AARP is doing amazing things to make life better for today's 50-plus population and generations that follow. In the face of constantly changing realities, AARP is a champion for social change. We help people navigate ageless realities — financial well-being, health, how to contribute to society and local communities, and how to fully enjoy life

Aflac is a Fortune 500 company, providing financial protection to millions of policyholders and customers through its subsidiaries in the U.S. and Japan. When a policyholder or insured gets sick or hurt, Aflac pays cash benefits promptly, for eligible claims, directly to the insured (unless assigned otherwise). For more than six decades, Aflac voluntary insurance policies have given policyholders the opportunity to focus on recovery, not financial stress.

Through Congressional legislation, advocacy, fact-finding missions, intensive research, and hard-hitting analyses, the Albanian American Civic League has been dedicated for more than twenty five years to resolving the Albanian national cause and bringing lasting peace and stability to Southeast Europe. In collaboration with foreign policy leaders in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate and a network of committed volunteers around the world, the Civic League works to bring genuine independence to Kosova, equal rights to Albanians in Macedonia, Montenegro, the Presheva Valley, and Chameria, and democracy and economic freedom to Albania.

The Chosun Ilbo first hit newsstands in 1920 and now celebrates almost a century of journalistic excellence thanks to the unwavering support of our readers over the years. We have grown into what we are today by sharing both tears and laughter with generations of our readers. Based on our strong expertise in news reporting, we have evolved into one of Korea's largest media groups, Chosun Media, encompassing a wide range of subsidiaries from broadcast and new media to publishing.

Founded as a sugar and flour manufacturer in South Korea in 1953, CJ Group has grown to become a leading global lifestyle brand with affiliates in the food, biotech, logistics and entertainment sectors. CJ Group’s beloved food brands include Bibigo dumplings and Red Baron pizza. Located in the heartland of Iowa, CJ Bio provides animal nutrition supplements to American farmers. Illinois-based CJ Logistics helps secure U.S. supply chain. And American audiences applaud CJ entertainment products, from the Oscar-winning “Parasite” to the top Netflix hit, “The Glory.” CJ Group’s three-color blossom logo symbolizes the company as a flower in full bloom, open to the global market and its customers. CJ Group strives to shape a healthy, happy and convenient lifestyle that people around the world can enjoy together.

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For almost two decades, the Jay Kim ROK-US Institute has been an important voice in the relationship between the United States and the Republic of Korea. This institute brings decision-makers and leaders from both countries together for an open, thoughtful, and productive dialogue on politics, regional security, and economic ties between the two countries. The institute is led by former Member of Congress Jay Kim, who, as a Republican from California, was the first Korean-American elected to Congress. In addition, Jennifer Ahn, Representative Kim’s wife, manages the day-to-day operations of the institute, based on her many years working for and with Fortune 500 companies from both countries.

ESG management by pursuing eco-friendly values and unequalled technological competitiveness. Korea Zinc is creating a better society and a happier world. Korea Zinc is concentrating on exploring overseas resources and discovering new rare metals to secure stable resources to further solidify its position as a global leading group that encompasses the resources field. In addition, we are expanding and continuing the smelting-related industries, including the resource recycling business that recovers valuable metals from waste resources. For a convenient life of mankind and a future for all, Korea Zinc refines today and prepares for the future.

The Lufthansa Group is a prominent aviation conglomerate with a global presence, particularly distinguished in the European aviation market. Employing 96,677 individuals, the Lufthansa Group connects people, cultures and economies in a sustainable way. Its airlines operate 4,000 flights every day to more than 300 destinations in around 100 countries. connect families, friends and business partners, contribute to social interactions, prosperity and international understanding, and secure production and supply chains. Every day, they strive bring the world a little closer together, create opportunities for dialogue and cross-border cooperation.

Panasonic is a leading technology partner to businesses and governments, at the forefront of everything from electric batteries to smart cities to high-tech stadium experiences. They provide a wide range of integrated solutions across many different industries, including automotive, avionics, energy and utilities, food services and hospitality, retail, government and public safety, logistics, manufacturing, and sports and entertainment. By anticipating the future, innovating continuously and integrating disruptive technologies, Panasonic is able to produce breakthrough solutions for their clients. They’re goal? To create technologies that move us toward a better life and a better world.

America’s economic strength is closely tied to our fiscal outlook. A strong fiscal foundation is essential for a healthy economy, with rising incomes, opportunity, and mobility, now and in the future. Our mission is to increase public awareness of the nature and urgency of the key fiscal challenges threatening America's future and to accelerate action on them. To address these challenges successfully, we work to bring Americans together to find and implement sensible, long-term solutions that transcend age, party lines, and ideological divides in order to achieve real results. Founded by Pete Peterson and led by Chairman and CEO Michael Peterson, the Foundation works with leading policy experts, elected officials, and the public to build support for solutions to put America on a sustainable fiscal path. The Foundation engages in grant-making, partnerships and research to educate and involve Americans from a variety of perspectives.

The Chamber of Commerce of the United States is the world’s largest business organization. Our members range from the small businesses and chambers of commerce across the country that support their communities, to the leading industry associations and global corporations that innovate and solve for the world’s challenges, to the emerging and fast-growing industries that are shaping the future. For all of the people across the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is a trusted advocate, partner, and network, helping them improve society and people’s lives. 

Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc., an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VWoA) is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. VWoA’s operations in the United States include research and development, parts and vehicle processing, parts distribution centers, sales, marketing and service offices, financial service centers, and its state -of-the- art manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The Volkswagen Group is one of the world's largest producers of passenger cars and Europe's largest automaker. VWoA sells the Atlas, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, CC, Golf, Golf Alltrack, Golf GTI, Golf R, Golf SportWagen, e-Golf, Jetta, Passat, Tiguan and Touareg vehicles through approximately 652 independent U.S. dealers.

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