Black Twig Communications

Standing Partnership is one of the leading independent strategic communications firms. Based in St. Louis, Mo., it provides a comprehensive approach to reputation management that advances the objectives of diverse organizations, from local to global. The company offers expertise in five disciplines; brand positioning, employee relations, issues/crisis management, digital communications and public relations. Some of the company's clients include Delaware North Companies, Maritz, Monsanto Company, Spring Creek Land Development and UniGroup Inc. Standing Partnership also develop comprehensive issues management and crisis plans that protect its clients company's reputation during and after a crisis.

Peters Marketing Research has been serving the research industry since 1958. The company provides qualitative and quantitative research with internal coding, data processing, and custom programming. The company offers research in a wide range of in-depth product categories, including over-the-counter and proprietary drugs, pet products, health and beauty aids, beverages, such as juices and soft drinks, and personal and oral hygiene. Its research specialties also include bakery products, dairy products, medical and health products and services, nonfood household goods, banking and financial services, and telecommunications products and services. It also offers its research expertise to the computer industry, high-tech products and services, Internet and online services, children's products and services, and insurance services. Peters Marketing Research is located in St. Louis.