Carus is a highly respected, family-owned company with deep roots in Illinois’ Starved Rock Country. We develop and manufacture products that clean the air, water, and soil, and are always exploring new opportunities and initiatives to expand our reach. For over 100 years, Carus has been the employer of choice in the greater LaSalle-Peru area. Carus is a global company with locations in LaSalle, Illinois; Peru, Illinois; Belmont, North Carolina; and Oviedo, Spain. Through several local outreach initiatives, we actively support our local communities and STEM education. It’s an exciting time to join the Carus team. 1. The LaSalle manufacturing facility has an exciting new project that will enhance our capabilities. 2. The Belmont location has just expanded to include a dedicated on-site logistics group. 3. The Peru business headquarters recently completed a full office renovation. 4. We have a new strategy to accelerate growth and are executing at a high level. 5. We are rooted in history but focused on the future!

The Marquis group of companies can handle all aspects of complex, commercial construction projects efficiently, professionally and safely. The scope of our service offerings allows our clients to employ us as a single source provider on projects that would otherwise require multiple subcontractors—a true turnkey contracting company. Each company works together on creative, flexible, cost effective solutions. The Marquis group of companies has the work history, specialized labor and modern equipment to prepare our clients' sites to a level of expertise that can be rivaled by none in the construction industry. Advanced Exteriors & Glazing of New England, LLC Allan Construction, LLC Eaton Door & Frame, LLC Finish Installation of New England, LLC K-Town Disposal, LLC New England Finish Systems, LLC New England Finish Systems, LLC - Millwork Division Perfectforms Select Demo Services, LLC Select Paint & Finishes, LLC Select Spray Systems, LLC Select Tile, Marble, & Flooring, LLC Specialty Services of New England, LLC

Founded by brothers Hovey and Scott Tinsman, Twin State, Inc. was incorporated in 1958 with the purpose of designing a manufacturing process for clear liquid fertilizer analyses for the agricultural market in eastern Iowa and northwestern Illinois. This includes suspensions as well as all NPK and 10-34-0 starters and minor elements. All of our products travel to the market under the trademark, “Liqui-Grow.” Twin State Inc. is completely family owned and now operated by three generations – all of which are still involved today. We manufacture and market a complete line of liquid fertilizers, store and market grain, operate lumberyards and hardware stores, sell fuel, and even have an advanced manufacturing robotics startup! While now having approximately 250 full-time and some 350 seasonal employees, Twin State, Inc. still concentrates on hiring quality staff in all areas… that includes administration, production, engineering, research, and sales. Twin State Inc’s. continues to research and innovate to provide quality products and timely service to their customers so that they may always compete in the global marketplace. In additional, our focus on continuous training and teamwork has been critical to our growth as an industry leader, and to that – we thank our employees.

Adkins Energy LLC is a renewables & environment company based out of 4350 W Galena Rd, Lena, IL, United States.

REMURIATE Technologies is focused on the safe and environmentally responsible regeneration of acid solutions used to clean steel, and the production of high quality iron oxides used as pigments and to produce hard and soft ferrite magnets.

Sandstrom Products Company is a privately held coatings developer and producer - originally established in 1946 as a paint manufacturer. Sandstrom later became involved in the development and manufacturing of various industrial coatings and new types of dry film lubricants. Today, our reputation for top quality research & development, production to precise specifications and personal service sets us apart as a source for dry film lubricants and high-performance coatings worldwide.

The mission of ProChem Inc. is to synthesize high purity inorganic compounds and custom precursors for advanced materials applications. We pride ourselves on our customer’s satisfaction as we provide innovative solutions to their unique needs. ProChem, Inc. was founded in 1986 by Reno Novak as a manufacturing company producing high purity inorganic chemicals and materials. For over 35 years we have been supplying a variety of industries with unique rare earth, inorganic and organometallic compounds. These products are utilized in a wide range of applications including computer chip technology, lasers, ceramics, alternative energy and bio-medical technologies. In 1988 ProChem, Inc. began collaboration with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratories (LLNL) to produce the highest purity Potassium Dihydrogen Phosphate for growing extremely large crystals which are used at the National Ignition Facility (NIF). The NIF employs the largest laser in the world as they attempt to produce fusion energy and ProChem Inc. is proud to partner with LLNL in this endeavor. Since that time, we have expanded our product portfolio into over 1,000 items that have been supplied to industrial and academic customers. More recently ProChem, Inc. was proud to produce a catalyst for the emergency mass production of Remdesivir, also known as Veklury, which is an FDA approved medication for the treatment of hospitalized COVID-19 patients. As ProChem, Inc. continues to help the world innovate and thrive we look forward to partnering with you to provide you with the highest quality materials.

District Drugs and Compounding Center is a family-owned compounding only pharmacy located in Rock Island, Illinois.