b'F R O M T H E E D I T O R SDear Visions Readers:Four Companies Look to the Future G , a mirror reflecting the dynamic spectrum of SC Americas STRATEGIC MOVES : G reetings from the editors of VISIONSand our illustrious family of Group Companies. As you delve into the pages of our summer issue, well focus on innovation and adaptability as the twin engines powering the trajectories of four GroupCompanies: two that triumphed by adapting, and two others that launched to innovate, all four using expertise of the past to inform their strategic moves toward the future.These are stories of ambition leading, markets challenged and horizons broadened. From theprecision-driven world of Arkansas Steel Associates to Ascend SCs strategic rebranding, from thelandscape-changing prospects of SCOA Real Estate Partners to futuristic strides of SC AutomotiveEngineering USeach tale is a distinct chronicle of dedication and foresight.Beyond that progress, we cover our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), a part of the Sumitomo DNA for centuries. With the belief that business success and social impact are two sidesof the same coin, we proudly present the latest examples where benevolence and business intersect.And for those who love a good summer popcorn movie, our celebrity spotlight interview features a Sumo wrestler-turned-action hero who fights alongside Hollywood icon Keanu Reeves in one of the yearsbest action films. Our history has always been about more than business milestones; its about the people, values, and the human spirit that propels us forward. We hope these stories will not only inform, but inspire, so you can maybe glimpse the world of the futurethat world were working towardtogether.Heres to making all the right moves, and another enriching issue of VISIONS. Sincerely,The VISIONS Editors,Sumitomo Corporation of Americas, Corporate CommunicationsVisionsVISIONSSTAFFmagazine is published quarterly by Sumitomo Corporation of Americas,Stephen Pitalo, Managing Editor Submissions and inquiries are welcome.a wholly-owned subsidiary of SumitomoStephen.Pitalo@sumitomocorp.comCorporation, one of the worlds leading traders and distributors of commodities,Amy Babcock, Executive Editor Printed on industrial goods and consumer goods. amy.babcock@sumitomocorp.com recycled paper.Besides its role as a trader, SumitomoJewelle Yamada, Editor EmeritusCorporation is an investor in a diversejewelle-k.yamada@sumitomocorp.comrange of businesses that positionsthe company in markets with long-termJocelyn Turner, Associate Editor potential. jocelyn.turner@sumitomocorp.comRuth Fuster, Editorial Assistantruth.fuster@sumitomocorp.com Design/Production, Stanton Design Group stantondesigngroup@mac.comhttp://sumitomocorpofamericas.com2 visions Summer 2023'