Alain Charlois

Structural Dynamics Research Corp. supplies mechanical design automation software and computer consulting services. The firm offers solutions for mechanical design automation and production management. The company was founded by Jason R. Lemon, Albert Peter, Robert Farell and Jim Sherlock in 1967 and is headquartered in Milford, OH.

HEF Groupe provides surface engineering services. It offers bushings and joints, vacuum deposition, thermochemistry nit riding, and salt bath heat treatment. The company was founded by Jean Jacques Caubet in 1953 and is headquartered in Andrezieux-Boutheon, France.

ZF Automotive US, Inc. supplies automotive systems, modules and components to automotive original equipment manufacturers and related aftermarkets. Its products include integrated vehicle control and driver assist, braking, steering, suspension, occupant safety systems, electronics, engine components, fastening systems and aftermarket replacement parts and services. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in East Lansing, MI.

Fallbrook Technologies, Inc. develops and manufactures transmission systems. Its NuVinci technology is redefining the cycling experience and attracting new riders with its smooth, continuously variable NuVinci N360 drive train and new auto-shifting NuVinci Harmony system for pedal and pedal-assist bicycles. The company was founded by Donald C. Miller in 2000 and is headquartered in Cedar Park, TX.