(Level II & Level III )

REGIONAL SPOTLIGHTS (Level I)

Applied Medical is a leader in medical device technology for new minimally invasive and established surgical procedures. Their portfolio of 230 pending or issued patents spans 19 technologies and over 250 products for Cardiac and Bascular Surgery, General Surgery and Urology. Their history of innovation is a testament to an exciting team environment for their customers, team members and investors.

Architronix Software offers a new architectural space programming technology, arcSPtm, to the building and construction industry. This software gives and Architect, Builder, or Internet user an opportunity to considerably reduce amount of time and money they spend on facility space programming so that their projects are calculated with great international accuracy and the highest value.

 

Bardes Consulting, Inc. a fee based insurance consulting firm, has a unique approach to offering insurance over the Internet, strip out the commissions, offer the consumer a much better deal, and charge the insurance company a small processing fee for the service. Variable Life Insurance (www.VariableLifeInsurance.com) is their first featured product, with no commissions, no surrender charges, and no sales charges.
 

Provides lawyers and insurance companies health care professionals willing to be independent experts for help in resolving medical-legal disputes. The company also provides specialized administrative support to those experts, helping them with the legal process and in preparing written evaluations.
 

Citizens for an Alternative Tax System is a national grassroots organization based in Manassas, Virginia, near the nation's capital, that arose in 1990 with the sole purpose of uniting and educating citizens on the most important economic debate of out time - creating a new tax system to fund our federal government.

CATS members are community leaders, business people, and ordinary citizens from all walks of life and political persuasions who are committed to one idea - the income tax system is a colossal failure and it needs to be replaced. Not fixed; replaced with a National Retail Sales Tax.
 

Began two decades ago as a privately owned debt recoveries service for the healthcare industry and has grown into a publicly traded corporation with multiple subsidiaries. Their services now include banking, retail, telecommunications, commercials, etc.
 

Manufactures machine gear parts for the aerospace industry. Actively involved in helping to increase the number of skilled machinists (a threatened species).
 

DRG is the leading provider of quick reaction, low cost, quality aerospace systems. Specializing in satellite systems, ground stations and related components, DRGÃs location in the heart of the Silicon Valley provides ready access to the world's best electronics, fabrication facilities, software, and people. DRG is the general contractor for the recently licensed Leo One satellite system. 
 

Dentistry.com 

The leading information provider for the online dental community. This portal attracts patients who may search for a nearby dentist, access updated articles and case studies, play exciting dental games, and contact dental specialists through an online consultation service. Dentists participate by utilizing top practice management resources, along with exclusive specials for dental supplies.

 

World's largest manufacturer of matches, toothpicks, cutlery, and candles. Diamond Brands produces over 20 billion matches per year (i.e. more than three for every person on the planet). Their cutlery is made under the name FORSTER and their candles are made under the name EMPIRE.
 

In the business of making vacation dreams come true. With more than 20 years of success in the vacation ownership industry, Diamond Resorts boasts more than 30,000 "owners" who have purchased deeded weekly intervals at its flagship resort, Polo Towers, on the Las Vegas strip, at its Jockey Club resort on the strip, or at its Kona Reef Resort in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.
 

A world-class wireless mobile communications company, Electrocom's mission is to capture the market opportunities for Land Mobile Radio applications, currently made available due to the severe shortage of bandwidth in the private radio spectrum. They are committed to providing unequaled features and performance while significantly lowering entry and life cycle costs.
 

Quick Glance allows you to control your computer with your eyes. The producer of Quick Glance, Eyetech Digital Systems Inc., is a developer of affordable eyetracking systems for disabled persons and commercial and research applications.

 

FARMER JOHN

The leading pork producer and marketer on the West Coast.
 

FINANCIAL WEST GROUP

 (Currently In production)
 

A world leader in automated robotic manufacturing. Their robotics use G.P.S. and lasers for precision.
John O'Hanlon, CFO, 408-745-6520.

HOULES USA, INC.

Paris-based manufacturer of trimmings such as cords and tassels for interior design. Their trimmings are used on drapes, couches etc. 
 

(Currently In production)
 

 

A marketing solutions leader for a variety of industries, particularly entertainment. They design and execute promotional programs. 
  

KPMG Foundation

The PhD Project was created to remedy the severe under-representation of people of color in America's business schools, and ultimately in the larger corporate community. It is going about this task by increasing African-Americans', Hispanic-Americans' and Native Americans' presence on business school faculty. By diversifying the faculty, The PhD Project will 1) encourage more people of color to pursue business degrees, and 2) better prepare all business students for today's multicultural work environment.

 

Lasik Vision Corporation

Lasik Vision Corporation is North America¹s fastest growing laser vision refractive company. At its centres across North America, Lasik Vision offers vision correction procedures, including PRK (Photo-Refractive Keratectomy) and LASIK (Laser-in-Situ-Keratomileusis), to correct near- and far-sightedness and astigmatism using advanced excimer lasers and state-of-the-art topography and microkeratome equipment. With many of the most experienced specialists in North America, Lasik Vision¹s goal is to provide the best quality patient care and clinical outcomes at the most affordable price for patients.
 

(Currently In Production)
 

Mapal Incorporated

Mapal offers full service supply with advanced technology and innovation leading the way in precision machining. They allow the manufacturer time to concentrate on the core competency of production while the spectrum of parts producing tooling is handled by the Mapal team.
 

Millennium Research and Development, Inc., a new up and coming Hi-Tech company that specializes in creating new technology for the Internet and Telecommunications fields.  From Child Safety issues to making copper lines into hi-speed voice and data, MIRD is fast becoming a recognized World Leader in these fields.