In 1948, Herbert and Frances (Lengfeld) Meyer, the founders of Meyer Motels, Ltd. (now known as Meyer Crest, Ltd.), purchased their first motel in Red Bluff, California. Since then, the Meyer family has owned and operated as many as 45 hotels in three Western states. Herb, a transplanted New Yorker, was a highly self-motivated man with strong aspirations. The motel business provided him with outlets for his creative energy and aspirations. Fran provided support and guidance, contributing her ideas and maintaining the accounting for the family business while also raising their four children. Throughout their younger years, all the children were involved in the family business in varying degrees.

Banyan Tree Holdings Limited is a manager and developer of resorts, hotels, and spas worldwide. As of December 31, 2008, the company managed and/or had ownership interests in 25 resorts and hotels, 68 spas, 65 retail galleries, and 2 golf courses. Segments The company’s segments include Hotel Investments, Hotel Management, Hotel Residences, Spa Operations, Property Sales, and Gallery Operations. Hotel Investment: The company owns and manages luxury hotels under its own brands, as well as hotels that are managed by other operators. Hotel Management: The company manages properties under the Banyan Tree and Angsana brands for other owners as well. Hotel Residences: Properties are primarily sold under the brand name Banyan Tree Residences, which is part of the company’s hotel operations. Spa Operations: The company manages spas within its own resorts and also resorts owned by other hotel/resort operators. It also manages the tropical garden spa concept. Property Sales: Properties are sold by the company’s subsidiary company Laguna Resorts & Hotels and its subsidiaries.

Table Trac markets information management systems designed to help casino operators monitor their gaming operations. Its Table Trac system records and analyzes win-loss percentages, dealer performance, and cash movements. It also makes self-service kiosks for customer service and administering players club promotional programs. The company's customers are located mostly in the US; it also sells to markets in Central and South America. Chairman and CEO Chad Hoehne owns nearly 30% of Table Trac.

REEL Hospitality operates three casual-dining restaurants in Vermont and Connecticut. Its dining operations include the bistro-flavored Sweetwaters and the Italian-themed Tuscan Kitchen, both in Burlington, Vermont. REEL Hospitality also operates the Dakota Steakhouse in Rocky Hill, Connecticut. The company was founded by Tony Perry as Perry Restaurant Group in 1963. Perry sold the business to a management group led by president David Melincoff in 1999.

Simworx Ltd. creates simulation systems for entertainment, educational, and promotion purposes. Its products include capsule simulators, motion theatres, and 3D/4D effects theatres which have seats that move in sync with the action on screen, as well as spray audiences with water, smoke, and bubbles. Simworx systems are used at venues such as theme parks, zoos, museums, and schools. Simworx Ltd. also has library of live action and computer-animated content in 2D and 3D.

The Dallas Stars professional hockey team represents the Big D in the National Hockey League, boasting one Stanley Cup championship in 1999. Dallas joined the ranks of the NHL in 1993 when then-owner Norm Green moved the team formerly known as the North Stars from Minnesota. Texas billionaire Tom Hicks has owned the Stars since 1995 and operates the team through his Hicks Sports Group (which also owns the Texas Rangers baseball team). Hicks is also a partner with Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban in Center Operating Company, which owns and operates Dallas' American Airlines Center.

If you're so hungry you could eat a horse, ride into the Golden Corral. The company operates and franchises more than 480 steak buffet restaurants in 40 states, primarily in the Southeast. The family dining locations serve a variety of steak, chicken, and pork entrees along with an expansive buffet offering both hot and cold food items. Golden Corral units also feature a Brass Bell Bakery serving freshly baked breads, rolls, cookies, and brownies, as well as a Dessert Cafe. Most of the steak buffet eateries are operated by franchisees. Chairman James Maynard, who controls Golden Corral through his holding company, Investors Management Corp., founded the chain with partner Bill Carl in 1973.

You might say these sweet treats are wholly delicious. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts operates a leading chain of doughnut outlets with about 580 locations throughout the US and in about 20 other countries. The shops are popular for their glazed doughnuts that are served fresh and hot out of the fryer. In addition to its original glazed variety, Krispy Kreme serves cake and filled doughnuts, crullers, and fritters, as well as hot coffee and other beverages. The chain includes about 270 doughnut shops and some 315 kiosks and satellite locations. The company owns and operates 80 locations and franchises the rest. Krispy Kreme also markets its doughnuts through grocery stores and supermarkets.

Welcome to SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, a unique collection of 10 parks where connections are made, wonder is celebrated and fun comes in all shapes and sizes. SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment provide authentic, inspiring “real world” experiences with up-close exotic animal encounters, the best roller coasters and thrill rides and the most innovative and exciting shows and attractions. SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment care for an animal collection that's among the largest in the world. Since 1965, we've rescued more than 17,000 stranded, sick or injured animals including endangered and threatened species. SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment conservation work and zoological expertise extends to every corner of the globe.

At Chipotle, we aim to do a few things but do them exceptionally well. When Chipotle first opened its doors in 1993, the goal was simple: to serve high quality, delicious food quickly with an experience that not only exceeded, but redefined the fast food experience.To that end, we focus on sourcing the best possible ingredients, serving the tastiest food, and growing the most capable team we can. As a fast-growing company, we’re always looking for new people to join our team. Food with Integrity guides our business, including the way we treat our employees. We provide real opportunity for advancement and a fun, exciting work environment.

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