Embracing these values, the National Aquarium Institute will inspire our visitors and partners to celebrate and nurture the world’s aquatic habitats from tropical rain forests to coral reefs; from our Chesapeake Bay to the world’s oceans. Drawing on our mission, values, and vision, the National Aquarium Institute will develop a plan that will produce results that advance knowledge and inspire stewardship of aquatic habitats worldwide. National Aquarium In Baltimore, Inc. will be recognized internationally as a trusted partner and the respected voice of authority for a healthy and sustainable aquatic world.

Gresham Hotel Group, formerly Ryan Hotel Group, was founded in 1949 by Dermot Ryan. It was purchased and taken private in 2004 by Precinct Investments. European business travelers looking for a posh pillow to plump might be familiar with Gresham Hotels. The company has five upscale properties in Europe that cater to business travelers. Gresham Hotels' properties are located in the city centers of Brussels; Cork, Ireland; Dublin; Hamburg, Germany; and London. The company gets its name from its flagship hotel located on Dublin's O'Connell Street.

CEO Roger Farwell founded Tempus Resorts International, Ltd. in 1997. Apollo Real Estate Advisors, an affiliate of Apollo Advisors, is an investor. Tempus Resorts International helps people plan luxury vacations in Florida. The company operates the time-share Mystic Dunes Resort & Golf Club, which has more than 600 acres and about 700 villas close to Walt Disney Parks and Resorts' Disney World in Orlando. Tempus Resorts sells vacation intervals to clients around the globe.

Formed in 2002, Tragus is one of the UK's largest independently owned restaurant chain operators with over 280 sites across the country serving over 20 million meals every year. Our exciting portfolio of leading brands are operated as four divisions - Café Rouge, Strada, Bella Italia, and the Brasseries - with offerings ranging from inspired pizza and pasta to delicious French classics. Tragus is backed by The Blackstone Group, a global private investment and advisory firm, founded in 1985. The firm has raised a total of more then $67 billion for alternative asset investing since its formation of which approximately $30 billion has been for private equity investing. The Private Equity Group is currently investing its fifth general private equity fund with commitments of $15.6 billion, and has over 60 experienced professionals with broad sector expertise. Blackstone’s other core businesses include Private Real Estate Investing, Corporate Debt Investing, Hedge Funds, Mutual Fund Management, Private Placement, Marketable Alternative Asset Management, and Investment Banking Advisory Services.

The proven success of America's Best Franchising, Inc. is a result of a simple yet powerful belief that has guided our company since its inception. We believe that going the extra mile in helping our franchisees succeed helps the entire organization succeed. Whether you are interested in the 3 Palms Hotels & Resorts, Budgetel Inns & Suites, Country Hearth Inns & Suites, America's Best Inns & Suites, Vagabond Inns brand, you can be assured that we will work with you as a true partner at every level. We offer all the critical components you need in order to thrive in the mid-market hospitality segment. From continuous and extensive training, field support, national advertising, Internet, website marketing, and so much more - America's Best Franchising is behind you all the way. Additionally, we are always looking for innovative new ways to make your franchise business even more profitable and rewarding.

Nevada Gold & Casinos, Inc. was founded in 1977. Nevada Gold & Casinos, Inc., a gaming company, engages in financing, developing, owning, and operating gaming projects in the United States. It owns and operates Colorado Grande Casino in Colorado that consists of a casino with approximately 191 slot machines, 4 table games, 2 restaurants with bars, and 44 parking spaces; 3 casinos in Pasco, Kennewick, and Mountlake Terrace in Washington that have a total of 40 table games, including a full service restaurant with bar and 306 parking spaces; 6 additional casinos in Washington; and a 51% interest in Route 66 Casino located in New Mexico. In addition, the company, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Gold Mountain Development, L.L.C., owns approximately 265 acres of real property in the vicinity of Black Hawk, Colorado.

You might say these sweet treats are wholly delicious. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts operates a leading chain of doughnut outlets with about 580 locations throughout the US and in about 20 other countries. The shops are popular for their glazed doughnuts that are served fresh and hot out of the fryer. In addition to its original glazed variety, Krispy Kreme serves cake and filled doughnuts, crullers, and fritters, as well as hot coffee and other beverages. The chain includes about 270 doughnut shops and some 315 kiosks and satellite locations. The company owns and operates 80 locations and franchises the rest. Krispy Kreme also markets its doughnuts through grocery stores and supermarkets.

Multimedia Games' innovations have pushed the gaming industry's technology envelope. The giant strides we've made—in casino management, back-office systems development, new gaming systems, game introductions, innovative communications, networked technologies and player tracking systems—have helped position us as a leader in the world of interactive gaming systems. Multimedia continues to evolve into a leading game content and systems provider, delivering games that players want to play and the tools to make them easy to run and easy to manage. Our technical innovations are driven by twin goals.

The Matt Prentice Restaurant Group began in 1980 with a dream and a deli. Twenty-year-old Matthew Prentice took over a shuttered sandwich shop in Oak Park, MI, tossed his last $200 into the till and opened the very first Deli Unique serving entrees like Beef Wellington and Flaming Duck at Deli prices. Expanding and exploring, MPRG has continued to introduce fresh concepts from its newest eclectic steakhouse, Coach Insignia to the whimsy and value of Tavern on 13. By the summer of 2004, MPRG operated 26 venues including 12 restaurants, an 11,000 square-foot artisan bakery, and a host of banquet sites. Today, MPRG continues to operate 10 restaurants, 1 artisan bakery and several banquet facilities.

Club One wants to be the number one club for fitness fanatics. Club One operates approximately 15 Club One fitness centers in Northern California. It also runs five Frog's Fitness clubs in Southern California and the San Diego area. Most locations include team and individual sports, fitness classes, group exercise classes, physical therapy, and spa and wellness programs. Many locations also offer childcare services. Club One also runs fitness and wellness programs and manages some 60 fitness facilities for companies, municipalities, apartments, and schools. Clients include Motorola, eBay, and the JCC Association. Club One Inc. was founded by husband and wife John and Jill Kinney in 1991.

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