Thomas J. Kapusta

Renaissance Learning, Inc. engages in the provision of technology-based school improvement and student assessment programs for kinder to grade 12 schools. Its products include Star 360, myIGDIs, Accelerated Reader, Math and myON. The firm's software solutions offers assessments, early literacy, individualized and balanced instruction, and response to intervention. The company was founded by Judith Ames Paul and Terrance D. Paul in 1986 and is headquartered in Wisconsin Rapids, WI.

The American Nurses Association, Inc. operates nursing facilities center. The association represents the interest of the nation’s registered nurses for improving the quality of health care for all. The company was founded in 1896 and is headquartered in Silver Spring, MD.

Sanford Health Corp. owns and operates hospitals. It provides inpatient and outpatient services at facilities located in South Dakota Iowa, Minnesota, and Nebraska. Its services include cancer treatment, orthopedics, rehabilitation and women health care. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Sioux Falls, SD.

The Benedictine Health System is a Catholic health care system. It provides care to those in need by practicing a philosophy following the directive of St. Benedict and his timeless Rule. The firm manages about 40 long-term care facilities of various types, including nursing homes, assisted living and independent senior housing options in seven states. The company was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Duluth, MN.

Digi-Key Corp. distributes electronic components. It also distributes semiconductors, discrete, electromechanical parts. Its products include audio products, batteries, cable assemblies, capacitors, computer & video accessories, connectors, crystals & oscillators, discrete semiconductor products and many more. The company was founded by Ronald A. Stordahl in 1972 and is headquartered in Thief River Falls, MN.

Lutheran Services in America (LSA) provides social services. The firm provides health care, disaster recovery services for children. It also provides those organizations with networking, training, publications, a vendor database and an annual conference. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center. A 680-bed comprehensive academic medical center and regional referral center, UI Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing patient-focused care available to every person, around the clock in an environment devoted to innovative care, excellent service, and exceptional outcomes. More than 760 staff physicians and dentists; 480 resident physicians and dentists; 180 fellow physicians; 1,565 nurses; and 4,640 other professional and support staff provide specialized care.

American Health Care Association provides healthcare services. The non-profit company is based in Washington. Mark Parkinson has been the CEO of the American company since 2011.

BH Services, Inc. provides vocational training and employment for physically challenged individuals. The firm's services include residential options, workforce training, learning institute, medical coordination, assistive technology, retirement services, health and fitness, artistic expression and special olympics. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Rapid City, SD.

Stratis Health provides home health care services. It offers capacity builder, community leader, health care strategist, neutral convener, quality innovator and systems change agent. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Bloomington, MN.

Good Samaritan Insurance Plan of Nebraska, Inc. provides Medicare and insurance plan program services. The company is based in Nebraska.