FirstGroup America aims to be the first option. Its First Student unit and sister company FirstCanada provide school bus services under contracts with districts throughout the US and Canada. FirstGroup America's First Transit unit manages bus systems for transit agencies and private companies in the US and Puerto Rico, and First Services provides maintenance and asset management for vehicle fleet operators. The company's Greyhound unit is North America's leading intercity bus company. Overall FirstGroup America has a fleet of about 70,000 buses. The company is a subsidiary of FirstGroup plc, a leading UK bus and train operator.

Ebiquity (formerly Thomson Intermedia) provides media intelligence, consulting, research, and news evaluation services to clients in advertising, marketing, and public relations. The company performs consumer research and monitors media coverage across print, television, and the Internet. Rather than selling its services to media companies, as was traditionally done, Thomson ties advertising and media exposure to ad spending and primarily markets its services directly to corporations.

Brand Keys company thinks customer loyalty holds the keys to the consumer kingdom. Preaching the use of customer loyalty as a leading indicator of profitability, Brand Keys provides market research services focused on brand power and customer loyalty measurement. The company offers syndicated Customer Loyalty Index's in such sectors as airlines, banks, light beer, and bottled water as well as its Sports Loyalty Index, covering MLB, NFL, NBA, and NHL.

Securitas is the most locally-focused security company in the United States, with over 450 local branch managers and more than 100,000 security officers who provide unmatched security solutions to meet the specific needs of thousands of businesses. Securitas USA’s services include guarding services, patrols and inspections, access control, concierge and receptionist services, security console operators, alarm response, and specialized client requested services. In 1999, Securitas developed a platform in North America with Pinkerton’s, Inc., the company’s largest acquisition to date. During the next year, Securitas purchased several more U.S. security companies, and acquired Burns International in August 2000. In July 2003, the combined American acquisitions became Securitas Security Services USA, Inc., a leading security company that works with more than 80 percent of the Fortune 1000 companies and has annual revenues in excess of $2.5 billion. Today, Securitas has operations in over 30 countries worldwide.

Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Association, Inc. is working to prevent, treat, and hopefully cure Alzheimer's, a progressive brain disorder that destroys memory and the ability to learn, reason, and do other daily activities. Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Association, Inc. has more than 80 local chapters throughout the US and about 300 service programs including a 24-hour helpline, support groups, information libraries, public advocacy, an online community, and a registration program so wandering Alzheimer patients can be returned home safely. Alzheimer's Association also funds research and hosts national and international conferences for scientists and caregivers. Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Association, Inc. annual fund raiser is the Memory Walk.

The Warranty Group is the world’s premier provider of extended warranty programs and related benefits for the auto, home, consumer goods and travel industries. With 45 years experience and 2000 employees in 33 countries, we provide a wide range of underwriting, administration and marketing services to manufacturers, distributors and retailers with innovative solutions and global market intelligence. As a key component of our value proposition, The Warranty Group owns the underlying insurance entity, providing financial stability and business continuity as well as customer confidence. In addition, with ownership of the world’s largest database on a broad range of goods, we deliver realistic and competitive pricing models that drive higher uptake and enhance customer loyalty.

The UCLA Foundation is the giving, receiving and investing arm of the University. It allows private donors to help build, sustain and advance one of the world’s finest academic and research institutions. While there was a time when state funds covered almost every dollar UCLA needed to operate, today less than 13% of the University’s total budget is paid for through the state’s general fund. Private philanthropy provides the margin of excellence that makes UCLA stand out – and stand above the rest.

GE Security seems the logical choice to protect your home from burglars or fire. The company provides security systems for residential and commercial use, including intrusion and fire protection systems. GE Security also distributes products for access and building control, video surveillance, explosive and drug detection, key management, and structured wiring. In addition to targeting residential and consumer clients, the company provides services for commercial markets, and the government and military. GE Security has operations in more than 30 countries. United Technologies Corporation (UTC), a diversified provider of technology and services to building systems and aerospace markets, owns GE Security.

Metaphase makes you feel good, or rather Metaphase makes the things you feel, feel comfortable. Metaphase provides research and product design services for consumer goods and medical device makers, specializing in the design of handheld products. Metaphase Design Group, Inc. does quantitative and qualitative research on consumer behavior and trends, and it employs ergonomic principals in its work. Metaphase Design Group, Inc. designs its products to look great, perform flawlessly, and fit perfectly. Metaphase has designed Gatorade bottles, computer mice for Microsoft, and a lancing device for Bayer. The company was founded in 1991 by CEO Bryce Rutter.

For those who are told that their face has lots of character or that they're not very photogenic, they may have already excluded modeling from their list of career choices. But talent agency and booker Ugly Enterprises offers hope to those who got whacked with the ugly stick. The agency, founded in London more than 30 years ago, signs on average-looking men and women who wouldn't normally be picked up by casting agents. They also enlist people with character, such as those who have broken noses, bug eyes, and extensive piercings. Sister agency Rage represents more conventionally attractive models for jobs in the television and fashion industries.

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