Pete Shagory

Accuri Cytometers, Inc. develops and manufactures personal flow cytometers for researchers. It operates as a life sciences company which develops and markets high performance cell analysis systems designed to bring the power of flow cytometry into life science and biomedical laboratories. The firm offers C6 Flow Cytometer, a bench-top cell and bead analysis system used in various applications, such as immunophenotyping, bacteria analysis, cell cycle analysis, proliferation assays, apoptosis, DNA analysis, target multiplexing, gene expression, lineage analysis, viability, absolute cell counts, intracellular cytokines, membrane potential, yeast and algae analysis, and phagocytosis. The company was founded by Jennifer A. Baird and Collin A. Rich in 2004 and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, MI.

Founded in 1987, BioForward is a member-driven state association and venture capital investor located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm serves as the voice of Wisconsin's bioscience industry. They advocate on their members behalf to create investment and partnership opportunities, attract and retain the best people and support public policy that fosters their continued growth. BioForward also provides member-support services including networking opportunities through a variety of conferences and events, online resources and group purchasing programs. Their members include bioscience companies, universities, non-profit organizations, service providers, as well as state, regional and local government representatives. BioForward was previously known as the Wisconsin Biotechnology & Medical Device Association.

Molecular Imaging, Inc. provides research services supported by extensive in vivo imaging capabilities. Its services include oncology pharmacology, immuno-oncology, imaging, radiation, and in vivo biodistribution. The company was founded by Wilbur R. Leopold, John Fleming, and Patrick McConville in 2003 and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, MI.

Core Essence Orthopaedics, Inc. develops and manufactures minimally invasive soft tissue and arthroscopic musculoskeletal surgical solutions. It offers knotless suture fixation systems, compression devices, suture anchor systems, and synchronized endoscopic guide systems for feet/ankles. The company was founded by Alan B. Miller, Shawn T. Huxel and Jeffrey B. Miller in 2007 and is headquartered in Fort Yardley, PA.