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Bluestem Brands, Inc. operates as a multi-brand online retailer. It offers home products such as housewares, entertainment related, bed and bath, lawn and garden items, home furnishings, and hardware products. The firm also offers a variety of credit options to provide families on a budget the flexibility of paying over time. The company was founded by Thomas J. Petters and Theodore Deikel in 2002 and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, MN.

Host Hotels & Resorts LP engages in the provision of real estate investment services. It operates hotels under brand names Marriott, Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt, Four Seasons, Fairmont, Hilton, and Westin. The company was founded on April 15, 1998 and is headquartered in Bethesda, MD.

True Religion Apparel, Inc. designs, markets, distributes and sells apparel under the brand name 'True Religion Brand Jeans' to fashion-conscious consumers. It offers denim jeans and related sportswear apparel for men, women and kids. The company was founded by Jeffrey Lubell and Kymberly Gold-Lubell in 2002 and is headquartered in Gardena, CA.

Rodan & Fields LLC develops and sells skin care products. It offers anti-aging, anti skin discoloration, anti-acne, sensitive skin, everyday use, and enhancement creams. The company was founded by Katie Rodan and Kathy Fields in 2000 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

The Wonderful Co. LLC operates as a holding company with interests in agriculture, consumer packaged goods, and floral services businesses. It grows, harvests, bottles, packages, and markets a range of products, including fruits, nuts, flowers, water, wines, and juices through its subsidiaries. The company was founded by Stewart A. Resnick and Lynda Rae Resnick in 1979 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.

Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston. Northeastern teaches worldwide experiential learning, urban engagement, and interdisciplinary research that meets global and societal needs. The University offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools.

Norwest Venture Partners is a venture capital division of Norwest Partners founded in 1961. The firm is headquartered in Palo Alto, California with additional offices in Mumbai and Herzliya.

Red Bull North America, Inc. supplies energy drinks. It offers colas and beverages under Red Bull brand. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, CA.

HVS International offers solutions for hotel valuation and investment decision-making.

The U.S. Travel Association is a non-profit organization that represents all aspects of the travel industry. The non-profit company is based in Washington. The American company's mission is to increase travel to and within the United States. In 2020, the travel industry suffered a significant decline due to the pandemic, generating less economic output and supporting fewer jobs than in previous years. Geoff Freeman has been the CEO of the company since 2022.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts operates hotel and resorts. The company is headquartered in White Plains, NY.

Part of Allianz SE, Allianz Asset Management of America LP provides investment services. The company is based in New York, NY.

Part of The Nielsen Company (US) LLC, Nielsen Mobile LLC provides consulting services to the wireless industries. The company is based in San Francisco, CA.

Part of Boardriders, Inc., Emerald Coast SAS is a French company that offers a cluster of stylish gites in Brittany, specializing in family holidays. The company is based in St-Jean-de-Luz, France. The company provides family-friendly gites with a swimming pool, bar, and food options. Additionally, they offer three fabulous glamping lodges with great views over the French countryside. The company was founded in 2000, and the CEO is Gregory Healy.

Jagaran Microfin Pvt Ltd. is a non-banking finance company, which engages in microfinance business. The company was founded on January 12, 1993 and is headquartered in Kolkata, India.

Ethika, Inc. manufactures and markets underwear and related products. It offers staple, mid, technical, and print underwear for men, women, and kids. The company was founded by Malcolm McCassy in 2001 and is headquartered in San Clemente, CA.

Fashion Nova, Inc. is a leading apparel and lifestyle brand that delivers the latest fashion trends to millions of people worldwide. The private company is based in Vernon, CA and has subsidiaries in Spain. The company has five retail stores in Southern California and offers collections for women, men, curve, and kids. Fashion Nova has a massive social media following of over 25 million, including celebrity fans and collaborators. Fashion Nova was founded in 2006 by Richard David Saghian, who has been the CEO since then.

Uniform Systems, Inc. develops software platform to help companies to create, maintain, and evolve their digital experience stack. The company was founded by Lars Henry Birkholm Petersen and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.