Orlando M. B. de Ponti

Intrexon ActoBiotics NV manufactures biopharmaceutical products. It focuses on the development and commercialization of a new generation of biological drugs. The company represents a novel concept for oral administration of therapeutic proteins, and is designed to be safer and more effective than injectable biopharmaceuticals. Intrexon Actobioticswas founded by Mark Vaeck, Emil Pot and Bernard Coulie in June 2006 and is headquartered in Zwijnaarde, Belgium.

CropDesign NV develops traits for cereal crops. It delivers agronomic traits for the global commercial seed markets. The firm focuses on enhancing grain yield in crops such as corn and rice, and increasing biomass of energy crops. Its platform, TraitMill, lows evaluating the effect of genes on the performance of plants under different growing conditions, including drought and low nutrient stress. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Zwijnaarde, Blgium.

Part of Bayer AG, Plant Genetic Systems International is a Dutch company that provides biological products. The company was founded by Daniel D. Adams.

INCOTEC Group Bv is a holding company that provides seed coating, pelleting, and enhancement products and services for genetic analysis and quality inspection. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Enkhuizen, Netherlands.

VoloAgri Group, Inc. offers plant breeding and plant genetics services. The company was founded by Anthony D. Padgett in 2012 and is headquartered in South San Francisco, CA.

DuPont Pioneer develops, markets and sells hybrid seeds. It provides argonomic support and services to farmers and strives to develop sustainable agricultural systems. The company was founded in 1926 and is headquartered in Johnston, IA.

Biotechnology Innovation Organization is the world's biotechnology organization, providing advocacy, business development and communications services for more than 1,200 members worldwide. BIO members are involved in the research and development of innovative healthcare, agricultural, industrial and environmental biotechnology technologies. Corporate members range from entrepreneurial companies developing a first product to Fortune 100 multinationals. also represent state and regional biotech associations, service providers to the industry and academic centers.

Van Herk Groep BV provides investment services to the real estate, energy, and life science sectors. The company was founded by Aat van Herk and is headquartered in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

Madeli Participaties BV provides accounting services. The company is headquartered in Bergschenhoek, the Netherlands.

Vilmorin-Mikado SA is a French company that is a major player in the carrot, lettuce, and tomato market. The private company is based in France, specifically in La Ménitre. The company offers a wide range of products that includes over 120 varieties. Recently, they launched a new product called Orchestro F1, which is a type of Nantes carrot that offers precocity, yield, and many disease resistances. The CEO of the company is Franck Berger.

Vilmorin USA Corp. develops, produces and distributes seeds, plants and bulbs. The company was founded on June 29, 1994 and is headquartered in Westfield, IN.

Vilmorin Jardin SAS distributes vegetables and plant seeds. It offers animal feeds, fertilizers, agricultural chemicals and other farm supplies. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Saint-Quentin-Fallavier, France.

Part of Groupe Limagrain Holding SA, Vilmorin Hong Kong Ltd. is an investment holding company. Vilmorin Hong Kong Ltd. is based in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

Misr Hytech Seed International SAE engages in the breeding, production, and conditioning of agricultural seeds to farmers. It offers corn, grain-sorghum, squash, sorghum-sudan-grass, and vegetable seeds. The company was founded by Suri Sehgal in 1993 and is headquartered in Nasr City, Egypt.

Van Herk Investments BV (VHI) is the private equity investment arm of the Van Herk Groep BV, based in Rotterdam. The parent firm was established in the 1950s as a family business with a focus on real estate investments. VHI invests in listed and unlisted firms across diverse sectors primarily in The Netherlands.

Agendia NV discovers and develops products for clinical management of cancer. It operates as a commercial-stage molecular diagnostic company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of products to improve the quality of life for cancer patients. The company was founded by Rene Bernards and Laura van't Veer in 2003 and is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

BARC NV provides central laboratory services. It specializes in testing wide range of fields including virology, microbiology, clinical pathology, and genetics. The firm offers biobanking, cerba specimen, custom test development, data management, investigator support, project management, and logistics. The company is headquartered in Ghent, Belgium.

Biocartis SA develops molecular diagnostic solutions. It focuses on Oncology. The firm’s products include Idylla and Oncology assays and mutation tests. It also provides instant access to personalized medicine for patients. The company was founded by Rudi Pauwels in 2007 and is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Oystershell NV develops and retails over-the-counter healthcare products. Its products include Elimax, Ultractive, Picasol, Raylex, Pixie, Zoralan, Wond Care, Tixozin, Sediflore, and Pistal. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Merelbeke, Belgium.

American Association for Clinical Chemistry, Inc. (AACC) is a scientific and medical professional organization that focuses on clinical laboratory science and its application to healthcare. The organization is based in Washington and was founded in 1948. AACC provides leadership in education, advocacy, and collaboration to help lab professionals adapt to change and provide vital insight and guidance for patient care. The organization offers accreditation programs, press releases, media advisories, and statements that spotlight scientific, clinical, and technological breakthroughs. AACC has a longstanding commitment to provide customers with the best possible experience every time they use the AACC website. Mark J. Golden has been the CEO of the American company since 2020.

Pacira Cryotech, Inc. develops novel technologies for treatment of peripheral nerves. Its iovera treatment harnesses the power of cold with the Focused Cold Therapy delivery system and delivers immediate results for both therapeutic and aesthetic applications. The firm’s iovera treatment does not use toxins, chemicals, or pharmaceuticals to achieve results and leaves nothing behind in the body. The company was founded by Lisa Elkins in 2005 and is headquartered in Fremont, CA.

Fujirebio Europe NV develops and markets diagnostic products to improve therapy management and patient health. It focuses on molecular diagnostics and multiparameter testing. The firm also provides LUMIPULSE G1200, an automated chemiluminescent enzyme immunoassay system; LUMIPULSE G600 II, an automated benchtop CLEIA system, routine and novel markers for the oncology sector. The company was founded in 1985 by Philippe Leboulch and is headquartered in Ghent, Belgium.

Barc USA, Inc. manufactures pharmaceuticals. The private company is based in New Hyde Park, NY.