Johnson Controls Chief Procurement Officer Duane Mauer stated, "It's my distinct honor to recognize our top suppliers in 2023 with awards for exemplary performance and execution. You've demonstrated not only your commitment to the values, leadership goals and growth targets of Johnson Controls but also to the customers we serve. Together, we're working to improve agility, provide customers with even more outstanding products and services and transform the industry. Delivering an enhanced customer experience takes world-class performance in all aspects of our supplier relationships. Your company is truly one of the best of the best, and we are proud to call you our partner."

Earning this award is largely due to Hydrite's dedicated team as well as its unique capabilities throughout its facilities. Hydrite's foundation in chemistry combined with its chemists' expertise allow them to successfully take a formula from lab scales to production. After production, an in-depth supply chain network and field-ready account managers ensure customers receive product and have the support if needed well past delivery.

Hydrite Corporate Account Manager Doug Prasser commented, "Hydrite is pleased to receive the 2023 Johnson Controls Agility and Supply Chain Continuity Supplier Leadership Award. This award is a testament to a true partnership where together, we are focused on improved sustainability, production efficiency, and mutual growth goals."

Hydrite has developed a reputation within the industry for providing the distinct combination of excellence in chemical manufacturing and distribution with the most comprehensive level of technical expertise available. To learn more, visit www.hydrite.com or call (262) 792-1450.

About Hydrite

Hydrite is one of the largest independent providers of chemicals and related services in the US. Headquartered in Brookfield, Wisconsin, Hydrite has manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and laboratories located in Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Indiana, California, and Texas with nearly 1000 employees in more than 25 states.

Hydrite offers expertise in chemical manufacturing and distribution, food and dairy sanitation, organic processing, liquid sulfites, foam control and water treatment chemistries. Hydrite's dedicated chemists, engineers, and technical service staff have extensive knowledge and experience to solve challenging formulation problems and provide creative solutions. Learn more at www.hydrite.com.

SoundExchange, the premier music tech organization powering the future of music, announced today that award-winning artist, actor, author, and activist Common was honored with the SoundExchange Music Fairness Award for his advocacy with the American Music Fairness Act (AMFA).

"Common is a master lyricist, respected by his peers in the art form, and an outspoken advocate for creators," said Michael Huppe, President and CEO of SoundExchange. "He is also an accomplished actor, poet, and philanthropist, all while advocating for performers' right to be paid when their music is played on terrestrial radio. We are honored to work alongside Common and to recognize him with the SoundExchange Music Fairness Award."

Common joins previous SoundExchange Music Fairness award recipients Gloria Estefan and Dionne Warwick. He was presented with the honor by SoundExchange CEO and President Michael Huppe at the company's 20th anniversary celebration at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.

About Common

Academy Award, Emmy, and GRAMMY-winning artist, actor, author, and activist, Common, continues to break down barriers with a multitude of critically acclaimed roles and continued success in all aspects of his career. Common can currently be seen starring in Apple TV+'s "Silo" as Robert Sims. This winter, he made his Broadway debut playing Junior in Between Riverside and Crazy. His latest album, A Beautiful Revolution Pt. 2 was released in September 2021 and served as an inspiring follow up to his previous album, A Beautiful Revolution Pt. 1, which was released in March 2020. In 2019, Common released his hit album Let Love, inspired by his work and experiences writing his New York Times best-selling second memoir, Let Love Have the Last Word. In January 2024, he will publish And Then We Rise, about his journey to wellness as a vital element of his success. Common has dedicated countless hours and has been deeply engaged in social justice and advocacy work around mass incarceration, mental health, and voting. He launched the nonprofit Imagine Justice, and through his Common Ground Foundation, Common is dedicated to empowering high school students from underserved communities to become future leaders.

About SoundExchange

SoundExchange is the premier music tech organization on a mission to power the future of music. It was independently formed in 2003 to build a fairer, simpler, and more efficient music industry through technology, data, and advocacy. The only organization designated by the U.S. government to administer the Section 114 sound recording license, SoundExchange collects and distributes digital performance royalties on behalf of 650,000 music creators and growing. Through proprietary music tech solutions that turn data into accurate revenue, SoundExchange has paid more than $10 billion in distributions to date. For more information, visit soundexchange.com.

TriNet (NYSE: TNET), a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small and medium-size businesses (SMBs), has been recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek, earning the highest rating of five stars on the list of mid-size companies nationwide.

"We are honored to be among the very best workplaces in the country for diversity," said Catherine Wragg, TriNet's Chief People Officer. "At TriNet, we strive to create a culture of belonging for all our colleagues. I am incredibly proud of our team's diverse perspectives and innovative solutions that they bring to work every day in support of each other and our valued SMB customers."

Newsweek partnered with data research firm Plant-A Insights for their second annual ranking. The scoring process involved a thorough examination of publicly available data, interviews with HR professionals, and an anonymous online survey conducted among a diverse group of employees at companies in the United States. Respondents shared insights into corporate culture, working environments and other aspects of both their own companies and others they were familiar with, resulting in over 1.5 million company reviews.

For more information about TriNet's diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, visit www.trinet.com/dei.

About TriNet

TriNet (NYSE: TNET) provides small and medium-size businesses (SMBs) with full-service industry-specific HR solutions, providing both professional employer organization (PEO) and human resources information system (HRIS) services. TriNet offers access to human capital expertise, benefits, risk mitigation, compliance, payroll, and R&D tax credit services, all enabled by industry-leading technology. TriNet's suite of products also includes services and software-based solutions to help streamline workflows by connecting HR, benefits, employee engagement, payroll and time & attendance. Rooted in more than 30 years of supporting entrepreneurs and adapting to the ever-changing modern workplace, TriNet empowers SMBs to focus on what matters most—growing their business and enabling their people. For more information, visit TriNet.com

Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living and equipment exposition, was recently named a finalist in five categories for Trade Show Executive's Gold 100 Awards. Equip Expo is one of the largest and most unique trade shows in the United States, with more than 25,000 people attending last year.

Equip Exposition was named a finalist for "Most Innovative Show," "The Slam Dunk Award: Best New Idea," "The Marketing Genius Award," "The Best New Launch in 2022," and "The Greatest Trade Show of 2022."

"We have worked hard to innovate Equip Expo and bring the best gold-standard level programming and events to our attendees and exhibitors," says Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, which owns Equip Exposition. "These awards recognize our team's hard work and dedication to providing the best possible show to the landscape, lawncare, hardscape and outdoor power equipment professionals."

Equip Exposition is unique because it offers a 30-acre demo yard where attendees can literally mow, chop, dig, saw and drive with the latest outdoor power equipment. They can even try out the latest UTVs and their features on the UTV Test Track before going inside to the exhibits and industry training opportunities.

The latest technology, which is changing how landscaping is sold and created, is on full display at Equip Exposition in places like the Drone Zone, where attendees can try their hands at flying drones and take steps toward earning remote pilot certification. There's even a dog adoption event on-site, Mutt Madness, where the people who make America's amazing landscapes can bring home furry friends who remind everyone why yards are so wonderful.

"We offer education, entertainment, and hands-on experiences that happen nowhere else for the industry," says Kiser.

Trade Show Executive's prestigious Gold 100 & Summit recognizes the top trade shows held in the U.S. and offers associations and independent show organizers an opportunity to highlight their achievements. The awards will be presented in San Diego at a Summit being held September 13-15.

The summit is a celebration of the winners as well as the industry's robust recovery. The event culminates with the traditional Gold 100 Gala saluting the trade shows that set the Gold Standard and spotlighting the exceptional shows that take home the coveted Gold 100 Grand Awards.