Michael A. Berger

The Organic Trade Association is an organization that monitors and certifies every step of the organic chain in accordance with NOP guidelines. The association is based in Brattleboro, VT. Laura Batcha has been the CEO of the private company since 2014. The association's board of directors consists of fifteen people, each serving a term of three years. The USDA organic standards allow most natural substances in organic farming while prohibiting most synthetic substances.

Northwestern University is a private institution founded in 1851 to serve the Northwest Territory, an area that now includes the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota. Northwestern has three campuses

Segway, Inc. develops, manufactures, distributes, and markets self-balancing and zero-emissions light electric transportation devices. It also provides zero-emissions personal transporters for indoor, sidewalk, cross-terrain, and patrol use, and PT accessories, such as cargo, lighting, parking, infokey, mats, travel, batteries, and apparel and collectibles. The company was founded by Dean L. Kamen in 1999 and is headquartered in Bedford, NH.

Abbott Nutrition Manufacturing, Inc. manufactures, markets, and distributes adult and pediatric products. Its brand offerings include Similac for infant formulas, PediaSure to help kids grow, Pedialyte hydration for kids and adults, Ensure for active adults, ZonePerfect, EAS for elite athletes and fitness enthusiasts, and Glucerna for people with diabetes. The company was founded in 1903 and is headquartered in Columbus, OH.

China Ding Cheng Science Holdings Co. was incorporated under the laws of the State of Nevada on March 12, 2004. The Company is a development stage company, whose business plan is to seek, investigate, and, if warranted, acquire one or more properties or businesses, and to pursue other related activities intended to enhance shareholder value. The acquisition of a business opportunity may be made by purchase, merger, exchange of stock, or otherwise, and may encompass assets or a business entity, such as a corporation, joint venture, or partnership

Albert's Organics, Inc. sells fruits and vegetables. It also carries fresh organic beef, poultry, and pork along with dairy products including cheese, eggs, milk, and yogurt. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Bridgeport, NJ.

United Way of Southeast Louisiana provides disaster recovery and safety net services. The company was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in New Orleans, LA.

Organically Grown Co. wholesales and supplies organic fruits and vegetables. It also advocate for the development and implementation of organic farming. The firms products are distributed through the following means: chains, home delivery, restaurants and retail. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Eugene, OR.

Part of Focus Brands LLC, Jamba Juice Co. is a company that retails blended-to-order fruit smoothies and beverages. The company is based in Emeryville, CA.

Horizon Organic Dairy LLC manufactures and distributes milk products. Its products include Organic Milk with DHA Omega-3, Single Serve Milk, Lactose-Free Milk, Shelf-Stable, Shredded Cheese, Cheese Slices, Cheese Shapes, Heavy Whipping Cream, Deluxe Mac and Protein Mac. The firm distributes its dairy products through food retailers and supermarkets in the U.S. The company was founded by Mark A. Retzloff, Marcus B. Peperzak and Paul B. Repetto in 1991 and is headquartered in Boulder, CO.