Stefan Franzen

Mycogen LLC manufactures and sells agricultural products. The company was founded by Andrew C. Barnes and David H. Rammler in 1982 and is headquartered in Indianapolis, IN.

Advanced Diamond Technologies, Inc. develops thin films of ultrananocrystalline diamond technology. The firm develops and applies diamond films for electronic, mechanical, industrial and biomedical applications. Its products include UNCD Wafers, UNCD Components, Diamonox Cells, UNCD Probes and UNCD Sensor Substrates. The company was founded by Neil D. Kane, John Carlisle and Orlando Auciello in December 2003 and is headquartered in Romeoville, IL.

Agile Sciences, Inc. develops biological compounds that disperse colonies of bio film bacteria. These compounds have applications in the medicine and agriculture industries. The company was founded by Christian Melander and John Cavanagh in 2007 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.

Kuehnle AgroSystems, Inc. develops algae strains for use in bio fuel and chemical production. It develops and produce algae based solutions for skin and personal care, specialty chemicals, wastewater treatment with CO2 capture and aquaculture & animal nutrition. The company was founded by Paul S. Zorner, Adelheid R. Kuehnle and Gordon O. Wallace in 1998 and is headquartered in Honolulu, H

The Scripps Research Institute is a private, non-profit research organizations that performs basic biomedical research in molecular & cellular biology, chemistry, immunology and neuroscience. They receive the majority of its funding from federal agencies such as the National Institutes of Health. The organization also partners with pharmaceutical companies and is affiliated with the Scripps hospital group. The organization was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in La Jolla, California.

SAS Institute, Inc. provides business analytics software and services. It offers solutions in the areas of business intelligence, customer intelligence, financial intelligence, foundation tools, fraud and security intelligence, high-performance analytics, human capital intelligence, information management and information technology. The firm offers services to automotive, banking, defense, security, communications and health care industries. The company was founded by James Goodnight and John P. Sall in 1976 and is headquartered in Cary, NC.

Research Triangle Institute is a non-profit organization which provides research and development services. It offers surveys and data collection, statistics and data science, assessment and analysis, program design and implementation, and research technologies and analytical laboratory. The company was founded in 1958 and is headquartered in Research Triangle Park, NC.

The Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers, Inc. is a non-profit organization that owns and operates technical professional association. It provides membership and services, societies and communities support, publication services, and conferences and events. The company was founded in 1884 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Finistere Ventures LLC (Finistere Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded by Spencer Maughan and Arama Kukutai in 2005. The firm is headquartered in Newport Beach, California.

The North Carolina Biotechnology Center provides research and education grants. Its services include financing, technology assessment, business planning, and marketing strategies implementation. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Research Triangle Park, NC.

Sigma XI is a scientific research honor society that supports students and researchers, connects the public with science, and advances the research enterprise. The society is based in Durham, NC, and the CEO is Jamie L. Vernon. The society awards grants to students, hosts conferences, and offers programs such as science cafes and lectureships. Sigma XI also partners with other organizations to promote science communication and diversity in STEM fields.

New York Academy of Sciences is an independent, not-for-profit organization, which engages in the advancement of scientific research, education, and policy. The company was founded in 1817 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

The Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI ) believes that everyone deserves safe and effective health care, and they have been working with health care providers and leaders throughout the world to fulfill that promise. An independent not-for profit-organization based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, IHI focuses on motivating and building the will for change; identifying and testing new models of care in partnership with both patients and health care professionals; and ensuring the broadest possible adoption of best practices and effective innovations. In today's rapidly evolving health care environment, IHI responds to the interests of those committed to sustaining good health and improving health care delivery systems. They are building on their long history as a trusted source for innovation and collaboration - always seeking others who want to work with them to test new ideas and implement better processes for caregivers on the front lines.

American Society For Quality, Inc. engages in promoting and advancing quality tools, principles and practices in their workplaces and communities. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, WI.

