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In 2017, Changpeng Zhao (CZ) founded Binance with a simple yet powerful realization: the financial system was broken, excluding billions of people from economic opportunity. What started as a cryptocurrency exchange quickly evolved into something far greater - a comprehensive blockchain ecosystem designed to democratize finance. Within just six months, Binance became the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, a testament to the urgent global demand for more accessible financial infrastructure. Today, Binance serves over 300 million users across more than 100 countries, offering an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products that span trading, finance, education, research, payments, institutional services, and Web3 features. The company is committed to advancing the freedom of money, believing everyone should have the ability to earn, hold, spend, share, and give their money - regardless of who they are or where they come from. Built on industry-leading security, user fund transparency, and lightning-fast trading engine speed, Binance leverages the power of digital assets and blockchain to build an inclusive financial ecosystem that improves financial access for people around the world.

In 1978, Charlie Trimble founded the company with a pioneering vision to commercialize GPS technology, recognizing that precise positioning could transform how industries operate. Starting from Silicon Valley, Trimble evolved from developing early marine navigation systems to becoming a global leader in precision positioning technologies. The company saw an opportunity to connect the physical and digital worlds in ways that would dramatically improve productivity across essential industries - from construction and geospatial mapping to transportation logistics. Over the past 45+ years, Trimble has grown from that initial spark into a technology powerhouse with 11,000+ employees across 40+ countries. Today, they help customers build and maintain infrastructure, optimize global supply chains, and map the world with solutions born from relentless innovation. With more than 1,000 active patents and a presence in over 150 locations worldwide, Trimble continues to transform how work gets done, enabling professionals to navigate complex challenges with confidence at every turn.

In 1994, two Teach For America corps members, Mike Feinberg and Dave Levin, launched an experiment in Houston, Texas with 47 fifth graders. They started with a radical belief: that all students, regardless of their background or zip code, deserve and can achieve an excellent education. What began in a single classroom has grown into KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program), a national network of 279 tuition-free, college-preparatory public charter schools serving nearly 125,000 students and their families across 28 regions in the United States. KIPP's approach is built on high expectations, extended learning time, and a deep partnership between families and teachers. The organization operates with a 'Team and Family' philosophy that emphasizes character development alongside academic rigor. Beyond the classroom, KIPP supports students through college and beyond with KIPP Forward, a comprehensive alumni support program. From those first 47 students in Houston to a nationwide network of over 16,000 educators, KIPP has remained focused on one goal: helping students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to create the future they desire and deserve.

Wallapop is the leading platform for buying and selling secondhand products in Spain, with operations expanding across Italy and Portugal. Founded in Barcelona in 2013, the mobile-first marketplace has grown to over 15 million users who have collectively uploaded 180 million products. The platform processes more than 8 million searches daily, making it the dominant secondhand marketplace in its core markets. Wallapop generates billions of data points daily, powered by a mature data infrastructure and machine learning platform that enables personalized recommendations, search optimization, and trust & safety features. At its core, Wallapop promotes sustainable consumption by making it simple to give items a second life. The platform spans diverse categories including fashion, electronics, cars, home and garden, baby products, sports equipment, and more. Beyond facilitating transactions, Wallapop fosters a dynamic circular economy where users optimize their economic resources while helping others do the same. The company operates with a mature data infrastructure supporting complex ML solutions in personalization, search, and logistics. With headquarters in Barcelona and a team of 500+ employees, Wallapop continues to innovate its platform to make secondhand the norm through smart technology and a commitment to conscious, humane consumption.

Founded in 1983 as a spatial database technology research company, BusPlanner has evolved into the all-in-one student transportation platform trusted by hundreds of school districts across North America. What started as pioneering work in geographic information systems (GIS) and geomatics has transformed into a comprehensive solution that revolutionizes how school districts move students safely and efficiently. Today, BusPlanner powers smarter, safer, and more cost-effective transportation operations from intelligent routing and real-time GPS tracking to seamless parent communication and dispatch management. The platform's success stems from its ability to bring everything transportation teams need into a single, intuitive system. With a 40-year legacy of innovation and deep expertise in K-12 education, BusPlanner serves major school boards including Toronto District School Board, York Region District School Board, and Peel Region School Board. The company's family-owned roots in Waterloo, Ontario have grown into a rapidly scaling technology organization that combines cutting-edge software development with a genuine commitment to improving student transportation. From reducing fuel consumption and operational costs to enhancing safety through data-driven insights, BusPlanner helps districts optimize their entire transportation ecosystem while keeping the focus on what matters most: getting students to school safely and on time.

At NORY, we believe education should ignite the spark of curiosity that lives within every child. Our team of passionate educators and innovators works collaboratively to create immersive learning experiences that go beyond traditional STEM education. We value risk-taking, authentic connection, and the relentless pursuit of "why" - core principles that guide how we design our programs and how we work together. Every team member brings unique creative energy to our mission of nurturing resilient, inquisitive, and empathetic changemakers. Our culture thrives on purpose-driven action and solution-oriented thinking. We ask "how to make it work" before wondering "if it will be possible," fostering an environment where experimentation is encouraged and failure is viewed as a stepping stone to growth. With data-grounded decisions and a commitment to continuous feedback, we build a supportive, loving team environment where everyone's ideas are valued. We're unifiers who believe in the power of empathy and compassion - not just in our curriculum, but in how we treat each other every day.