"At no cost to you, I'd like to vacuum and shampoo your carpet." Representatives of The Kirby Company have been using that line since the first Kirby vacuum, the Model C, was manufactured in 1935. (Its predecessor, the non-electric Vacuette, was developed by Jim Kirby in 1914.) New Kirby machines have always been sold exclusively door-to-door; the upscale vacuums cost about $1,800 and come with a lifetime warranty. Kirby items are sold through independent dealers and distributors in the US and 70 other countries. The company, named for Jim Kirby, who designed his first vacuum cleaner in 1906, also sells a line of cleaning products. Kirby is part of Scott Fetzer Company, which operates more than 20 businesses.

Pressman Toy Corporation company specializes in licensed games and puzzles based on movies, such as Spider-Man and Spider-Man 2, and television game shows like Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy, Double Dare, and Who Wants To Be a Millionaire. Jack Pressman founded the company in 1922. Its first smash hit was Chinese Checkers (1928), a game that is still featured in the company's products lineup. President and CEO Jim Pressman, son of the founder, was appointed president of Pressman Toy in 1977.

German cars are known for their engineering excellence, and the high-style appliances made by Miele are no different. Miele is the US arm of Miele & Cie. KG, which has been run by the Miele family (now in its fourth generation) since it was founded in 1899. Miele USA was established in 1984 and operates showrooms in about a dozen states, but Miele's products are sold nationwide through specialty retailers. Miele makes vacuum cleaners, dishwashers, coffee makers, ovens, cooktops, ventilation hoods, washers, dryers, and professional-grade appliances. Its products are also sold in 36 other countries. Miele plans to start selling refrigeration and wine storage units by 2009.

BJI, Inc. is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of quality home furnishings and contract furnishings, selling a full range of products. BJI offers innovative designs, superior quality, efficient production methods and a strong portfolio of recognized brands including Brown Jordan, Winston, Casual Living, Charter, Lodging by Liberty, Wabash and Winston Contract. BJI products include indoor and outdoor chairs, tables, sofas, and love seats for home and commercial use. BJI serves consumers through a network sales representatives, specialty dealers, company showrooms and mass merchandisers and provides products to institutions in multiple markets including hospitality, government and multi-family housing.

HoMedics established its reputation initially as the leading manufacturer of back and body massagers. Today, HoMedics manufacture and market the most complete line of personal health, wellness and relaxation products sold in America.HoMedics product line now spans a wide range of categories including: massagers, footbaths, diagnostic healthcare products, weight management products, sensory and relaxation products, sleep solutions, and home environment products. The central theme for them is always the consumer and improving their lives affordably.

Samson began 26 years ago as an audio technology company designing wireless microphone systems. Today, we are an industry leader with three distinct brands: Samson, Hartke and Zoom. Over 350 products designed and distributed by Samson are sold in 106 countries throughout the world.Over more than two decades, Samson has grown from a small two-person operation, to a multinational enterprise with over 100 employees and a 126,000 square feet corporate and distribution headquarters. With products like our USB microphones, the H4 Handy Recorder, and a nearly exhaustive variety of products and accessories for audio, Samson expects its phenomenal growth to continue for the next 25 years and beyond.

The company serves as the wholesale and distribution arm to countries outside of Japan. It also works with its parent's Ibanez and Tama units to design prototypes and custom musical instruments. Ibanez products include guitars, basses, and electronics. Tama-branded items include drums and related gear (pedals, stands, racks). Originally named Elger when it was acquired in 1971, the company changed its name to Hoshino (U.S.A.) in 1980.

Founded by the Khaledi family in 1977, the HK Group began as a foreign exchange and electronic sales operation based in Laredo, Texas. Today, H.K. Global Trading, Ltd is a successful limited partnership run by brothers Ross and Shahram Khaledi. Their business ventures along the U.S./Mexican border include: electronics manufacturing and distribution; duty-free stores and supplies; freight forwarding, in bond, transportation, foreign exchange stores, general construction and aviation support.In addition, after globally distributing major electronic brands such as JVC, Sharp, Panasonic, AIWA and Toshiba for many years, in 1999 the company developed their own brand called "Gotech". Already, Gotech has established itself as a highly reliable name in the consumer electronics industry.

Haier Group is China's ambassador to appliance stores worldwide. Once named Qingdao Refrigerator Plant, the company climbed from the verge of bankruptcy to establish itself as a world-renowned brand. China's largest appliance company manufactures refrigerators and freezers, air conditioners, dishwashers, microwaves, televisions, vacuums, mobile phones, computers, and more under more than 90 product categories. Haier Group exports its goods and sells them in more than 160 countries and regions in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. Since pulling itself up by its bootstraps, Haier has been busy making purchases and inking joint ventures to branch out into other markets.

Sun Mountain Sports makes and markets golfing bags, rental cars, and push carts, along with an assortment of men's and women's golf outerwear and accessories. The company peddles the Eclipse brand of outerwear, as well as 15 other names. Through its embroidery division, the manufacturer offers items, such as golf clubs, company bags, and outerwear, that are embroidered with a particular logo. Sun Mountain Sports has partnered with about 600 college and high-school coaches to provide gear for teams. The firm's products are sold through sporting goods and specialty golf retailers nationwide.

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