J.J. Taylor Companies, Inc. was founded in 1958 by John J. "Joe" Taylor, originally a Knickerbocker Beer distributor servicing the greater Brockton area of Massachusetts. J.J. Taylor Companies distributes beer in Florida through its Ft. Myers and Tampa locations, as well as in Minnesota, where it owns the former East Side Beverage Company. Now named the J.J. Taylor Distributing Company of Minnesota, it serves the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. The company, which has some 10,800 retail customers, sells MillerCoors brands, in addition to a mix of imported and microbrewed beers.

Kalil Bottling has been all in the family since 1948. President George Kalil grew up learning the business from his father and grandfather. Today, Kalil oversees a company that serves Arizona and parts of Colorado, New Mexico, and west Texas, supplying retail customers with a variety of beverages. Among its offerings are thirst-quenchers such as AriZona teas, Arrowhead water, and Vernors ginger ale, along with more widely known brands, including Gatorade, Big Red, 7UP, Snapple, and Sunkist. The company operates out of its production facility in Tucson, Arizona, and operates four distribution warehouses -- one each in Tucson, Phoenix, and Flagstaff, Arizona, and El Paso, Texas.

BeautiControl has a firm grip on the business of aesthetics and enjoys calling Texas home, alongside direct-selling rival Mary Kay. A subsidiary of household products maker Tupperware Brands Corporation, BeautiControl sells its beauty care items to its 1.1 million independent sales consultants, who in turn sell to consumers in 23 markets worldwide. Consultants provide computer-assisted, head-to-toe makeup advice through in-home demos. Its products include skin and nail care, fragrances, cosmetics, toiletries, nutritional and weight-management food supplements, and in-home spa retreats. Tupperware purchased BeautiControl in 2000 in a bid to expand its direct-selling reach to beauty and personal care products.

W.J. Deutsch & Sons was founded in 1981 by Chairman, Bill Deutsch, to market quality wines produced by prestigious families from major wine regions of the world. The business that initially began with two employees importing a few family producers from France over two decades ago has grown to include a prestigious roster of internationally renowned, award-winning brands serviced by over 170 employees.The Deutschs are proud to acknowledge the enduring relationships with their suppliers, many of whom have been part of the family since the business began in the early 1980s, including from Australia: [yellow tail], [yellow tail] The Reserve, and [yellow tail] Sparkling, from New Zealand, The Crossings, from California: Kunde Estate, Esser Vineyards, Geyser Peak, Buena Vista Carneros, Gary Farrell, XYZin and Atlas Peak, from Washington: Covey Run, and Columbia Winery, from Idaho: Ste. Chapelle, from Spain: Cruz de Alba, Mar De Frades, Ramon Bilbao, and Volteo, from France: Andre Lurton, Georges Duboeuf, HobNob Vineyards, Vidal Fleury, Pierre Sparr, and Sauvion et Fils, from Italy: Barone Fini, Castello di Monastero, Coldisole, Poggio alle Sughere, Villa Pozzi and Villa Massa, and from Portugal, Quinta Do Vale Meao.

Since 1991, VIRA Manufacturing, Inc. has taken a worldwide leadership position in the conceptualization and installation of highly effective fixtures, custom displays, and themed environments. From brand shops to boutiques, VIRA breathes life into your vision - creating innovative vehicles for fulfilling your retail sales and marketing objectives, while reinforcing brand value.Under one roof, VIRA delivers the finest in custom design, engineering, and manufacturing, with an attention to detail you won't find anywhere else. Vira talented artisans, materials expertise, and extensive resources make for a powerful combination that delivers nearly limitless possibilities. When you're seeking just the merchandising space for your retail environment, let VIRA put Vira award-winning design and fabrication capabilities at your disposal.

Dormer Laboratories manufactures and markets dermatological products, such as Dormer 211 moisturizers and sunscreens, as well as X-Tar and Z-Plus shampoos, for over-the-counter sale in Canada. Its Cantharone brand is a wart remover; the company also acts as a distributor for Acuderm medical devices and supplies. Its products are distributed through general and chain drugstores (Shoppers Drug Mart, London Drugs) and specialized skin care shops. Its Dormer Cosmetics division develops and sells skin care and cosmetics exclusively through www.skincareforall.com.

Dr. Mehran Produits de Soins develops and sells skin care products, such as anti-aging and moisturizing cleansers, toners, creams, masks, and serums. Lines include Essential Support, T-3 Shampoo, LA FORCE, Dermoceane, Dermigel Rosacea, and others. The company has also developed a few nutritional supplements and cosmetics (lipsticks, eyeshadows, kohls, mascaras, among others) to round out the treatment. Products are distributed through a company Web site and through individual distributors around Canada.

The furniture company was founded in 1948 by brothers Russ and Edward Petrick, who named Bretford by combining their wives' maiden names (Brett and Crawford). Bretford makes and markets furniture for offices, schools and universities, the audio-visual market, healthcare, hospitality, government, and other contract markets. The modern look of its furniture conforms to the liquid workspace ideal that the company promotes, and its line of mobile chairs, tables, and partitions keep office spaces flexible. Bretford boasts more than 240 furniture models that are GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Certified by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute.

Davies Gate was founded by Ellen and Jack Davies in 1992. Davies Gate opens to a very fragrant garden. The personal care products manufacturer offers botanical bar soaps, bath and body products, skin care products, lotions, baby products, candles, and fragrances. Fragrance scents include rose, lavender, hyacinth, bergamot, sugar plum, citrus, and sea grass. Products are available through high-end retailers and through the company's Web site.

Executive Moshe Tsabag, a 'tween apparel veteran, founded Hot Kiss in 1996. In early 2008 Bluestar Alliance, which owns the Liz Lange business, bought a majority stake in Hot Kiss. Straddling the fidgety ground between 'tweens and millennials is ultra-trendy Hot Kiss. The young women's casual apparel maker distributes its garb through department and specialty stores (mostly located in shopping malls) across the US, including Nordstrom, Wet Seal, and Dillard's, as well as through two of its own showrooms (Los Angeles, New York City) and a Web site. The company distributes its apparel internationally, primarily in the Middle East and Asia.

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