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Biogen MA, Inc. is a biotechnology company principally engaged in discovering and developing drugs for human healthcare through genetic engineering. The company’s research and development activities used to focus on novel products for multiple sclerosis, inflammatory, respiratory, kidney and cardiovascular diseases, developmental biology and gene therapy. The company was founded by Daniel D. Adams in 1976 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

Thomas H. Lee Partners LP (Thomas H Lee Partners) is a private equity subsidiary of Thomas H. Lee Advisors LLC founded in 1974. The firm is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Bayer Corp. manufactures and markets pharmaceutical, healthcare, nutrition and materials products. The firm offers consumer care, diagnostics, diabetes and animal health products. It also provides material science products, which include coating, adhesive and sealant raw materials polycarbonates polyurethanes and thermoplastic polyurethane elastomers. The company was founded in 1973 and is based in Whippany, NJ.

Expressive Constructs, Inc. researches and develops antibody detection technologies. The company's products include diagnostic sensor for urinary tract infections and wound care systems that provide warning of emergent infections and promote healing. It was founded by Mitch Sanders in 1998 and is headquartered in Worcester, MA.

Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc. manufactures health and skin care products. It offers wide variety of lotion, moisturizing cream, baby wash, shampoo and conditioner, baby powder and bath, hand and face wipes, soap, baby oil and cologne. The company was founded on March 8, 2016 and is headquartered in Skillman, NJ.

Cutanea Life Sciences, Inc. Develops and commercialises innovative dermatology related products. The company was founded in May 2005 and is headquartered in Wayne, PA.

Ren Pharmaceuticals was formed in the fall of 2006 with the aim of bringing together talented and experienced people who are passionate about building a cardio-renal/renal- focused drug development company. Ren Pharmaceuticals closed a Series A financing in November 2006 with Sanderling Ventures, Venrock Associates and Amgen Ventures as investors. The company's R&D is currently located in South San Francisco, California.

BeCaid LLC is a scientifically-based cognitive cross training program shown to increase test scores. It designed by neuroscientists from Yale University, the program integrates web-based computer games and physical exercise, and strengthens core cognitive capacities such as attention, memory, and focus. . The company was founded by Bruce E. Wexlerin 2011 and is headquartered in New Haven, CT.

Prospect Hill Growth Partners LP (Prospect Hill Growth Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 1995 by John Winston Childs and Adam L. Suttin. The firm is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.

Northwestern University is a private institution founded in 1851 to serve the Northwest Territory, an area that now includes the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota. Northwestern has three campuses

Digi-Key Corp. distributes electronic components. It also distributes semiconductors, discrete, electromechanical parts. Its products include audio products, batteries, cable assemblies, capacitors, computer & video accessories, connectors, crystals & oscillators, discrete semiconductor products and many more. The company was founded by Ronald A. Stordahl in 1972 and is headquartered in Thief River Falls, MN.

China National Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. engages in the distribution, retail, scientific research and manufacture of healthcare products. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.

BioNJ, Inc. is based in Trenton, NJ. BioNJ, Inc. is a life sciences trade association with nearly 400 member companies. The company supports the discovery, development, and commercialization of therapies and cures that save and improve lives. BioNJ drives capital formation, fosters entrepreneurship, advocates for medical innovation, provides access to talent and education, and offers critical commercial resources. The company also serves as a clearinghouse for funding information and opportunities. The company was founded in 1994 by James J. Marino, Jayne C. Gershkowitz, Abraham Abuchowski. The CEO is Debbie Hart.

China National Agriculture Development Group Corp. is a comprehensive service provider of the modern agricultural industry chain and a supplier of safe and high-quality agricultural products. The company is based in Beijing, China. The Chinese company is ultimately controlled by the Government of China. The company has several subsidiaries, including Zhong Seed Industry Group Co., Ltd., Zichai Power Co., Ltd., and Shengli Biological Engineering Co., Ltd., among others. The company was founded in 1985, and the CEO is Di Fei Yu.

Leeward Ventures Management SA is an Independent Private Equity firm founded in 2005. The firm is headquartered in Luxembourg.

Guberna vzw is an organization that aims to promote good governance in all types of organizations. The private company is based in Brussels, Belgium. The Belgian company believes that good governance leads to better organizations, which in turn contribute to a better world. To achieve this mission, Guberna focuses on three strategic pillars\: knowledge development, lifelong learning, and networking. Good governance involves boards, control, accountability, supervision, and control, and is a means to realize the organizational strategy.

Roxette Photo NV is an investment holding Belgian company founded in 1989. The private company is based in Luxemburg, Belgium.

Daddy Kate provides logistics services. The private company is based in Sint-Pieters-Leeuw, Belgium.

Part of Vlerick Leuven Gent Management School, Vlerick Research NV provides research and development services. The company is based in Ghent, Belgium. The Belgian company was founded in 2001. Patrick de Greve has been the CEO of the company since 2008.

SPECTOR Verwaltungsgesellschaft mbH is a German company that provides photography services. The private company is based in Rheinfelden, Germany. The CEO is Stef de Corte. The company was founded in 1969.

Legacy Healthcare (Switzerland) SA is a biopharmaceutical company based in Switzerland. The Swiss company was founded by Saad Harti and he has been the CEO since incorporation.

Alto Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Develops and commercialize products for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and improving quality of life. The firm’s area of interest includes dermatology and skin care, as well as post surgical support. The company was founded by Joan Chypyha in 2008 and is headquartered in Oakridges, Canada.