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The story of H-E-B began 100 years ago in a tiny family shop in Kerrville. Today H-E-B serves families all over Texas and Mexico with over 300 stores and 56,000 employees. H-E-B's commitment to excellence has made it one of the nations largest independently owned food retailers. Yet H-E-B's success has not changed its commitment to giving the customer exceptional service, low prices and friendly shopping. |
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The largest home-grown financial institution based in Texas, Frost has been helping Texans with their financial needs since 1868. With more than 110 locations across Texas, Frost provides banking, investments and insurance to individuals and businesses. Over the years, our size, capabilities and technologies have grown. What remains unchanged are our values and our commitment to taking care of each customer. |
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The Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) is a global business network of 8,000+ business owners in 121 chapters and 40 countries. Founded in 1987 by a group of young entrepreneurs, EO enables small and large business owners to learn from each other, leading to greater business success and an enriched personal life. Our vision is to build the world's most influential entrepreneur community, which aligns with our mission of supporting entrepreneurial education and engaging entrepreneurs to learn and grow. |
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Shell’s commitment to community and social responsibility has been in place for more than 50 years with more than one-half billion dollars in contributions to support community, health and welfare, environmental, arts and cultural activities, various educational initiatives, including minority education, and diversity and inclusiveness programs in Houston and the U.S. www.shell.us |
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Houston-based Champion Energy Services is the fastest-growing retail electric provider in the nation and the largest never to have been affiliated with a utility. Champion Energy currently serves residential, governmental, commercial and industrial customers in deregulated electric energy markets in Texas, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Ohio and New Jersey, with Maryland slated for fourth quarter 2011. The company has ranked “Highest in Residential Customer Satisfaction with Retail Electric Service, Two Years in a Row” according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2010-2011 Texas Residential Retail Electric Provider Customer Satisfaction Studies?.* Backed by the financial strength of Texas-based Crane Capital and EDF Trading North America, LLC, the company serves 725,000 residential customer equivalents, with a peak load of near 2,200 megawatts. PUCT No. 10098, PA PUC license A-2009-2124113, Ohio PUC certificate 09-166E(1), Illinois (ICC) docket 10-0168, New Jersey BPU license ESL-0082 and Maryland IR-2196. * For J.D. Power and Associates award information, go to www.jdpower.com. |
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The Fay School is a non-denominational, not-for-profit, co-educational school in which children of diverse talents and backgrounds, with average to above average academic abilities are offered a high quality education in a secure, nurturing and academically challenging environment. Here children learn and grow intellectually, physically, socially, ethically and artistically and develop self-confidence and a lifelong love of learning trough an active partnership among educators, parents and students. At The Fay School, our core values center on providing an educational experience that ensures our students are Prepared, Well-Rounded, and Articulate - three essential cornerstones for success as they move forward in life. |
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Lincoln is the luxury automotive brand for Ford Motor Company, committed to becoming a world-class luxury brand with compelling vehicles and an exceptional ownership experience to match. Lincoln will launch seven new or significantly refreshed models in the next three years. For all the latest information, please visit Lincoln at facebook.com/lincoln, media.lincoln.com, or www.lincoln.com. Come outside during UP 2011 for a test drive in one of 4 new models, including the most fuel efficient luxury sedan on the market, the MKZ Hybrid. |
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UBS offers high net worth and affluent individuals around the world a complete range of tailored advice and investment services. Whether they are investing internationally or in their home country. UBS offers investment capabilities across all major traditional and alternative asset classes for private clients, financial intermediaries and institutional investors around the world. UBS also provides securities products and research in equities, fixed income, rates, foreign exchange and metals. It also provides advisory services as well as access to the world's capital markets. |
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Allegiance Bank Texas opened for business during the uncertain economic climate of late 2007 guided by our founders' belief that the need for a responsive, relationship-based bank with strong ties to the community is ever present and growing. Allegiance Bank Texas is focused on the guiding principles of co-founders Steve Retzloff and George Martinez who shared a common vision and mission to provide an extraordinary value and service to all constituents: the customer, the employee, the shareholders, the community, the industry and the regulators. Allegiance Bank Texas has steadily grown by focusing on building these relationships as our first priority. Although the focus of the bank is to serve the small to medium sized business community, our full service approach is also enjoyed by their employees, families and friends. |
