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Veterinary United is a Michigan-based company that operates a network of 22 veterinary hospitals, boarding, and daycare centers primarily in Southeastern Michigan. Founded 27 years ago by Dr. Thomas Bankstahl and his wife Julie, the company has grown to employ approximately 276 people and generate annual revenues of around $40.5 million. Its mission is to empower veterinary practices to provide exceptional care through comprehensive support and resources. The company offers full veterinary healthcare services, including medical care, boarding, and daycare for pets. Veterinary United enhances its practices with advanced technology, such as a unified, cloud-based practice management system, which streamlines operations and improves client and patient experiences. Additionally, it provides extensive business support services, including IT, marketing, and professional development, allowing practices to focus on clinical care while promoting sustainable growth. Veterinary United fosters a supportive work culture that emphasizes career development and work-life balance. New veterinary graduates receive tailored mentorship, and all employees enjoy competitive salaries and benefits. The company is dedicated to delivering high-quality pet care while supporting its network of hospitals and veterinary professionals.
Cobalt Sports Holdings was created to provide support, opportunities, collaboration and revenue streams to sports programs by combining the strength in numbers philosophy with clubs that are independent by structure and desire. These are sports programs that want to: Remain independent yet want to build programs that can retain players and coaches Compete at the highest levels Create exposure for players Be relevant at the local, state and national level events Continue to grow within their community. At Cobalt, we believe that EVERY club and EVERY player is relevant. That EVERY club deserves to thrive and that EVERY player should have multiple pathways as well as high-level coaching education opportunities. Pathways to the pros and pathways to college soccer. By combining like minded leaders running independent programs, a superior community of offerings is available to our members.
Growscape is a North American horticultural company formed from the merger of The HC Companies and Classic Home & Garden. It serves a wide range of markets, including growers, retailers, distributors, nurseries, greenhouses, and home gardeners. Growscape offers innovative and sustainable products such as growing containers, decorative planters, garden décor, and protective packaging. With dual headquarters in Twinsburg, Ohio, and Shelton, Connecticut, Growscape operates manufacturing and distribution facilities across the U.S., Canada, and China. The company employs between 501 and 1000 people and emphasizes eco-efficient manufacturing processes. Growscape is committed to sustainability, focusing on reducing carbon footprints and promoting circular solutions. Its product offerings include various types of growing containers made from sustainable materials, as well as decorative items crafted from diverse materials. Growscape also provides customer-driven services, including collaborative product ideation and expert logistics, to support its partners in the horticultural industry.
Southern Bancorp is a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and B-Corp based in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. Established in 1986, it aims to strengthen underserved communities through financial services and development programs. The organization has grown significantly, now managing assets between $2.6 and $2.8 billion and serving around 65,000 customers in Arkansas and Mississippi. Southern Bancorp operates through three main entities: Southern Bancorp Bank, which provides traditional banking services; Southern Bancorp Community Partners, a nonprofit focused on financial education and support; and Southern Bancorp Incorporated, a holding company for strategic growth. The organization offers a range of services, including checking and savings accounts, loans, financial literacy workshops, and grants for community projects. With 56 locations and a commitment to equitable access, Southern Bancorp emphasizes long-term community impact, particularly in economically distressed areas.