Lisa Brady

CR Brands, Inc. engages in the manufacture and sale of household cleaning and laundry products. It offers laundry detergents, stain and odor eliminators, at-home dry cleaning products, all-purpose cleaners, and drain and septic care products. The firm operates its products under the following brand names: Biz, dryel, and Oxydol. The company was founded by Richard Owen in 2000 and is headquartered in West Chester, OH.

Crabtree & Evelyn Ltd. manufactures and distributes personal care and fragrance products. Its products include gifts and novelties, hand and feet, bath and body washes, facial skin care, and different type of fragrance. The company was founded in 1973 by Cyrus I. Harvey Jr. and is headquartered in Woodstock, CT.

Alerion Partners LLC (Alerion Partners) is a venture capital firm founded in 2004 by Bruce Failing. The firm is headquartered in Fairfield, Connecticut.

The Yankee Candle Co., Inc. manufactures and retails scented candles. Its products include candles, wax melts, candle accessories, flameless fragrance, car and small spaces, gifts and gift cards, personalized candles and fragrances. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in South Deerfield, MA.

S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. manufactures and sells household products for home cleaning and storage, air and personal care, and insect control. Its brands include Windex, Pledge, Glade, Shout, Saran, Ziploc, Kiwi, Scrubbing Bubbles, and Raid. The company was founded by Samuel C. Johnson in 1886 and is headquartered in Racine, WI.

Nestle Purina PetCare Co. engages in the manufacturing and distribution of pet food products. It offers dry and wet dog and cat food, treats, and litter. The company was founded by William H. Danforth, George Robinson, and William Andrews in 1894 and is headquartered in St. Louis, MO.

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

H2O Plus LLC develops, manufactures and markets water-based skin care products. It offers moisturizers, masks, scrubs, cleansers, makeup removers, toners and serums. The firm also sells its products through online. The company was founded by Cindy Melk in 1989 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

EnviroScent, Inc. engages in the development, manufacture, and marketing of home fragrances. Its products include car air fresheners; scented ornaments; fragrance machines and cartridges; fragrance infusers; seasonal fragrances for florals; and scent sticks and ceramic vases. The company was founded by Jeffrey Sherwood in 2001 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Sensible Organics, Inc. develops, manufactures and sells natural and organic personal care and beauty products. Its products include bath and body care, baby care, hair care, and face care products. The firm offers contract manufacturing, custom product formulation, packaging development, testing and filling services. The company was founded by Lynn C. Betz and Thomas W. Betz in 1996 and is headquartered in Beaver Falls, PA.

Six Flags Theme Parks, Inc. operates amusement and theme parks. It offers thrill rides, water attractions, themed areas, concerts and shows, restaurants, game venues, and retail outlets. The company is headquartered in Oklahoma City, OK

PARC Management LLC is a private group led by Randal H. Drew and Michael A. Jenkins. The private company is based in Jacksonville, FL and has subsidiaries in the United States.

Palace Entertainment, Inc. operates water parks and family entertainment centers. Its amusement parks include Wet 'N Wild, Raging Waters, Splish Splash, Big Kahuna's, Water Country, Mountain Creek and Wild Waters. The company was founded by Selwyn H. Joffe, William L. Rameson and Erik Rameson in 1998 and is headquartered in Newport Beach, CA.

Part of Six Flags Entertainment Corp., Funtime Parks, Inc. is a company that operates amusement parks. The company is based in Aurora, OH. Funtime Parks was acquired by Six Flags, Inc. on June 22, 1995 for $60 million.

AggieLand-Parks, Inc. owns and operates amusement parks. The company is headquartered in Austin, TX.

Wild Animal Safari, Inc. operates a animal park. It offers a drive-thru animal park, guided bus tours, van rental tour, and park walakbout. The company was founded by Ron Snider and is headquartered in Pine Mountain, GA.

Part of Great Wolf Resorts Holdings, Inc., The Great Wolf Lodge is a water park resort located in Mason, OH. Guests can enjoy a variety of water attractions, including the double whirlwind and river canyon run. The Great Wolf Lodge was acquired by Great Wolf Resorts Holdings, Inc. from Paramount Global on June 19, 2007 for $6.90 million.

Part of Great Wolf Resorts Holdings, Inc., Great Wolf Resorts, Inc. operates indoor water park resorts. The company is based in St. Paul, MN.

Global Factory, Inc. provides collaborative manufacturing execution systems. The firm's software gather, organize & analyze demand, production & quality data from various sources and monitor key indicators & execute business processes to control, manage & optimize distributed manufacturing operations. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA.

Phelps Pet Products engages in the provision of pet services. The company was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Rockford, IL.

Spring Brook Farm Cheese LLC is a private company that specializes in making cheese. The company is based in Port Washington, NY.

University of Akron provides public research education. Its programs include under graduate studies, graduate studies, international studies, law, and continuing education. The company was founded in 1870 and is headquartered in Akron, OH.

International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions provides amusement and recreational services. It holds annual trade shows, publishes FUNWORLD magazine, offers management and customer service advice, sets safety standards, and lobbies government on behalf of the industry. International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions was founded in 1918 and is headquartered in Alexandria, VA.

World Waterpark Association operates membership trade organization. The company is a trade organization which provides safety and profitability in the waterpark industry. It also publishes World Waterpark Magazine, a trade journal for waterpark owners and operators. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Overland Park, KS

Columbus Zoo & Aquarium provides and supports wildlife conservation projects. It is a recreational and education destination that includes Zoombezi Bay water park and a 18-hole safari golf club. The company was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Powell, OH.

Part of Six Flags Entertainment Corp., Six Flags America, Inc. operates theme parks. The company is based in Bowie, TX.

Economic Development Corp. provides financial and investment services. The private company is based in Trenton, NJ. The CEO of the company is Katrina Smith.