AMERICAN SYSTEMS

At Uni Systems, we believe in the transforming power of technology that leads to a sustainable future. As one of the most reliable ICT systems integration companies in the European markets, we've been leading digital transformation journeys for over 60 years. Our approach is built on three core values: Respect, Trust, and Dedication to Excellence. We respect our clients' time, money, and business; we trust and honor long-term relationships with partners and our UniQue people; and we're committed to quality services that stimulate business growth. Our workforce of 1,800+ specialized ICT experts across subsidiaries in Athens, Barcelona, Brussels, Bucharest, Luxembourg, Milan, and Limassol enables us to serve clients in more than 20 countries. We see IT differently - not just as a technical tool, but as a bridge between business needs and innovative solutions. Whether delivering cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, AI solutions, or enterprise applications, our agile business model and deep technological know-how help organizations remain competitive in challenging times.

American International University (AIU) is a privately owned, coeducational institution providing high-quality, internationally-proven American education to the people of Kuwait. Founded in 2019 and led by an experienced team of American educators, AIU empowers students to become creators, not just consumers, through transformative academic programs in Engineering, Architecture and Design, and Business Administration. With a growing community of 500+ employees and thousands of students, AIU has established itself as a premier higher education destination in the GCC region, offering an authentic American experience that combines rigorous instruction with a vibrant campus culture. AIU's mission is to improve and enrich lives by engaging, empowering, and enhancing students through academic excellence, intellectual growth, and leadership development. The university fosters an environment where innovation thrives, providing state-of-the-art facilities including modern labs, design studios, and collaborative spaces. Through strategic partnerships with institutions like the University of Miami and Arizona State University, AIU creates pathways for student success and global opportunities. The university's commitment to creating visionary leaders is reflected in its emphasis on practical, hands-on learning, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving skills that prepare graduates for impactful careers in a rapidly evolving global economy.

In 1936, Peter Black founded a modest scrap metal recycling business on Notre Dame Street in Montreal East, instilling a strong work ethic, family values, and commitment to excellence that would become the foundation of AIM's remarkable growth. What began as a local operation has evolved over nearly nine decades into a global powerhouse of innovation in electronic assembly materials, driven by relentless passion and an unwavering dedication to customer success. Today, AIM Solder stands as a leading global manufacturer of solder assembly materials, with manufacturing, distribution, and support facilities strategically located throughout North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and beyond. Under the leadership of the Black family across generations, AIM has expanded from its recycling roots to become a trusted partner for the electronics industry, serving diverse sectors including LED lighting, mobile devices, automotive, renewable energy, military, and aerospace applications. The company's comprehensive product portfolio encompasses solder paste, liquid and paste flux, cored and solid wire solder, bar solder, adhesives, underfills, and specialty alloys such as pure indium, indium alloys, and gold-tin. Beyond manufacturing, AIM distinguishes itself through exceptional service and support, offering 24/7 technical assistance, applications laboratories that replicate unique production conditions, solder analysis services, stencil design support, and comprehensive technical training programs.

American Transmission Co. operates the high-voltage backbone serving over 5 million consumers across Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Formed in 2001 as the nation's first multi-state transmission-only utility, ATC owns and maintains critical grid infrastructure that connects generation to load - no retail customers, no power plants, just the wires that keep regional energy flowing continuously. The threat model here is straightforward: operational technology environments running RTUs and PLCs that can't afford downtime, plus enterprise systems managing grid planning and maintenance across a geographically distributed footprint. The security surface spans both IT and OT domains. On the OT side, remote terminal units and programmable logic controllers monitor and control transmission equipment in real time, requiring strict segmentation and monitoring to prevent unauthorized access or manipulation. Enterprise infrastructure includes cloud computing environments alongside traditional tools like Microsoft Office, MS Project, and Primavera for grid planning and operations coordination. The company emphasizes continuous operation - any disruption to these systems translates directly to power delivery risk across four states. ATC's technical challenges center on protecting legacy grid infrastructure while integrating diverse generation sources and newer technologies. This isn't a move-fast-and-break-things environment; it's a regulated utility where security decisions must balance availability requirements, safety protocols, and compliance mandates. The work involves securing industrial control systems, managing third-party vendor access to critical infrastructure, and maintaining visibility across geographically distributed substations and control centers.

American Family Insurance is a leading property and casualty insurance group that has been inspiring, protecting and restoring dreams for nearly a century. Founded in 1927, the company has grown to become the nation's 12th largest property-casualty insurance group based on written premium, with $42.2 billion in assets and $20 billion in revenue in 2024. Headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, American Family Insurance contracts with more than 2,400 independent agency owners and employs approximately 11,000 professionals across its operating companies. The company offers a comprehensive range of insurance products including auto, home, life, business, and farm/ranch insurance, serving customers through multiple subsidiaries including American Standard Insurance Company, American Family Connect Insurance Company, Homesite Group, and Main Street America Group. With a mission to inspire, protect and restore dreams, American Family Insurance is committed to being the most trusted and valued customer-driven insurance company while making positive community impacts through sustainability initiatives and corporate responsibility programs.

In 1924, when heart disease was considered a death sentence with no treatment and no hope, six visionary cardiologists founded the American Heart Association with a revolutionary belief: if we could understand heart disease, treatments would follow. They were right. From humble beginnings as a small professional society for doctors, the AHA has grown into the nation's oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke, uniting more than 35 million volunteers and supporters along with over 3,300 employees in a relentless mission. Over the past century, that initial spark of determination has ignited a global movement. The AHA has invested more than $6 billion in pioneering research, becoming the largest non-governmental funder of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular research next to the federal government. Today, 22 million people are trained in CPR annually through their programs, and 19 million+ high blood pressure patients benefit from their quality care initiatives. The impact has been profound: since the organization's founding, deaths from cardiovascular diseases have been cut in half. Yet the work continues, driven by the unwavering commitment to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.