Michael Porter

Part of Ask.com, Excite, Inc. operates internet portals. The company is based in Redwood City, CA. The company was founded by Mark Haren, Martin Reinfried, Ryan A. McIntyre.

Paper Warehouse, Inc. is a chain of retail stores specializing in party supplies and paper goods. It operates 136 stores including 86 Company-owned stores and 50 franchise stores which are conveniently located in major retail trade areas to provide customers with easy access. The company offers a complete selection of wrap supplies for holidays and special occasions which include birthdays, graduations, weddings, anniversaries and baby showers. Paper Warehouse also offers an extensive selection of regular and seasonal merchandise in the categories include Plates, candy, favors, invitations, snacks, novelties, napkins, balloons, banners, streamers and candles.

Clinton Group, Inc. is a registered investment advisor and hedge fund manager headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded by George E. Hall in 1991 and is a subsidiary of Madison Avenue Capital Holdings, Inc., which is owned by CGI Holdings, Inc. Clinton Group serves as investment manager primarily for an offshore private investment fund, as well as pools of collateralized debt obligations (CDOs), collateralized bond obligations (CBOs) and other structured products for which the the firm as collateral manager.

LifeShield LLC provides wireless digital home security systems and monitoring services for homes, restaurants, businesses, renters, apartments, vacation homes, elder parent homes, mobile homes, and even young adults living dorms. Its products include home security kits, consoles, security and environmental sensors, grid extenders, smoke and fire safety sensors, wireless security cameras, keychain remotes, and other security accessories. The firm also offers security services for alarm monitoring, installation, interactive monitoring, and customer support for wireless home security systems. The company was founded by Louis A. Stilp on September 22, 2004 and is headquartered in Yardley, PA.

Excite at Home Corp. provides voice, data, and video telecommunication services. The company provides Internet access over cable lines. It is headquartered in Redwood City, CA

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants provides vocational education in accounting. The company provides services to the accounting community, regulatory bodies, and other organizations. It also operates in Jersey City, Washington, and Lewisville. It was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in New York City, NY.

Part of Interpublic Group of Cos., Inc., Ketchum Advertising is an advertising agency. Ketchum Advertising was acquired by Bozell Worldwide from Ketchum Communications Holdings, Inc. on April 06, 1995.

Rogers Media, Inc. operates ratio and television stations and provides publishing services. The firm offers consumer magazines, trade, and professional publications. It offers radio and television broadcasting, sports entertainment, publishing, and digital media properties. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

Northwestern University is a private institution founded in 1851 to serve the Northwest Territory, an area that now includes the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota. Northwestern has three campuses

McCann Erickson Advertising Ltd. offers creative ad development services for broadcast, print, and outdoor advertising, as well as campaign planning and management services. It operates nearly six offices in England and Ireland. The company was founded by Harrison King McCann in 1915 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Bath & Body Works, Inc. produces and distributes beauty products. The firm has reinvented in the personal care industry with the introduction of fragrant flavorful indulgences including shower gels, lotions, candles, and accessories. The company was founded in 1990 and is located in Reynoldsburg, OH

Part of Rogers Communications, Inc., The Shopping Channel operates as a 24-hour broadcast retailer through the Internet and television channels. The company is based in Mississauga, Canada.

National Investor Relations Institute operates as an association of corporate officers and investor relations consultants responsible for communication among corporate management, shareholders, securities analysts and other financial community constituents. The company was founded by DeWitt C. Morrill in 1969 and is headquartered in Alexandria, VA.

National Restaurant Association operates as a foodservice trade association. It advocate for pro-restaurant regulation and operational freedom. The firm provide advocacy and representation, educational networking, tools and solutions, and research and insights. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Women's Foodservice Forum engages in food services industry. It serves the operations, manufacturing, distribution, publishing and consulting industry. The company was founded by Monica Boyles, Elizabeth Brennan, Jenene Garey, Joyce Goldstein, Denise Gorsline, Marcia Harris, Patricia Harris, Laura Hayden, Florence Jaramillo, Edna Morris, Karen Settlemyer, Julia Stewart, Kathleen Talbert, Jo Linda Thompson and Jackie B. Trujillo in 1989 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

Minnesota Society of Certified Public Accountants offers services and professional development for CPAs and other accounting professionals. It provides CPE, resources, networking, and advocacy services. The company was founded on June 23, 1904 and is headquartered in Bloomington, MN.

Antsnpants LLC provides online social networks, pictures, job information, phone numbers and even possibly dating websites. The company is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Total Beauty Media, Inc. operates as an online beauty health publisher company. It is engaged in the publishing of beauty, health, fitness, fashion and celebrity properties across web, mobile, email and video. The firm’s portfolio includes TotalBeauty.com, BeautyRiot.com, LimeLife.com, and ModernMan.com. The company was founded by John Hadl and Emrah Kovacoglu in 2007 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, CA.

Retail Council of Canada is a not-for-profit, industry-funded association that represents small, medium, and large retail businesses in every community across Canada. Additionally, Retail Council of Canada provides exclusive HR committees, events, and special reports that help retail HR professionals collaborate with peers to stay informed on emerging issues, recruiting, retention, training best practices, and upcoming legislated changes to employment laws. The non-profit company is based in Toronto, Canada. The Canadian company represents more than 45,000 storefronts in all retail formats, including department, grocery, specialty, discount, independent retailers, and online merchants. Retail Council of Canada advocates for retail in Canada and works with all levels of government and other stakeholders to support growth. The company offers the latest retail industry research, best practices, consumer trends, and sales statistics. The CEO of the company is Diane J. Brisebois.

Cosmetic Executive Women, Inc. conducts events to develop careers and knowledge in the beauty industry. The non-profit company is based in New York, NY.

Madlyn & Leonard Abramson Center For Jewish Life provides social services. Its services include care advisors, short stay rehab, in-home care, dialysis, adult day services, and research. The company was founded in 1866 and is headquartered in North Wales, PA.

Part of Qurate Retail, Inc., QVC Japan, Inc. is a shopping channel that offers a variety of products 24/7 through their mail order site. QVC Japan is based in Mihama-Ku, Japan. The Japanese company carefully select and delivers furniture, bedding, and household goods from fashion, interiors, and household goods. The company also provides recruitment information for mid-career and new graduates, as well as information about each department and work environment.

Golden Slipper Club & Charities provides social services. The non-profit company is based in Bala Cynwyd.

Part of MTY Food Group, Inc., Famous Dave's of America, Inc. operates a restaurant. The company is based in Minnetonka, MN. The CEO of the company is Jeffery Crivello.

Part of MTY Food Group, Inc., Famous Dave's Ribs-U, Inc. is an American company.

Part of MTY Food Group, Inc., D & D of Minnesota, Inc. is an American company.

Part of MTY Food Group, Inc., Lake & Hennepin BBQ & Blues, Inc. is an American company.