Bill Tait

Silvon Software, Inc. develops and provides business intelligence applications for mid-market manufacturers and wholesalers. Its Stratum software suite includes applications for analyzing large volumes of data related to customer relationship management, inventory performance, marketing performance, manufacturing performance, profitability, sales performance and supplier relationship management. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in Westmont, IL.

Mercantec, Inc. provides e-commerce solutions and services to small and medium-sized businesses worldwide. Established in 1995, they are one of the original Internet companies. Their experience dates back to developing many of the earliest web storefronts and launching SoftCart, the first commercial Internet shopping cart system. Mercantec is a privately-held corporation based in Naperville, Illinois with adminstrative and sales offices located in Wisconsin.