The health club owner and operator runs more than 55 facilities throughout the Southeast, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic that cater to families seeking a fun and friendly gym environment. It offers group fitness classes, personal training, cycling, swimming, and tanning, as well as special teen programs and child-watching services. Lifestyle Family Fitness sets itself apart from other health clubs with its "no long-term contract" policy, which allows its more than 200,000 members the flexibility of enrolling on a month-to-month basis. The private company was founded in 1982 by Australian-born vice chairman Geoffrey Dyer.

Sunderland Ltd. owns and operates the Sunderland Football Association Club, which plays in the English League. Known to supporters as The Black Cats, the team was started in 1879 and plays host at the Stadium of Light. A consortium of Irish businessmen known as Drumaville, led by chairman and former Arsenal player Niall Quinn, has controlled the team since 2006.

The Rocco Forte Collection is a family of 13 highly individual hotels and resorts, with four new properties due to open within the next three years. Each is as individual and characterful as the country and city which inspires its design and each features a unique sense of style and ambience that awaits your discovery. Yet like any family they also share certain characteristics. Behind each individual personality you will find luxurious rooms, fine dining experiences, class-leading facilities and a dedication to providing you with the highest levels of service.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company operates 100 luxury hotels in some 20 countries offering premium accommodations and amenities for both business and leisure travelers. Its hotels can be found in prime destinations and are consistently rated among the best in the world. The company operates about a dozen time-share properties under the Ritz-Carlton Destination Club and Ritz-Carlton Residences brands. Ritz-Carlton was established in 1983 when real estate mogul and former CEO William Johnson acquired the rights to the name made famous by Swiss hotelier Cesar Ritz. Today it is a part of hotel giant Marriott International.

Primm Casinos operates three casinos in Primm, Nevada (located on the border between southern California and southern Nevada). Its Whiskey Pete's, Buffalo Bill's, and Primm Valley Resort properties together offer more than 3,200 slot machines, 85 gaming tables, race and sports books, poker, and keno. The facilities also include about 2,650 hotel rooms, live entertainment, convention space, and several restaurants. In addition, the properties collectively own and manage three gas station/convenience stores, a Starbucks outlet, and one California Lottery lotto store. Primm Casinos is a subsidiary of Herbst Gaming.

The Washington Capitals professional hockey franchise joined the National Hockey League in 1974 and has reached the Stanley Cup finals just once, losing to the Detroit Red Wings in 1998. The team was founded by Abe Pollin, the late owner of the Washington Wizards, and plays host at the Verizon Center in Washington, DC. Monumental Sports & Entertainment, a holding company formed in 2010 and controlled by Ted Leonsis, owns the Caps franchise along with the Wizards, the Washington Mystics of the WNBA, and the Verizon Center.

Founded in 1878, Everton Football Club pre-dates neighboring clubLiverpool FC but now must follow in its world-famous rival's successful footsteps. Playing in the Premier League, the English football club has had its share of ups and downs but still commands a loyal legion of fanz. Payments from Premiership broadcasting rights, along with money generated during game days by ticket and match program sales, account for most of the club's revenues. Chairman Bill Kenwright has a 25% stake in the team; Planet Hollywood founder and CEO Robert Earl owns about 20%.

This company is pinning its hopes on the flavor of the Big Island to draw a few mainlanders into its restaurants. Kona Grill operates about 20 upscale casual-dining restaurants offering both seafood and American dishes with an island twist. The restaurants serve both lunch and diner menus, and they offer a wide selection of sushi. In addition to dining, each location typically has a bar area for happy hour with margaritas and martinis. The restaurants are typically found near upscale shopping areas in Arizona, Texas, and about 20 other states. Former chairman and CEO Marcus Jundt and his family own about 20% of Kona Grill.

Scioto Downs operates a harness horseracing racing facility in Columbus, Ohio. The track features wagering on live races from May through mid-October; its grandstand and clubhouse can accommodate more than 11,000 people. Scioto Downs also offers simulcast racing, along with dining and other entertainments. The racing facility is owned by MTR Gaming Group. Not only can you bet on exciting harness racing at Scioto Downs, you can also take your chances on the many exciting games offered by the Ohio Lottery. The Ohio Lottery offers customers a wide variety of games and Scioto Downs is proud to be a licensed retailer for the Ohio Lottery Commission.

The U.S. Soccer Federation knows how its members like to get their kicks. The organization is the governing body for the sport of soccer (known around the world as football) in the United States. It promotes the game and organizes both recreational and professional competition, overseeing such leagues as Major League Soccer, United Soccer Leagues, and Women's Professional Soccer. U.S. Soccer hosts World Cups and Olympic soccer and runs the National Soccer Training Center. The federation is a member of the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), the world soccer governing body. The organization was founded in 1914 as the U.S. Football Association.

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