Fédération Internationale de L'Automobile (FIA) is the governing body for Formula One (F1) grand prix auto racing, an international open-wheeled racing circuit with more than 15 events around the world. The organization also governs a world rally race, touring car competition, and other racing events. In addition to promoting auto racing, FIA represents about 220 motoring organizations in 130 countries and promotes the interests of motorists in international policy bodies such as the EU and UN. The not-for-profit association was founded in 1904.

The innocuous name belies the provocative nature of Galardi South Enterprises. Galardi South Enterprises, Inc. operates a small chain nightclubs featuring live adult entertainment in Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina. Operating under such names as Crazy Horse, Gold Rush, and Pink Pony, the clubs offer special shows with adult entertainment stars, female wrestling, and exotic dancing contests. President and owner Jack Galardi entered the nightclub business in the 1970s and formed Galardi South in 1996.

PizzaExpress hopes its menu items will put your taste buds on the fast track to Rome. The company operates about 350 upscale-casual restaurants that specialize in authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas. Patrons can choose from almost two dozen kinds of thin-crust pies, as well as salads and a selection of antipasti (appetizers). In addition to its locations in the UK and Ireland (which operate under the Milano name), PizzaExpress has some franchised outposts in a few other countries. The company is a subsidiary of Gondola Group, which also owns ASK Restaurants. Peter Boizot opened the first PizzaExpress in 1965.

If it has anything to do with flavor, it has everything to do with Bahama Buck’s. From irresistibly delicious Sno creations to extremely satisfying Island Smoothies - nobody serves up the ultimate tropical indulgence like Bahama Buck’s. We consider flavor to be an art form and infuse it into every aspect of our business. Bahama Buck’s island indulgences are just one component of the total Bahama Buck’s experience. Bahama Buck’s adds a new dimension to frozen desserts by offering a unique tropical sensory experience; our shops are island inspired, comfortable and uplifting destinations where people can create their perfect all-day dessert, relax and connect with friends. Bahama Buck’s offers the perfect island escape for today’s active consumers who want a “taste of paradise” without the long weekend.

MGM brings a touch of Monaco to the Las Vegas Strip. A property of the world's second largest gaming company, MGM Resorts International, the Monte Carlo Resort & Casino in Las Vegas has more than 3,000 hotel rooms and suites, a 100,000 sq. ft. casino with 1,500 slots and 60 table games, about eight restaurants, convention facilities, nightclubs, and wedding chapels. Monte Carlo is aimed at attracting middle- to upper-middle-income wagerers, while its is an exclusive boutique HOTEL32 is located on the top (32nd) floor. Monte Carlo Resort & Casino opened in 1996.

The Kansas City Royals Baseball Corporation owns and operates the Kansas City Royals professional baseball franchise. An expansion team originally bankrolled by Ewing Kauffman, the Royals joined Major League Baseball in 1969 and finished first in its division six times in 15 years with the help of Hall of Fame third baseman George Brett. The franchise boasts two American League pennants and one World Series championship in 1985. The team plays host at Kansas City's Kauffman Stadium. David Glass, who formerly served as CEO of Wal-Mart, has owned the Royals since 2000.

The Mirage Casino-Hotel imagines itself an oasis in the desert of Las Vegas. Part of the MGM Resorts International (formerly MGM MIRAGE) family of about a half dozen Vegas resorts, The Mirage offers guests more than 3,000 rooms and 100,000 square feet of gambling space along with a spa, over a dozen restaurants, shops, and a handful of attractions including the famed Siegfried and Roy's Secret Garden and the Kim V Salon. The $630 million Mirage Casino-Hotel had its grand opening in 1989. Parent MGM Resorts is controlled by founder Kirk Kerkorian.

Zyng International brings pan-Asian cooking right to your table -- almost. The company operates about a dozen US and Canadian Zyng Asian Grill restaurants that center around a teppanyaki grill where diners can watch as their dishes are being prepared. The menu features a variety of noodle dishes and soups, as well as several specialty meals such as Pad Thai. Patrons can also create their own dishes by choosing a combination of noodles, sauces, vegetables, and other ingredients. Founder Arnold Shostak opened the first Zyng Asian Grill (under the name Zyng Noodlery) in Montreal in 1998.

Auntie Anne's is a leading franchisor of snack outlets, with about 1,000 pretzel stores located in some 45 states and 20 other countries. The stores offer a variety of pretzel flavors, including original, cinnamon sugar, garlic, almond, and sesame, as well as the popular pretzel-wrapped hot dog. They are primarily found in high-traffic areas, such as malls, airports, train stations, and stadiums. Anne Beiler started the company in 1988 to help fund a faith-based family assistance foundation. Sam Beiler, a cousin, bought the company in 2005.

Orbitz Worldwide (NYSE: OWW) is a leading global online travel company that uses innovative technology to enable leisure and business travelers to research, plan and book a broad range of travel products. Orbitz Worldwide owns a strong global portfolio of consumer travel brands that includes Orbitz, CheapTickets, ebookers, HotelClub, RatesToGo, the Away Network, Asia hotels, and corporate travel brand Orbitz for Business.

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