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BrainRocket is a multinational IT powerhouse creating end-to-end tech products for clients across Fintech, iGaming, and Marketing. Founded in 2020, the company has scaled rapidly to over 1,300 professionals operating across Cyprus, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Serbia, Spain, and Armenia. With more than 140 solutions delivered and over 100 cutting-edge products spanning 20 different markets, BrainRocket has established itself as a formidable player in the global tech landscape. The company's growth trajectory is remarkable - expanding from 50 to over 700 employees in just two years, now boasting a community of over 2,000 when including employees' family members. The company's core focus encompasses custom software development from backend architecture to frontend experiences, engineered for scale and performance. Beyond technical excellence, BrainRocket is deeply committed to corporate social responsibility, having donated €50,000 to Cyprus wildfire relief, organized blood donations, renovated local parks and schools, and provided educational grants to Ukrainian children. Their unique approach combines technical innovation with a human-centric culture that emphasizes growth, collaboration, and work-life balance. The company's 'Everything is possible' slogan reflects their culture of empowerment and their mission to transform Cyprus into a leading European software hub while attracting and retaining the brightest tech talent from around the globe.

At Keyloop, we're building the technology infrastructure that powers the modern automotive retail experience. As the largest global automotive technology company, we've spent over four decades evolving from our roots in Hungerford, UK, through various transformations as Kerridge, ADP Dealer Services, and CDK Global, before emerging as Keyloop in 2021 under Francisco Partners. Our team of 2,400+ professionals across 90+ countries shares a common mission: to create seamless, personalized journeys that connect dealers, manufacturers, and car buyers through intelligent technology. We believe in an Experience-First approach where every interaction matters. Our culture emphasizes collaboration across our growing family of companies - including enquiryMAX, RAPID RTC, MotorDocs, FISC, SilverBullet, SERTI, and ATG - each bringing specialized expertise to our unified platform. Through our "Power to Change" initiative, we're committed to making a positive impact through environmental sustainability, diversity and inclusion, and community support. We're a hybrid organization that values authentic connections, continuous learning, and the freedom to explore new paths. Whether it's developing cutting-edge AI solutions or volunteering in local communities, Keyloopers embrace the opportunity to drive meaningful change in our industry and beyond.

Thurrock Council serves as the local authority for the borough of Thurrock, located on the north bank of the River Thames at the heart of the Thames Gateway in Essex, England. We're a unitary authority covering 165 square kilometres, home to approximately 176,000 residents across urban centres like Grays, Tilbury, and Purfleet-on-Thames, as well as rural villages in the north. Our borough boasts a unique blend of heritage and modern industry, with three international ports driving global trade and Lakeside standing as one of Europe's largest retail destinations. We're proud to be one of Thurrock's largest employers, with over 2,500 staff delivering essential services to our community. Since September 2022, we've been working under government intervention to address financial challenges and improve our operations. Despite these challenges, we remain committed to serving our residents through children's and adult social care, education, housing, planning, and all the vital services that keep our borough running. With excellent transport links to London - just 35 minutes by train to the City - and a diverse, growing population, we're focused on building a sustainable future that benefits everyone who calls Thurrock home. Our Children's Social Care and Early Help services are rated "Outstanding," reflecting our dedication to the community we serve.

For over 20 years, NXTKey Corporation has been a trusted partner for U.S.-based commercial enterprises and government agencies, delivering innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation solutions. As an AI As a Service (AIaaS) provider, NXTKey combines deep industry expertise, cutting-edge AI technologies, and a client-centric approach to drive transformative outcomes across manufacturing, healthcare, information technology, and government sectors. The company provides Cyber Security, Enterprise Information Management, ICT Consulting, Development, Project Management and Business Process Services, supporting clients across five continents. NXTKey's impact is measurable and substantial. AI solutions have reduced downtime by up to 30% for U.S. manufacturers, saving millions annually. In healthcare, NXTKey's solutions have improved diagnostic accuracy by 15% for leading providers. For federal agencies, NXTKey's AI systems have recovered $500 million in fraudulent claims. The company's work spans critical government agencies including the Department of Homeland Security, Department of Treasury, Department of Justice, Department of Navy, and others. NXTKey holds ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 20000, ISO56002 and CMMI Level 3 (SVC) + SSD certifications, demonstrating commitment to quality and security excellence.

CryptoNext Security is a European software provider specializing in post-quantum cryptography (PQC) and crypto-agility management. Founded in 2019 after 25+ years of academic research from prestigious institutions including INRIA, CNRS, and Sorbonne University, we help organizations prepare for the quantum computing threat that will eventually break today's encryption standards. Our solutions enable companies to discover, inventory, migrate, and govern their cryptographic assets. We serve major clients and system integrators across finance, defense, industrial, and public sector markets. Our products include CryptoNext COMPASS for cryptographic discovery and inventory, as well as remediation solutions that support organizations from evaluation through operational implementation of post-quantum cryptography. We were the first company in the EU to receive NIST CAVP certification for all three standardized quantum-safe algorithms.

In 1987, Don Berman founded CardWorks with a clear vision: to tackle the financial challenges that others overlooked and build lasting relationships through innovative credit and payment solutions. What started as a determination to serve underserved markets has evolved over more than three decades into one of the largest privately held providers of end-to-end operational servicing for credit cards and installment loans in North America. Today, CardWorks stands as a leading credit and payments company, a people-centric organization enabled by data and technology that remains committed to its founding principles. Through our family of companies - including CardWorks Servicing, LLC, Merrick Bank, and Carson Smithfield, LLC - we've achieved remarkable scale as a top 20 credit card issuer and top 10 merchant acquirer in the US. Our mission remains constant: to clear the path for our customers and clients, making it easier for them to achieve their goals. With over 35 years of operating history and locations across Woodbury, Orlando, Wilmington, Pittsburgh/Horsham, and South Jordan, we've proven that integrity, innovation, and a commitment to doing the right thing can build trusted relationships that stand the test of time.