James T. Hoover

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.

Avatar Technology, Inc. engages in provision of web-based software solutions. It offers contract manufacturing services and also offers a full complement of key computer components and an array of the latest full product solutions. The company was founded on March 29, 1999 and is headquartered in City of Industry, CA.

IDM Group operates as a holding company with interest in supplying drilling rigs and integrated drilling systems. It consists of two main operations - IDM Equipment Ltd and IDM International with manufacturing facilities in Houston and Ukraine respectively. The company is headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus.

Mulligan Ventures, Inc. develops software for hosting and security. It provides hardware, software, offsite storage, and security solutions to companies everywhere. UpLink was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

KBI Biopharma, Inc. provides drug development and contract manufacturing services. It helps client partners accelerate and optimize drug development and manufacturing programs by offering an extensive suite of expert development and manufacturing services. The firm offers services to global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, and academic and non-profit organizations. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.