Howard Barker

Produces and distributes bananas

Provides online travel reservation, merchant payment and advertising services

Provides healthcare, pharmacy and mobile application services

Provides auditing, tax and advisory services

Association of accountants

Operates as a membership association and provides advocacy,community and education services

The Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) is a professional organization representing certified public accountants and accounting professionals in public accounting, private industry, government, and education. The private company is based in Tallahassee, FL. FICPA provides services such as continuing professional education, career development programs, leadership opportunities, advocacy, and resources for all career stages. The organization offers educational resources including conferences, online courses, and specialized programs on industry topics, and administers the mandatory AICPA peer review program to ensure quality control in accounting and auditing firms. FICPA also runs initiatives like the corporate membership program and the "Bridge to CPA" pilot program, which offers tuition-free, fully online pathways for future CPAs. Advocacy efforts include monitoring legislation, organizing events, and publishing updates on tax and regulatory matters. The organization promotes volunteerism and maintains 22 local chapters statewide for networking, education, philanthropy, and leadership development. Members have access to career resources such as job postings, scholarships, exam preparation discounts, and a members-only portal. Deborah Curry has been the CEO of the company since 2011.

The Community Fund of Darien is a nonprofit organization established in 1951 that serves Darien and Norwalk by providing grants and resources to local nonprofits addressing basic needs such as food, housing, healthcare, employment skills, youth programs, and emergency services. The fund carefully vets grant applications to maximize local impact and organizes community events like the Darien Road Race & Family Fun Day to raise funds and awareness. A key focus is youth development and well-being, primarily through its Thriving Youth Darien initiative, a coalition of over 50 leaders from 35 local organizations that promotes positive youth mental health and reduces substance use among teens. Through collaborations with schools, police, health services, and community groups, the Community Fund of Darien promotes healthy youth development, substance use prevention, and community support. The non-profit company is based in Darien, CT. Supported by a federal Drug-Free Communities grant, the initiative conducts biennial anonymous surveys of 6th-12th graders on mental health and substance use, sharing results with parents and the community to guide educational programming. The initiative offers resources including educational campaigns on nicotine, vaping, and underage alcohol use, parent handbooks, workshops, and community events featuring expert speakers on topics like mental health, substance use prevention, social media impact, and suicide prevention. The fund also runs youth volunteer programs for middle and high school students, engaging them in service with local nonprofits to foster community involvement and kindness. Additionally, the fund partners with local agencies to provide emergency financial assistance through programs like the Touch-A-Life Fund, which helps residents with urgent needs such as rent, utilities, food, and medical expenses.