Theo Fennell calls its wares the "unstuffy alternative" to jewelry -- others have called it simply quirky (and expensive). It offers the designs and jewelry of its namesake founder at prestigious locations (such as its flagship Fulham Road store and at Harrods and Bergdorf Goodman). The firm also designs and fabricates watches, silver gifts, and tableware, as well as corporate trophies and awards. Products are pricey: A typical limited-edition watch costs more than $50,000. Customers have included celebrities such as Liz Hurley and Victoria Beckham. The company has been concentrating on expanding its distribution.

President and CEO Jan Marini founded her namesake company in 1994. Jan Marini Skin Research (JMSR) is a personal care products maker that specializes in skin care items, such as the C-ESTA with anti-aging properties, Age Intervention, and Bioglycolic, among others. JMSR makes products to tackle common skin care woes, such as acne and rosacea. It also markets a line of professional and clinical products under the JMSR Skin Care Management System name that is available only by prescription. JMSR products are sold through distributors in more than 80 countries worldwide and directly to physicians and licensed skin care professionals.

Hospital Specialty Company was founded in 1919. Hospital Specialty Company that steps in to make them a little more comfortable. The manufacturer makes and supplies its products to the retail, institutional, healthcare, and commercial markets. The company makes hygiene products, diapers and adult incontinence products, odor-control sprays, soaps, nursing pads, wash cloths and wipes, sanitary napkin dispensers, and other items. A subsidiary of The Tranzonic Companies, Hospital Specialty Company boasts a vast products portfolio that includes brand names Global Clean and Gentle Persistence skin care products, Health Gard first aid kits, and Precious baby products.

Lotto Sport Italia S.p.A. company was established in 1973 to produce tennis shoes and other sporty footwear for the Italian market. Still known best for its sneakers, the company has expanded into athletic wear and leisure wear for men, women, and children, as well as licensed lines that include eyewear, stationery, and underwear. Lotto Sports's products are available in about 80 countries. Lotto sponsors a number of professional sports players and teams, and has partnerships with the ATP, the WTA Tour, and Wimbledon. As part of a joint venture with US-based consulting and investment firm DCS Group, Lotto established Lotto North America, an outpost in the US.

SOS Management has taken a bum rap and turned it into a real superstar. The company acquires slumping clothing labels and licenses the names to other companies. Its popular B.U.M. Equipment name is loaned to clothing, footwear, and accessories manufacturers who sell products through retail shops and department stores in the US and abroad. Wal-Mart licenses the brand in multiple overseas markets and owns the name exclusively in Canada. B.U.M. Equipment was once named one of the top 100 most recognizable brands by industry source Women's Wear Daily. SOS also manages the licenses for American Exchange, Gene Meyer, and Mark Montano. Co-chairmen Stephen Wayne and Steve Marra own SOS Management.

The family-owned and -operated company was founded in 1956 by Victor and Madeline Tarica. Jimlar Corporation's boots are made for walkin'. It manufactures work boots, classic styles, and western boots. A pioneer importer of footwear in the US, the company makes footwear under its namesake and Frye brands, as well as licensed products under the RJ Colt, and Coach names. It sold its licensing rights to the American Eagle brand in 2006. It remains an international company and boasts offices in Brazil, China, Hong Kong, Italy, Mexico, South Korea, and Taiwan. Jimlar also serves customers in Africa, Europe, and South America.

HMU was founded by Dean Williams in 2001. HMU, LLC company makes remanufactured office work stations, focusing on the higher-end Herman Miller brand. It buys the cubicles from businesses, ships them to its facility, where the cubicles are dismantled and rebuilt. HMU's customers include colleges, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies. The company acquired Open Plan Systems, a remanufacturer of Herman Miller products, from The Supply Room Companies in 2008.

CloneCubicles.com was founded 1985 in Dallas, Texas as an office furniture moving and installation business, specializing in the office cubicle market. In 1986 CloneCubicles began refurbishing and liquidating CloneCubicles customers surplus office cubicles. In 1987 CloneCubicles expanded CloneCubicles services nationwide. CloneCubicles sells "clones" of cubicle systems and components made by major manufacturers the likes of Herman Miller. It also makes OEM-compatible add-on parts. CloneCubicles.com's products include chairs, filing cabinets, and privacy panels. As part of its business, the company also leases furniture and offers services such as site selection, design, space planning, and installation. Its customers have included Boeing, Embassy Suites, and the US Army. CloneCubicles.com is a division of Executive Interiors.

Fragrance Manufacturing Inc. was founded in 1992 by president Kevin Rhodes, a 10-year Procter & Gamble veteran. FMI is a contract manufacturer for the household and personal-care products industries, as well as for companies that sell fragrances. The 10-year-old company specializes in catering to those who need short-run production. As part of its menu of services, FMI offers new product development, compounding, filling, and logistics.

Sellstrom Manufacturing Co. was founded in 1923 by G.E. Sellstrom and his wife, Ellen, as Excell Sales Company. Sellstrom Manufacturing company provides protective wear and related products to do-it-yourselfers, as well as corporations, schools, and hospitals. Sellstrom's product line includes eye, face, knee, and head protection (goggles, face shields, knee pads, and hard hats), welding protection (filters and helmets), fall protection (harnesses, lanyards, and lifeline systems) and emergency eye washers and showers.

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