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We're RTX, a global aerospace and defense company with roots stretching back to 1922. Our team of more than 185,000 people works across the world to create breakthroughs that protect and connect - from seabed to space. We design and manufacture aircraft engines, avionics, aerostructures, cybersecurity solutions, guided missiles, air defense systems, satellites, and drones for commercial, military, and government customers. After Raytheon Company and United Technologies Corporation merged in 2020 to form Raytheon Technologies, we became RTX Corporation in 2023. We're not just building products; we're solving some of the world's toughest challenges. Whether it's helping aircraft fly more efficiently, developing next-generation defense systems, or pushing deeper into space exploration, our work matters. We're committed to innovation that makes a real difference in people's lives and keeps our world safe.

uAvionix exists to solve a fundamental challenge in aviation: the safe integration of crewed and uncrewed aircraft into shared airspace. Founded in 2015 with a mission to bring safety solutions to unmanned aviation, the company has grown into a leading provider of advanced avionics that power General Aviation aircraft, commercial drones, airport operations, and defense missions worldwide. Their compact, certified products - ranging from ADS-B transponders to panel displays and surveillance systems - enable aircraft to be seen, communicate, and navigate safely in increasingly crowded skies. The company's technology serves four critical markets: General Aviation pilots seeking modern avionics for classic aircraft; Uncrewed Aircraft Systems requiring certified surveillance and assured connectivity for BVLOS operations; Airports and Air Traffic Management needing scalable awareness tools; and Defense operations deploying mission-ready micro-IFF and communication systems. With FAA-approved solutions deployed at dozens of control towers and products certified for both experimental and certified aircraft, uAvionix delivers the safety infrastructure that makes the modern airspace system possible.

At Qinlox, we believe that true quality in logistics comes from deep expertise and hands-on experience. Founded by former SAP SE employees, we're a boutique consultancy that combines decades of SAP knowledge with practical logistics and manufacturing know-how. Our team of 'Silverbacks' - seasoned consultants, former SAP developers, and architects - bring real-world experience implementing complex supply chain solutions across Europe. We don't just deliver projects; we transfer knowledge, mentor our consultants, and build lasting partnerships with our customers. We work differently by design. Our culture emphasizes continuous learning, collaborative problem-solving, and technical excellence over buzzwords. With 70+ consultants across Germany, Spain, and Bulgaria, we maintain the agility of a specialized firm while delivering enterprise-scale solutions. From warehouse automation and transportation management to production integration, we speak the language of logistics - backed by the technical depth of former SAP standard developers. Our pragmatic, results-driven approach means we deliver solutions that work, not empty promises.

NSTXL transforms government innovation efforts with commercial best practices, tools, and expertise that decrease costs, compress timelines, and improve outcomes. The organization builds customized strategies and market approaches for the nation's leading government offices, pushing the boundaries of traditional government contracting to deliver the best solutions without wasting time or money. NSTXL brings together the smartest people from across industry and government to solve the toughest challenges, driven by a shared passion to quickly deliver critical technologies to the end-user. As an agile acquisition platform, NSTXL harvests innovative technology from the commercial and non-defense marketplace, creating opportunities for the military, businesses, universities, and laboratories to collaborate on groundbreaking projects. The organization manages multiple Other Transaction Authority (OTA) consortia, including S²MARTS and SpEC, connecting government requirements with innovative private-sector solutions. With a focus on emerging technologies like microelectronics, hypersonics, quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and space systems, NSTXL has awarded over $5.5 billion in contracts and maintains a network of more than 900 member organizations. Their average submission-to-award timeline is just over 100 days compared to 12-24 months with traditional defense contracting.

Northslope builds AI software on the Palantir operating system, delivering mission-specific AI applications that enable organizations to fulfill their mission and dominate their industry. As Palantir's first and only Vanguard: Elite partner, Northslope leverages forward-deployed engineering to solve complex business challenges across aerospace, energy, defense, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and other critical industries. The company operates more like a product startup than a traditional services firm, with teams that are lean, fast-moving, and focused on building solutions that actually work for end users. Founded by former Palantir engineers, Northslope brings the same Forward Deployed Engineering DNA to every customer engagement, shipping working MVPs within days and delivering measurable results in weeks. Backed by $22 million in Series A funding from Friends & Family Capital, Goldcrest, and other investors, Northslope is pioneering a new approach to enterprise AI that prioritizes outcomes over activity and rapid iteration over lengthy consulting cycles.

In 2018, ALX Africa was founded with a singular, powerful vision: to unlock the limitless potential of opportunity for millions of young Africans. Recognizing that talent is abundant across the continent but access to world-class tech education remains critically limited, ALX set out to bridge this gap. As a charitable organization registered in Mauritius, ALX has evolved from a small experiment into a pan-African movement, now serving over 285,000 learners since 2021 with hubs spanning 8 cities across the continent. What began as an effort to address graduate unemployment through practical, rigorous training has transformed into a comprehensive ecosystem for digital empowerment. After acquiring Holberton in 2021 to strengthen technical curriculum and gaining independence as a non-profit, ALX now offers programs spanning data science, cloud computing, cybersecurity, AI Career Essentials, and creative tech disciplines. The organization combines cutting-edge technical training with essential soft skills through its unique Professional Foundations program, preparing graduates not just for jobs, but for lasting impact. With initiatives like ALX Pathway providing access to international university scholarships up to $85,000, and ALX Ventures incubating over 12,000 young entrepreneurs, ALX is building a new generation of ethical, entrepreneurial leaders equipped to drive Africa's digital future. By 2030, ALX aims to empower 2 million Africans to secure sustainable tech careers, proving that with the right skills, opportunities, and community, African youth can compete and thrive on the global stage.