Location: Sherman Oaks, Calif.

2006 Revenue: $41 million (contracted revenue)

2007 Estimated Revenue: $92 million (contracted revenue)

Employees: 96

Founded: 2003

What he does: Provides rapid communications systems for schools and government agencies, which allow them to reach up to 2 million people per hour, using voice and data devices.

Why he's successful: "I think I respect the process of creation. You need a team. I've been fortunate in my 25-year career to have great teams with great passion, representing products that are best in class."

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