| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
Jeffrey Bialosky |
EVP Sales & Marketing | Profile |
BKD CPAs & Advisors is a top-tier CPA and advisory firm dedicated to helping people and businesses realize their goals. Our approximately 2,900 dedicated professionals offer solutions to clients in all 50 states and internationally. Our expertise goes well beyond the standard accounting services to include risk management, technology, wealth management and forensic and valuation services. Our clients represent a wide range of industries, and were even part of an alliance of firms that gives us a global reach.
TruStone Financial Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative based in Plymouth, Minnesota. Founded in 1939 by eight educators, it has grown to become Minnesota’s second-largest credit union, serving members across Minnesota and Wisconsin through 13 branches. The credit union emphasizes financial education, reflecting its origins as a teachers credit union, and operates under a "For Life" philosophy that prioritizes long-term relationships with members and community prosperity. TruStone offers a range of services, including digital banking for account management, loans for auto, mortgage, and personal needs, as well as credit cards and investment products. It also provides business solutions such as commercial lending and business account services. The TruStone Foundation promotes financial literacy through partnerships and scholarship programs, supporting youth education in the community. The credit union continues to grow through strategic mergers and technological investments, enhancing its member services and operational efficiency.
Cabinetworks Group is a prominent manufacturer and distributor of kitchen and bath cabinets in the United States. As the largest privately held cabinetmaker in the country and the second-largest overall, the company boasts a diverse portfolio of cabinetry brands, including well-known names like KraftMaid, Medallion, Schuler, and Advanta. Their products cater to a wide range of consumers and price points, ensuring options for various needs. The company serves a broad customer base, including kitchen and bath showrooms, builders, architects, and specifiers for multi-family properties. With over 8,000 employees and 18 manufacturing facilities across 24 locations, Cabinetworks Group maintains a strong presence in the market. As a portfolio company of Platinum Equity, it is committed to growth and innovation in the cabinetry sector, while also offering various career opportunities and fostering a culture of community involvement.
DuBois Chemicals, Inc. is a prominent specialty chemical supplier with a history that dates back to 1920. Based in Hamilton, Ohio, the company is dedicated to providing innovative and economical solutions across various industries. DuBois focuses on delivering custom chemical solutions that enhance efficiency and reliability in industrial processes, emphasizing customer satisfaction and sustainability. The company offers a diverse product portfolio that includes cleaning and process solutions for general manufacturing, specialized chemicals for the pulp and paper industry, transportation cleaning solutions, and water treatment chemicals. With a significant facility in Cincinnati, Ohio, DuBois employs over 150 staff members, including scientists and customer service representatives, and has a strong sales team of over 400 representatives serving customers throughout North America. DuBois Chemicals demonstrates financial strength with revenues ranging from $100 million to $1 billion, allowing for continued investment in research and development.
At OPTIMUM, an architecture, furniture, and technology (A/F/T) products collective, were not defined by size or the number of product lines but by our unique design-thinking approach. We believe in solving workplace challenges by optimizing the integration of architecture, furniture, and technology to create seamless experiences for those who design, plan, deliver, and occupy spaces. What sets us apart is our focus on offering aesthetically appealing, high-performance products that balance design and cost-efficiency, along with our partnerships with flexible manufacturers who can customize solutions to meet specific needs. Success isnt about individual pieces; its about the synergy that happens when people, elements, and solutions come together, resulting in outcomes far greater than the sum of their parts. This philosophy drives everything we do at OPTIMUM as we enhance the environments where we live, work, learn, and heal.