Thomas Handley

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation was formed in 1997 as the William H. Gates Foundation. In 1999, the foundation was renamed the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust was created in January 2000 through the merger of the Gates Learning Foundation, which worked to expand access to technology through public libraries and the William H. Gates Foundation, which focused on improving global health. The foundation participates in preventive approaches and collaborative endeavors with government, philanthropic and not-for-profit partners. Priority is given to grants that leverage additional support and serve as a catalyst for long-term, systemic change. The foundation also provides funds to promote greater equity in global health, education and public libraries. Through their partnerships in communities across the US, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is committed to raising the high school graduation rate and helping all students, regardless of race or family income. The foundation is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

The National Association of Manufacturers is an organization that works for the success of over 12.9 million people who are involved in manufacturing. The non-profit company is based in Washington and has subsidiaries in the United States. The American company's work is based on four core values that drive the industry. The company commissioned a study in August 2015, which found that the EPA's proposed ozone rule could reduce GDP by $140 billion. The CEO of the company is Jay Timmons.

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is a not-for-profit organization that hosts, presents, and creates performing arts and educational programs that engage artists and enrich audiences. The Center provides home for The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, The Schubert Club, and The Minnesota Opera. Founded in 1985 by Sally Ordway, Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is headquartered in Saint Paul, MN.

5th Avenue Theatre Association is a non-profit organization. It focuses on musical art. The company was founded on September 24, 1926 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA.

Part of The American National Red Cross, American Red Cross Twin Cities Area Chapter provides healthcare services. The private company is based in Minneapolis, MN. The CEO of the company is Phil Hansen.