H. Lee Herron

Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization, which engages in improving the quality of place and advancing economic growth. It focuses on growing the region's innovation economy by promoting and strengthening connections. The company was founded in 1860 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Inhibitex, Inc. operates as an clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company. The firm develops differentiated anti-infective products to prevent or treat serious infections. Its research and development efforts are currently focused on oral, small molecule compounds to treat viral infections, and in particular, chronic infections caused by HCV and herpes zoster. The company was founded by Joseph M. Patti in May 1994 and is headquartered in Alpharetta, GA.

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.

Part of JA Worldwide, Inc., Junior Achievement of Georgia, Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides educational resources and programs for young people to succeed in the economy. The company is based in Atlanta, GA and offers programs such as JA Finance Park and JA BizTown for middle school students, as well as resources for JA Discovery Centers and 3DE schools. Junior Achievement USA also aims to inspire and prepare young people for success in the economy, and offers opportunities for individuals to get involved and make a difference.

Centocor, Inc. manufactures healthcare products. Its products include avakine & reopro. The company was founded in 1979 by Hubert J. P. Schoemaker & Michael A. Wall and is headquartered in Horsham, PA.

Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids educates the public and policy makers about the tobacco problem and its solutions. The company was founded by Matthew L. Myers in 1996 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Global Center For Medical Innovation, Inc. provides medical devices. It provides medical device commercialization, innovation, prototyping, machine shop, cGMP manufacturing, preclinical testing, clinical trial, inovator education, regulatory assurance, quality assurance, 3D Printing-ProJet 6000, rapid prototyping, cleanroom. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

MAP International, Inc. provides health development services. It offers its services to people, regardless of their religion, gender, race, nationality or ethnic background. The company was founded by Ray Knighton in 1954 and is headquartered in Brunswick, GA.

Sparq Holdings, Inc. provides engineering software services. The company is based in Atlanta, GA. The company was founded in 2004. Monty P. Hamilton has been the CEO of the company since 2008.

American Cancer Society, Inc. provides information on cancer occurrence, survival, prevention, early detection, and treatment. The non-profit company is based in Kennesaw, GA and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company's SHES department is an intramural research program with world-renowned epidemiologists and health scientists. The company was founded in 1913 by Candy Arrington. Karen E. Knudsen has been the CEO of the company since 2021.

Accenture LLC operates as a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company. The company is headquartered in Reston, VA.

Technology Association of Georgia operates as a personal, professional, and business association. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Part of Novartis AG, Novartis, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco.

Mylan, Inc. develops, manufactures, and licenses generic pharmaceuticals. The firm operates its business through two segments: Generics and Specialty. The Generics segment primarily develops, manufactures, sells and distributes generic or branded generic pharmaceutical products in tablet, capsule, injectable or transdermal patch form, as well as API. The Specialty segment engages mainly in the development, manufacture and sale of branded specialty nebulized and injectable products. The company was founded by Milan Puskar and Don Panoz in 1961 and is headquartered in Canonsburg, PA.

Georgia-Pacific LLC manufactures tissue, pulp, paper, packaging, building products and related chemicals. It offers hygienic dispensing systems, towels, tissues, soaps, air fresheners, wipers, cups, cutlery, and napkins. The firm's household brands include Brawny paper towels, Quilted Northern bath tissue and Dixie cups and tableware. The company was founded by Owen R. Cheatham in 1927 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

The Order of the Coif provides legal educational services. The non-profit company is based in Chapel Hill, NC.

Clarkston Consulting, Inc. engages in the distribution of consumer durables. Its products include consumer and life science products. The company was founded by Tom Finegan, Neil Nelson and Jim Stefan in 1991 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.

Sparq, Inc. provides information technology outsourcing solutions. It offers from software application development to ongoing support and maintenance of business applications information technology services for companies across industries. It also provides QA testing and business intelligence and analytics services. The company was founded by Katht Brittain White in 2003 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

The National Health Council provides united voice for people with chronic diseases and disabilities and their family caregivers. The company was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Piedmont Healthcare provides primary care services for patients with access to comprehensive medical care, x-ray, CT scan, ultrasound, and other in-house laboratories. The company was founded by Floyd W. McRae and Ludwig Amster in 1905 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

The American Association of Neurological Surgeons is an organization that provides resources and tools for neurosurgeons and trainees in the field. The organization is based in Rolling Meadows, IL. The company's website offers information on membership benefits, education and training opportunities, publications, patient resources, advocacy efforts, and career opportunities.

Rutgers University Foundation is the fundraising arm of Rutgers University. The foundation build relationships with alumni and friends, corporations, and foundations and seek their support of Rutgers programs throughout New Jersey and the world. It was founded in 1973 and it is headquartered in New Brunswick, NJ.

Medtechwomen is a 501c3 organization that connects, educates, and inspires women in the medtech industry. The non-profit company is based in Redwood City, CA and was founded by Amy Belt Raimundo. The company is dedicated to promoting underrepresented medtech leaders of all races, ethnicities, and gender identities. The ultimate goal is to improve diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes by increasing diversity in the industry. Founded in 2010 by medtech executives, the organization aims to create an ongoing dialogue on the future of the industry.

Broadview Ventures, Inc. (Broadview Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2008. The firm is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Botanical Sciences, Inc. sells health and fitness supplements. It provides on-line sales services, direct distribution through participating weight-loss centers and licensed consignment agreements with local physician offices and clinics. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Tampa, FL.