Doyle A. Valdez

Michael Baker International Holdco Corp. provides engineering and technical services to the industrial and government sectors. The company was founded by Michael Baker, Jr. in 1940 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA.

J. M. Huber Corp. operates as a portfolio management company. Its portfolio of companies includes chemicals and minerals, hydrocolloids and engineered woods, and timber management. The firm’s products are used in consumer and industrial application, including personal care, food and beverage, agricultural nutrients and adjuvants, building materials, flame retardants, and smoke suppressants. The company was founded by Joseph Maria Huber in 1883 and is headquartered in Edison, NJ.

South Texas Oil Co. is an independent oil and natural gas company that is engaged in the acquisition, production, exploration and development of oil and natural gas properties. The company was founded on July 31, 2001 and is headquartered in San Antonio, TX.

University of Miami (Florida) is a private research university with students from around the world that is focused on teaching and learning, the discovery of new knowledge, and service to the South Florida region and beyond. The university was founded in 1925 and it is headquartered in Coral Gables, FL.

New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program, Inc. (NJMEP) is a non-profit organization that aims to improve the profitability and competitiveness of manufacturers in New Jersey. The private company is based in Cedar Knolls, NJ, and the CEO of the company is Peter C. Connolly. NJMEP is supported by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and offers services in operational excellence, innovation and growth strategies, and workforce development. NJMEP has a proven track record of success, having helped manufacturers adapt to the latest innovative technologies and best practices, resulting in more than $5.40 billion in value. NJMEP also has a philanthropic program called Manufacturing Cares, which allows manufacturers to give back to the community.