From agricultural, fiber and textile research, market information and technical services, to advertising and public relations, fashion forecasts and retail promotions, we keep one goal in mind: To ensure that cotton remains the first choice among consumers in apparel and home products. COTTON INCORPORATED Building the Market for Cotton through Research and Promotion

Setting the Standard for Automation™ The International Society of Automation (ISA) is a non-profit professional association founded in 1945 to create a better world through automation. ISA advances technical competence by connecting the automation community to achieve operational excellence. The organization develops widely used global standards; certifies industry professionals; provides education and training; publishes books and technical articles; hosts conferences and exhibits; and provides networking and career development programs for its members and customers around the world. ISA created the ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance (isa.org/ISAGCA) to advance cybersecurity readiness and awareness in manufacturing and critical infrastructure facilities and processes. The Alliance brings end-user companies, automation and control systems providers, IT infrastructure providers, services providers, system integrators, and other cybersecurity stakeholder organizations together to proactively address growing threats. ISA owns Automation.com, a leading online publisher of automation-related content, and is the founding sponsor of The Automation Federation (automationfederation.org), an association of non-profit organizations serving as “The Voice of Automation.” Through a wholly-owned subsidiary, ISA bridges the gap between standards and their implementation with the ISA Security Compliance Institute (isasecure.org) and the ISA Wireless Compliance Institute (isa100wci.org).

We are a medical specialty certifying board serving anesthesiologists. Since 1938, we have been administering certification exams and today we take an innovative approach to continuing certification and learning. We foster practice standards that instill confidence and trust that board-certified anesthesiologists have the knowledge and skills to provide high-quality patient care. We are dedicated to elevating expertise in an evolving profession. Our mission is to advance the highest standards of the practice of anesthesiology. We work together with physician anesthesiologists to ensure they provide the best care possible for every patient, every day. 2017 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation This award recognizes our delivery of exceptional human resource practices and our commitment to our employees. The program is presented through out the United States by the National Association for Business Resources. Triangle Business Journal’s Best Companies to Work for 2016  The award acknowledges our accomplishments in creating a collaboration-driven culture that strongly values staff’s dedication to providing high-quality service to its physician constituents. 2016 When Work Works Award This award acknowledges our use of effective workplace strategies to increase organizational and employee success. This prestigious award, part of the national When Work Works project administered by the Families and Work Institute (FWI) and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), recognizes employers of all sizes and types in North Carolina and across the country. Check out our blog: http://blog.theaba.org/

The North Carolina Medical Board is the public agency that licenses and regulates physicians, physician assistants and certain other medical professionals and also investigates allegations of misconduct and, where appropriate, takes remedial or disciplinary action. The Board consists of 13 members appointed by the Governor who meet every other month during the odd numbered months and hold disciplinary hearings during the even-numbered months, as needed. The Board currently licenses more than 50,000 physicians and physician assistants. Consumers may look up physicians, physician assistants and other medical professionals at www.ncmedboard.org. The “Look Up a Doctor or PA” tool allows patients to find information about education, training, licensure history and disciplinary record, if any. Connect with NCMB on other social media: Twitter: www.twitter.com/NCMedBoard Facebook: www.facebook.com/ncmedboard

NCBiotech is a private, non-profit corporation supported by the N.C. General Assembly. Its mission is to transform North Carolina and its life sciences technology-based economic development through innovation, commercialization, education, and business growth.

Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines inspires every G.I.R.L.™ (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-Taker, Leader) to make a difference and practice a lifetime of leadership. By providing access to countless girl-led experiences, nurturing innovation and making connections, we prepare girls to overcome challenges and advocate for their ideas now and later. Girl Scouts helps girls become a powerful force wherever they go, because girls built of courage, confidence, and character make the world a better place.

Hope’s vision is to reach the Triangle, change the world. With four campuses in the Triangle, one online at gethope.tv and one in Haiti. We’re on our way to making it happen. And we live it out every day by loving people where they are and helping them grow in their relationship with Jesus.

The Bloomingdale Fire Department is compromised of two volunteer fire companies - a Ladder Company and Engine Company. The department operates from two stations, Station 1 is located at the Bloomingdale Public Safety Complex on Union Avenue with Station 2 located at Borough Hall on Hamburg Turnpike. The department operates two engines, a squad, and ladder along with several support vehicles. Ladder 664, Engine 662, Car 668, and our antique "The USA"​ are housed at Station 1 with Squad 663 and Engine 661 housed at Station 2.

Founded in 1969, TLC empowers individuals of all abilities to live their fullest life. TLC benefits children, adults, and families through a diverse range of on-site and community-based programs.

The Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina (the Food Bank) is a nonprofit organization that has provided food for our friends and neighbors facing hunger in 34 counties in central and eastern North Carolina for nearly 40 years. The Food Bank is an affiliate member of Feeding America, the nation’s leading domestic hunger relief charity. In terms of total food distributed, the Food Bank ranks in the top 15 nationally among 200 Feeding America food banks and first in North Carolina. Our food distribution programs and child nutrition programs are based on national models. Simply put, the Food Bank works every day to provide food to people in need while building solutions to end hunger in our communities. The Food Bank began operations in 1980 with funds from the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina and now partners with a network of more than 900 partner agencies such as soup kitchens, food pantries, shelters, and programs for children and adults through distribution facilities in Durham, Greenville, New Bern, Raleigh, the Sandhills (Southern Pines), and Wilmington. The Food Bank works across the food system to provide access to nutritious food that nourishes families, children, seniors, and individuals. Through partnerships, education, and programs, the Food Bank empowers communities to overcome hunger, creating an environment where all North Carolinians thrive.

To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Here is what makes us special: Dedicated youth facility - A Boys & Girls Club is a place—an actual neighborhood-based building— designed solely for youth development purposes. Open daily - The Club is open after every school day and on Saturdays, when kids have free time and need positive, productive outlets. Professional staff - Every Club has full-time, trained youth development professionals— providing role models and mentors. Part-time staff and volunteers provide key supplementary support. Available and affordable to all youth - Clubs reach out to kids who cannot afford, or may lack access to, other community programs. Membership fees are low, only $7.50 per year to join.

The Institute is a nonprofit management consulting and services firm focused on business diversity and inclusion. We are trusted advisors to businesses large and small, government agencies, policy makers and organization that understand the key roles diversity and inclusion play in ensuring business and economic success