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We are Architects of Packaging Solutions. We apply our expertise and our technology to deliver tailored, cost-saving solutions to every customer. Our packaging professionals work with customers to improve and facilitate the various aspects of packaging and distribution, including packaging design, creation, storage, delivery, and management. With over 60 distribution centers, 5 million square feet of warehouse space and over 1000 employees, we have the geographical presence to manage complex packaging needs on a national scale, as well as to oversee local packaging and distribution for regional clients. Our ability to deliver innovative services and enhanced packaging processes with a cost-savings to customers makes us an industry leader. Learn more at www.victorypackaging.com. |
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Cornerstone Mortgage Company possesses several distinguishing qualities that have given us a reputation of excellence in our industry. Whether you need our services to fund your home loan or are looking for a strong strategic partner to expand your business, Cornerstone Mortgage Company is a truly unique leader in the mortgage lending industry. |
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Silver Eagle Distributors, headquartered in Houston, Texas is the nation's largest distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, and one of the largest Grupo Modelo distributors in the nation. The company also distributes a broad selection of import brands, microbrews, craft beers and several non-alcohol beverages and waters. Under the leadership of majority owners Bobbie and John L. Nau III, and minority owners, Robert L. Boblitt Jr. and John Johnson, Silver Eagle employs more than 1,200 employees and serves close to 11,000 accounts throughout 16 counties in Texas. |
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Trio Electric (formerly Pollock Electric NASDQ: IESC) is a privately-held, full-service electrical contracting firm focusing on commercial, manufacturing, multi-family and industrial projects. The management team has several hundred years of combined experience in all aspects of construction including ground-up, renovation and tenant build-out projects. Trio Electric has in-house professional engineering that can design-build or design-assist as well as a 24-hour emergency service department that provides lighting and preventative maintenance services. |
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Trio Energy provides turn-key energy solutions by applying Energy IntelligenceTM. We will identify, design and install projects that will lower your operating expenses while benefiting the environment. Our services and solutions cover a broad range of project both ahead of and behind the utility meter such as lighting retrofits, window film installation, LEED feasibility and Energy Star audits, power quality analysis, infrared scanning and various other energy-savings projects that will reduce your utility bills and carbon footprint. |
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The Houston Business Journal is a 24/7 news source covering houston business news. Conceived in 1971, the Houston Business Journal is Houston’s premier business news information source. Weekly features include a special focus section and the immensely popular Top 25 Industry Lists, along with special publications, daily email updates, Houston BizBlogs, HBJ Morning Call and much more…Each issue as well as the website is designed to provide business intelligence to help keep track of Houston business by providing news and information that cannot be found anywhere else. It’s the ideal source that will keep you ahead of the competition and keep pace with what you need to know about the people that drive Houston’s economy. The Houston Business Journal is also a direct link to the business community. Hundreds of Houston’s top companies regularly advertise in both the print and online edition of the journal. Check us out online at http://www.houstonbusinessjournals.com. |
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Spearheading EVERY and any aspect of your publication - that's our specialty! From magazines and shopping guides, to glossy coffee table books. We're experienced publishers who don't scoff at tight deadlines or unusual concepts. Each project is held to the highest standard of quality while it's guided by our skilled team through every step in the publishing process. Whether your project is monthly, quarterly, annually, or simply a one-time project, consider New Leaf Publishing, your turn-key publishing expert. |
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Sullivan Group, the official meeting management company of The UP Experience, is a local and global Meeting Management and Event Marketing Firm, partnering with clients to deliver effective business solutions since 1989. Please visit www.sullivan-group.com to learn more. |
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Integrate Public Relations is an award-winning social media, public relations, and communications firm that stays true to traditional PR roots while embracing the limitless strategic possibilities available through direct communication with specific target audiences. With the right mix of communications backgrounds, and a unique, creative, thought process, IntegratePR helps clients around the country “integrate” public relations messaging strategy with social media, promotions, branding, design, events, and marketing through online and offline channels. Integrate Public Relations works with clients to develop organic, captivating, logical campaigns. They help businesses shake things up with innovative programs and business solutions, interesting communication tactics and inspired creative ideas. |