The Materials Research Society is an international, interdisciplinary science community that offers materials science journals, meetings, and outreach. Founded in 1973, the society is headquartered in Warrendale, PA and has over 11,200 members from more than 90 countries around the world. The society includes people from both developed and developing nations and has subcommittees for early career, student, and university chapters. The society explores the connections between the discovery of new materials and the development of technologies and social structures worldwide.

Zea2 LLC offers cellulose-based biorefinery platform that is designed to produce advanced fuels and intermediate chemicals. It aims to address the yield and carbon dioxide problems associated with traditional and cellulosic based processes. The company was founded by Timothy J. Eggeman in 2002 and is headquartered in Tempe, AZ.

The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) is a monthly e-publication dedicated to helping its members and the 9.1 million-plus women entrepreneurs across the country to power their “whole professional you”—in their business, in their lifestyle, and in their community. The non-profit company is based in McLean, VA. Teana McDonald has been the CEO of the company since 2012. The Circle is an ever-evolving national program designed specifically for premier members who own larger businesses that exceed $1 million in annual revenue. This program offers exceptional connections, access, and learning opportunities above and beyond membership.

The Cary Chamber of Commerce is an organization that aims to help businesses in the local community. The organization is based in Cary, NC, as indicated by their Program of Work for the 2022-23 Chamber year. The non-profit company provides a roadmap for the year and a list of goals for each division. The Chamber emphasizes the importance of making connections to spread the word about your business, regardless of whether you are new to the community or an established company. The company also offers easy sponsorship opportunities for businesses looking to support the Chamber.

The Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce is a business organization that provides resources and support to small businesses in the Raleigh, NC area. The non-profit company's services include tax assistance and a small business resource guide.

Instrumar Ltd. provides instrumar fiber system that supplies on-line product and process information. It develops and commercializes production and monitoring system for high-performance polymer fiber. The firm comprises of specialized consulting software, including Instrumar PlantView and Instrumar Reporter, which provide insight needed to optimize production, machine operations and process flow. The company was founded in 1980 by and is headquartered in St. John's, Canada.

The American Statistical Association is the world's largest community of statisticians, connecting members in industry, government, and academia worldwide. The private company is based in Alexandria, VA. The association works to advance research, promote sound statistical practice, inform public policy, and improve human welfare. The organization is the second-oldest continuously operating professional association in the United States.

Principle Energy Ltd. produces and distributes sugarcane-based ethanol. It develops sugar cane based greenfield energy opportunities as well as converting existing sugar cane operations in the tropical and subtropical belt. The company was founded by Brian Alan Myerson in 2007 and is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.

Juran Institute, Inc. provides training, certification, and consulting services. Its programs include LSS yellow belt, LSS green belt, LSS black belt, upgrade to LSS BB and LSS master black belt. The company was founded by Joseph Juran in 1979 and is headquartered in Southington, CT.

Godavari Biorefineries Ltd. engages in the manufacture and sale of sugar and bio-based chemicals. It operates through the following segments: Sugar, Cogeneration, Chemicals, and Distillery. The Sugar segment produces, sells, and exports sugar products under Jivana brand. The Cogeneration segment produces electricity through the generation of steam and power produced from biomass. The Chemicals segment includes bio-based chemicals such as ethyl acetate, bio-ethyl acetate, butylene glycol, crotonaldehyde, acetaldehyde, acetic acid, bio-acetic acid, and paraldehyde. The company was founded by Karamshibhai Jethabhai Somaiya and Shantilal Karamshibhai Somaiya in 1939 and is headquartered in Mumbai, India.

The American Textile History Museum operates a textile museum. The non-profit company is based in Lowell, MA.

Carolinas Gateway Partnership is a non-profit company that has helped Eastern NC become a thriving food region. The company is based in Rocky Mount, NC. The company has worked with large food processing corporations to create jobs in the area. Robert B. Pike has been the CEO of the company since 2023.