Monarch Beverage Co., Inc., founded in 1947. Monarch Beverage Co. distributes beer and wine to Indiana bars, restaurants, and stores. The company also sells micro and craft brews and imported beer through its World Class Beverages division. Thirsty sports fans at the RCA Dome and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway also can thank Monarch Beverage as they are among Monarch's customers. Brands carried by Monarch Beverage come from major suppliers like Diageo, Coors, Miller, E & J Gallo, and the Pacific Wine Partners. In addition to providing bottles of beverages to sell, Monarch Beverage provides its customers with marketing advice and materials through Vision Concepts.

Ivory International, Inc. company, formerly named Trends International, was founded in 1989. It merged operations with Ivory International in 2005. Ivory International designs, makes, and distributes men's and women's clothing, as well as children's and junior's apparel, for leading US retailers. Its lines have carried such labels as B.U.M. Equipment, Jimmy Z, Lee, l.e.i., and Trendy Kidz. The company has also produced junior apparel under license for the Ocean Pacific and Ecko Unlimited brands. Collections are sold through major department stores (such as J. C. Penney), mass merchants, and specialty retailers.

Grupo Continental SA is a holding company of bottling companies, whose main activity is to manufacture, purchase and sell soft drinks, purified water and other non-carbonated drinks, all under the brands owned by The Coca-Cola Company (TCCC). These entities operate the franchise granted by TCCC, distributed in seven states of Mexico. The Company produces, distributes and sells soft drinks under the brands owned by TCCC, such as Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Light, Coca-Cola Light Caffeine Free, Coca-Cola Zero, Fanta, Fanta Zero, Sprite, Sprite Zero, Fresca, Fresca Zero, Lift, Lift Zero, Senzao, Delaware Punch, Nestea, Nestea Light, Powerade, Minute Maid Revita, Minute Maid Forte, Ciel, Ciel Saborizada Plus, Ciel Saborizada Fine Bubbles, Aquarius, Ciel Mineralizada, Burn, TaB, Gladiator and Seagram’s.

Major Brands has the distribution spirit. As one of Missouri's largest suppliers of wine and spirits, Major Brands markets and distributes more than 500 different brands of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage products, including Jose Cuervo, Bacardi, Heineken, and Red Bull; it also carries imported and domestic wine from both small and large vineyards. The company delivers about 7 million bottles and 5 million cases of product annually to grocery stores, restaurants, and other retailers in Missouri. Major Brands, which traces its roots back to the 1930s, is owned and operated by the Epsten family and company employees.

Emilio Pucci has the gift for style that just keeps on giving and giving. The design house -- established in the 1950s -- is today just as adored as it was when its popularity first caught on in the early 1960s. Pucci makes and distributes women's apparel, accessories, perfume, eyewear, and footwear, through about 40 boutiques. The apparel company also sells its products through select department stores and online. Its retail operations span worldwide, including shops in The Americas. Although the namesake Mr. Pucci died in 1992, the company continues to operate as a subsidiary of LVMH. Daughter Laudomia Pucci remains an executive with the firm.

Roc Apparel Group spins some savvy sportswear. The apparel firm was founded by hip-hop artists and operates as Rocawear. It makes and licenses men's, women's, and children's apparel and accessories. Products are sold online and in Macy's, as well as other US retailers and specialty chains. Rocawear, which caters to hip-hop and urban crowds, is steered by music mogul, Def Jam executive, and creative director Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter. It has diversified and added bling to its portfolio when it teamed with Tiffany. Rocawear developed a line of luxury watches, jewelry, and accessories named Tiret, which are sold at showstopping prices. Brand firm Iconix bought the company in 2007.

Tommy Bahama Group retails the island life. The company designs and markets relaxed sportswear and other items under the Tommy Bahama name. Tommy Bahama's Fishbone pants, Cayman Camp shirts, and other clothing are sold through specialty stores, vacation resorts, and more than 80 namesake stores, as well as through a handful of tropical-themed Tommy Bahama restaurants in the US. Licensees have extended the Tommy Bahama brand to such items as footwear, golf bags, luggage, handbags, eyewear, small leather goods, and home furnishings. In 2003, Oxford Industries bought the company, which was founded in 1992 by marketing director Bob Emfield, designer Lucio Dalla Gasperina, and former president and CEO Tony Margolis.

Wolford knows that even the most glamorous women put their pantyhose on one leg at a time -- and considering what the company charges, there's good reason to be careful. Wolford makes high-end hosiery, bodysuits, lingerie, and swimsuits targeted to a younger market. Its men's collection includes tights, knee-highs, and socks. A series of designer biggies, including Vivienne Westwood, Jean Paul Gaultier, and Karl Lagerfeld, have collaborated with Wolford on limited lines of luxury legwear. Wolford partnered with Zac Posen in 2007 for a 10-design collection. Formed in 1949 Wolford now sells its products worldwide through some 230 boutiques and through upscale department stores.

Theo Fennell calls its wares the "unstuffy alternative" to jewelry -- others have called it simply quirky (and expensive). It offers the designs and jewelry of its namesake founder at prestigious locations (such as its flagship Fulham Road store and at Harrods and Bergdorf Goodman). The firm also designs and fabricates watches, silver gifts, and tableware, as well as corporate trophies and awards. Products are pricey: A typical limited-edition watch costs more than $50,000. Customers have included celebrities such as Liz Hurley and Victoria Beckham. The company has been concentrating on expanding its distribution.

These exclamations and more can be found on any one of the company's heady Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps labels. Sold primarily through natural foods retailers, Dr. Bronner's liquid and bar soaps (made of vegetable oil) rely on low prices and word-of-mouth for advertising. Devoted customers use the soaps for everything from bug repellant to pet shampoo. The company focuses on soap, lip balms, and lotions, as well as ALPSNACK hemp-nut nutrition bars. Founded by master soap maker, world peace visionary, and "Pope of Soap" Dr. Emmanuel Bronner, the company is still family owned and operated by his descendants.

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