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Accendo International ignites achievement by transforming human capital into elite performers. We guide leaders toward flawless execution, engage teams to maximize their contributions to the organization and advance careers by giving traction to individual abilities. We're the essential link between simply knowing how to do something and getting it done — a catalyst that accelerates results, drives revenue, and aligns existing talents with strategic outcomes. And we do that not by changing the way you run your business — we do it by changing the way you view your potential. So with Accendo you're still you, only better. |
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TIRR Memorial Hermann is a 119-bed nonprofit rehabilitation hospital located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston. Founded in 1959, TIRR Memorial Hermann has been named one of the “America’s Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. TIRR Memorial Hermann provides rehabilitation services for individuals with spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, strokes, amputations and neuromuscular disorders. |
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THE FUTURE IS NOW - The Center for Houston’s Future brings business and community together to innovate for the future of the Houston area. We do this by planning strategically for the region, strengthening the base of diverse business and civic leadership, and informing people about – while engaging them in – the necessary ground-work for Houston’s global future. The overarching benefit to the community is that of an independent and respected source of information, a catalyst to connect and energize divergent groups, and an incubator of new ideas and initiatives to fuel big-picture, long-range thought and action. |
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The BusinessMakersTM is a weekly podcast / video-cast / web magazine that champions innovation and entrepreneurship by featuring interviews with “make it happen” entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs and domain expert service providers. The Show, along with archives of all prior episodes, can be viewed and heard at www.TheBusinessMakers.com. |
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Barbara McKnight, Founder and Executive Chef, was classically trained in Europe. She brings this experience plus a modern sensibility to Houston's upscale catering industry. Established in 2000, Culinaire provides a uniquely personalized, full-service catering experience. Whether it is an intimate dinner party for two or a larger, more complex event, Culinaire creates an event that is a true reflection of your taste. They will delight you and your guests with innovative menus, impeccable service, creative décor, and more. Their full-service approach along with their knowledgeable staff ensures your event is a complete success. |
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Vistage International is the world's leading chief executive organization. Vistage helps CEOs become better leaders, make better decisions, and achieve better results through a unique suite of services which includes monthly business accelerator meetings with peers, individual coaching, expert speaker workshops, a Web-based best practices library, and access to a worldwide network of more than 15,000 members. Vistage members grow revenues, on average, more than twice as fast after joining Vistage. |
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From the first bite, sweet memories of your Mom's cake, fresh from the oven, gently tug at your heart. At Nothing Bundt Cakes, two good friends have combined the warmth of nostalgia with a fresh, modern approach. Our luscious cakes are made with the finest, premium ingredients, including fresh eggs, real butter and cream cheese. Each bite slowly melts in your mouth, calling you back to a day when life was a little sweeter and time passed more slowly. Perfect for any occasion, our handcrafted recipes and inspired decorations celebrate special moments with a delightful charm and wit. And with a taste this yummy, we can almost guarantee your cake won't be around for long. So, 'Gather Round' and enjoy! |
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Blue Willow Bookshop is an independent bookstore in west Houston that has been serving the greater Houston community since 1996. We provide personalized service and author events throughout the community. Visit bluewillowbookshop.com. |
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At Distinctive Life Cremation + Funeral Services, we are singularly focused on meeting you where you are – geographically, financially and emotionally – and doing all we can to create a memorable life event worthy of your loved one. We’re much more than a traditional funeral home. We’re a cremation and funeral concierge service offering a better way to plan and create remembrance services that are as distinctive as your loved one. You don’t have to come to us to plan your loved one’s service. We’ll come to you wherever and whenever you need us. |
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Cut to Create is a full-service Houston, TX based film production company dedicated to creating high-quality media content, generating targeted, measurable results and making a positive impact. They are the one stop media shop for businesses or organizations. From web videos, commercials, corporate videos, podcasts, and special event coverage – we handle all your media needs. What makes them different? They pair high quality video content that resonates globally with a personal, local, Houston approach. Their talented teams of professionals collaborate with you on every step of the process, giving you an end product you can be proud of and stand behind.
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