CORPORATE REPORT 100

51

Two West, Inc. 

Gross Revenue:     2006: $4,914,749.00 2003: $1,880,886.00 Growth: 161.30% Full-time employees: 31

A brand consulting and creative solutions agency, Kansas City’s Two West has increased its revenues by adding a brand consulting division that “includes in-depth research to discover the meaning behind messages of brands.” In business since 1997, the firm avails its clients a team of research, creative, marketing and interactive professionals.

52

Gragg Advertising, Inc. 

Gross Revenue:     2006: $3,513,642.00 2003: $1,358,915.00 Growth: 158.56% Full-time employees: 35

Under the leadership of President Greg Gragg, the direct marketing and interactive agency continues to prosper. “The right media mix and result-driven creative coupled with proven direct marketing strategies” spur returns on investment, the company reports. The agency, which began in 1993, offices in downtown Kansas City, MO.

53

Reardon Pallet Company, Inc. 

Gross Revenue:     2006: $3,386,098.00 2003: $1,315,410.00 Growth: 157.42% Full-time employees: 21

Dan Reardon formed Reardon Pallet Company in 1995, and the company has since become Kansas City’s leading pallet producer. The company creates custom-made pallets of any shape or size to fit the needs of the client. “Professional service for all accounts and proactive performance to exceed customer expectations,” have boosted growth.

54

Bibb & Associates Inc.

Gross Revenue:     2006: $88,962,000.00 2003: $34,700,000.00 Growth: 156.37% Full-time employees: 221

Engineering and consulting services firm Bibb and Associates has assisted clients in the energy industry since 1979, when the company operated out of a Kansas City basement. Today the Lenexa firm provides for power markets such as gas, coal, ethanol and air quality, in assignments ranging from small-scale studies to large EPC joint-venture projects.

55

Allstate Specialty Construction

Gross Revenue:     2006: $1,236,960.00 2003: $486,946.00 Growth: 154.02% Full-time employees: 4

President Lynette Burkhart heads Allstate Specialty Construction, a general contracting and asbestos removal company in Paola, KS, founded in 1996. Expanded services are to thank for the growth, including mechanical insulation, demolition, roofing, air duct cleaning, environmental remediation and seeding.

56

Cydex, Inc. 

Gross Revenue:     2006: $11,509,883.00 2003: $4,572,584.00 Growth: 151.72% Full-time employees: 24

Since 1993, Cydex has developed drug delivery technologies for its clients. “Royalty revenue for two of Pfizer’s currently marketed products,” has caused recent revenue growth, Cydex reports, as well as “new licensing agreements with major pharmaceutical companies.” John M. Seibert is CEO of the Lenexa company.

57

Mid America Coach 

Gross Revenue:     2006: $12,083,808.00 2003: $4,817,804.00 Growth: 150.82% Full-time employees: 12

Mid America Coach deals new and pre-owned commercial buses and wheelchair accessible minivans. As Kansas City’s only dedicated bus and mobility service center, the company one of the national leaders in shuttle bus sales. President Peter Beren attributes recent success to “dedicated employees, quality products & inventory, and good listening.”

58

Callahan Creek 

Gross Revenue:     2006: $15,342,168.00 2003: $6,236,723.00 Growth: 146.00% Full-time employees: 59

Established in 1982, marketing communications agency Callahan Creek has a growing staff, an expanding client list, and an office in Torrance, CA. President and CEO Cindy Maude leads the staff of nearly 60 from the company’s main office in Lawrence. “Make waves,” is the company philosophy. “Without waves, a message goes stagnant.”

59

Satellite Engineering Group, Inc. 

Gross Revenue:     2006: $21,488,458.00 2003: $8,946,037.00 Growth: 140.20% Full-time employees: 20

Satellite Engineering Group sells, distributes, and integrates satellite, cable and broadcast products from its Olathe headquarters. Expanded relationships with key vendors account for company growth, says CEO Arthur Liebenthal. In business since 1983, today the company has field offices in Dallas and Atlanta.

60

Staffing Kansas City, Inc. 

Gross Revenue:     2006: $2,381,812.00 2003: $996,308.00 Growth: 139.06% Full-time employees: 5

This Overland Park firm was founded in 1998. Staffing Kansas City provides temporary, contract-to-hire and direct hire staffing for metro businesses, for positions from office support to high-level positions. Recent growth is due to “additions to our staff, continually refining proprietary software and our wonderful client referrals,” says VP Roses Ammon.