5Linx Corporation
5LINX operates as a globally minded telecommunications company focused on the expansion of its wholly owned Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) subsidiary network “GLOBALINX” that utilizes state-of-the-art cost-effective technology to deliver competitively priced residential and business phone services. 5LINX’s products and services also include cellular phones and plans from all U.S. major carriers and satellite T.V. service from DISH Network and DIRECTV. Customers enjoy industry leading VoIP services from all-inclusive North American calling plans to high quality video calling. By developing its own national network of independent sales representatives, 5LINX has grown far beyond traditional distribution models. The 5LINX® direct sales model has helped thousands of individuals experience the benefits of entrepreneurship with little risk and minimal investment compared to traditional retail or franchise models. In 2006, 5LINX was named an Inc. 500 fastest growing company in 2006 thanks to its highly motivated distributor force.
Advanced Viral Research Corporation
Advanced Viral Research Corp. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery and development of small molecule anti-cancer drugs. Its initial compound, AVR118, represents a new class of cytoprotective agent that targets, among other things, some of the most problematic symptoms associated with clinical cachexia or the so called wasting syndrome. In addition, AVR118 has also been shown to possess topical wound healing properties in animal models. Various degenerative conditions associated with cachexia such as cancer, sepsis, HIV-AIDS and chronic inflammation
are potential disease targets for AVR118 therapy. An ongoing Phase II clinical trial is currently underway at the McGill University Cancer Center (MUHC) where the drug is being investigated in patients with advanced cancer.
ArmorLite Roofing
ArmorLite Roofing Technology, LLC (ArmorLite) markets a patented, eco-energy-efficient composite, “clean tech” roofing material that it created in conjunction with its development partners, GE Plastics and Spartech Corporation. Utilizing innovative, technologically-advanced polymers, ArmorLite approached the extensive research and development program of its product designs with a goal of creating a lighter, safer, more durable and environmentally friendly product that was easier to install while reducing injuries, eliminating product breakage and decreasing energy costs. ArmorLite™ offers exceptional strength, lightest weight, environmental sustainability, energy savings and architectural beauty, displacing inferior roofing materials such as wood, metal, concrete and asphalt. ArmorLite Roofing was not only created for the homeowner, but also with the roofing contractors needs and concerns in mind. Quicker and safer to install than any other product in the marketplace, ArmorLite is quickly becoming the number one choice of roofing contractors across the United States.
HOT, LLC/2HOT LLC
The Bruegger’s Bakeries restaurant chain, now owned by Sun Capital Partners, was founded in Troy, NY in 1983 and has 282 Bruegger’s locations in the U.S., including 97 franchisees. HOT LLC’s CEO Kenneth Greene has been closely associated with the brand since 1986, when at 26 years old he joined the two founders of Bruegger’s to own & operate four locations in upstate NY – at a time when the chain had only 11 bakery-cafés. Mr. Greene grew the four unit operation to 35 locations by 2001; in 2005, he, Michael T. Borrelli, CFO and Richard DeCarr COO created a sister company, 2 HOT LLC, which purchased five Great Northern Pizza Kitchen restaurants. Bruegger’s 1,500 – 2,200 sf bakery-cafés offer fresh hot bagels, Fair Trade Certified coffee blends, signature & deli-style sandwiches, fresh-tossed salads, carb-friendly wraps, soups, desserts and original cream cheese in an assortment of flavors. Bruegger’s most famous and best-selling product is its authentic New York-style, water boiled bagels that are baked fresh and served hot. Bruegger’s bagels come in a variety of 17 different flavors in addition to seasonal offerings.