James Lester

Sicel Technologies, Inc. develops and manufactures miniature implantable wireless sensors. Its sensor technologies are used to provide feedback about biological and physiological changes in cell and organ systems. The company's technology solutions provide information about tumor cells to impact the treatment or the timing of treatment to target the tumors. Sicel Technologies was founded by Charles W. Scarantino and H. Troy Nagle in July 1999 and is headquartered in Morrisville, NC

BioMarck Pharmaceuticals Ltd. engages in the discovery and development of new drugs for the treatment of pulmonary diseases and disorders. It develops its lead compound, BIO-11006 Inhalation Solution, BioMarck has chosen chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (specifically chronic bronchitis) as its first target, but other diseases including asthma and cystic fibrosis are later disease targets. The company was founded by Indu Parikh, Allen F. Gant, Thomas H. Roberg and Kenneth Adl in 2002 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.

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.

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.

University of Southern California is a private research university that mainly offers undergraduate, graduate & other higher education. The university was founded in 1880 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.

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.

University of Miami (Florida) is a private research university with students from around the world that is focused on teaching and learning, the discovery of new knowledge, and service to the South Florida region and beyond. The university was founded in 1925 and it is headquartered in Coral Gables, FL.

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.

The American Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization that represents psychologists. The non-profit company is based in Washington and has subsidiaries in the United States. APA educates the public about psychology, behavioral science, and mental health. It promotes psychological science and practice, fosters the education and training of psychological scientists, practitioners, and educators. APA advocates for psychological knowledge and practice to inform public policy and champions the application of psychology to promote human rights, health, well-being, and dignity. Arthur C. Evans has been the CEO of the American company since 2017.

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.

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.

Sensorygen, Inc. operates in the biotechnology sector. It discovers natural small molecules that modify smell and taste behavior. The company was founded by Anandasankar Ray and Paul S. Zorner and is headquartered in Pasadena, CA.

Locus Agriculture Holding LLC provides agricultural banking and financing services. The company is incorporated in 2017 and is headquartered in Solon, OH.