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Jo-Ann Stores LLC operates as a fabric and craft specialty retailer. It offers products for apparel, craft and home decor sewing and quilting, as well as a range of components, tools and kits for crafters of all ages. The company was founded in 1943 and is headquartered in Hudson, OH.

John G. Ullman & Associates, Inc. (JGUA) is an independent, SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Horseheads, New York. The firm was founded by John G. Ullman in 1978. JGUA provides portfolio management services to individuals, high net-worth individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable institutions, foundations, endowments, trusts and US corporations.

FTD, Inc. provides floral related products and services to consumers and retail florists, as well as other retail locations. It markets to members and retail locations in U.S., Canada, the U.K. and the Republic of Ireland. The company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Downers Grove, IL.

Intralinks, Inc. engages in the provision of software-as-a-service solutions or secure content management. It provides support for mergers and acquisitions, alternative investments, and banking and securities. The company was founded by Mark Adams and Arthur Sculley in 1996 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Credit Agricole Securities (USA), Inc. (Credit Agricole Securities USA) is a full service broker-dealer headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded in 2004 and formerly known as Calyon Securities USA, Inc. and Credit Lyonnais Securities, Inc. They are a subsidiary of Crédit Agricole Global Partners, Inc., which is owned by Rue la Boétie SAS’s Credit Agricole SA (EPA: ACA) in France. Credit Agricole Securities USA provides investors’ customized solutions to ensure they achieve their execution objectives in the tradition of service excellence and product innovation.

Kmart Holding Corp. provides mass merchandising services. It serves through its Kmart and Kmart Supercenter retail outlets in Puerto Rico, United States, Virgin Islands & Guam and through its online shopping website. The company was founded in 1899 and is headquartered in Hoffman Estates, IL.

FTD Group, Inc. provides floral related products and services to consumers and retail florists. The company was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Downers Grove, IL.

ROTH Capital Partners LLC is a broker/dealer headquartered in Newport Beach, California. The firm was founded in 2001 and is a subsidiary of CR Financial Holdings, Inc. They offer institutional sales and trading services. Their broad institutional coverage includes investors in North America, Canada, UK, Europe and other international territories.

Transtar Industries, Inc. manufactures and distributes driveline parts and services to the motor vehicle replacement parts industry. It offers allison transmission, coolers, transtar driveline, electrical, fluids and chemicals, and hard parts. The company was founded by Monte Ahuja in 1975 and is headquartered in Walton Hills, OH.

FTD.com, Inc. provides Internet and telephone marketing of flowers and specialty gifts. The company offers floral arrangements, gift baskets, holiday gift sets, garden products, and bath and beauty products. It was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Downers Grove, IL

Part of Baker J. Co., Shoe Corp. of America, Inc. operates retail shoe stores. The company is based in Columbus, OH. Shoe Corp. of America was acquired by Baker J. Co. on March 02, 2000 for $14.50 million.

Part of Koninklijke Philips NV, Marconi Medical Systems, Inc. is a medical equipment manufacturer. The company is based in London, UK. Marconi Medical Systems was acquired by Koninklijke Philips NV from Marconi Corp. Plc on October 19, 2001 for $1,082.40 million.

Greater Cleveland Partnership is a business membership association. The firm offers resources include project management, asset to capital, real estate site searches, incentive workforce program assistance and workforce grants assistance. The company was founded in March 2004 and is headquartered in Cleveland, OH.

GCA Services Group, Inc. provides facility support services. Its services include janitorial and custodial services, contamination control for cleanroom manufacturing, facilities maintenance and operations, grounds management, in-sourced production staffing and labor management, diversified staffing, support and recycling programs. The company was founded by Graeme A. Crothall and Robert E. Drury in 2003 and is headquartered in Cleveland, OH.

Case Western Reserve University provides educational services. It offers a variety of undergraduate degree courses and graduate and professional options such as arts and sciences, dentistry, engineering, law, management, medicine, nursing, social work, and more. The firm also offers dual-degree programs. The company was founded in 1826 and is headquartered in Cleveland, OH.

Conning & Co. engages in the provision of investment management services. It offers investment expertise, software and services, and insurance research services. The company was founded in 1912 and is headquartered in Hartford, CT.

Tag Holdings LLC engages in the provision of manufacturing and supply chain management services. It offers services to aerospace, automotive, construction and farm machinery, defense, and medical industries. The company was founded in November 2001 and is headquartered in Wixom, MI.

United Way of Greater Cleveland provides individual and family services. Its programs include fund raising, volunteer and engagement center, community conversations, young leadership training, and women's leadership council. The company was founded on August 27, 1957 and is headquartered in Cleveland, OH.

BioEnterprise Corp. provides access to capital through both its relationships with venture capital and investment banking firms. It initiates for start up funding, and networking information, recruitment, and emerging support firms, including medical devices companies. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Cleveland, OH.

Part of Deutsche Bank AG, Deutsche Bank Corp. is a company based in New York, NY.

Total Image Specialists, Inc. provides design, fabrication and sourcing, implementation, and fulfillment services. It also provides services such as project management, brand strategy, environmental design, store planning, engineering, documentation, lighting, interior brand image elements, prototyping, and production management. The company was founded in 1962 and is headquartered in Columbus, OH.

The Millcraft Paper Co. distributes printing paper. The company was founded by Pauline Keil and Harold Keil in 1920 and is headquartered in Cleveland, OH.

Jackson, Grant Investment Advisers, Inc. (Jackson, Grant) is a registered independent wealth management firm headquartered in Stamford, Stamford. The firm was founded by Julie Jason in 1992. Jackson, Grant provides personal portfolio management services to a select high net worth clientele.

Transtar Holding Co. is a portfolio of brands that manufacture, remanufacture, and distribute automotive products. Transtar delivers its products to more than 80 countries through its robust distribution network throughout the US and internationally. Its business units include Nexamotion Group for the aftermarket industry and Coverflexx Group for vehicle and equipment coatings. Transtar's core strengths are technology, distribution, and manufacturing, and its brands include Transtar Industries, Recon Certified, King-O-Matic, Transmart, Nickels Performance, Proking, Transtar Autobody Technologies, and ATCO. The American company offers a comprehensive range of products related to the transmission and driveline, including automatic and standard transmission units, transmission rebuild kits and components, remanufactured torque converters, hard parts, valve bodies, differentials, and transfer case kits and components. The private company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in an undisclosed location. The CEO of Transtar Holding is Neil Sethi.

Transtar Holding Co. LLC engages in the distribution and manufacture of OE and aftermarket automotive products. Its businesses include driveline distribution, paint and autobody, and manufacturing. The company is headquartered in Walton Hills, OH.