Founded in 1977, HLC Inc. specializes in industry-specific customized business strategy simulations. The firm, located in Valley Village, Calif., addresses organization development needs and fills the gap between organization expectations and human resource competencies. It has expertise to develop industry-specific simulations for a wide array of industries, including automotive, banking, beverage, dealership, fossil fuels, technology manufacturing, hydroelectric power, insurance, legal, logistics, natural gas distribution, pharmaceutical, postal services and power generation. Some of the firm s clients include Acton MBA, Bio-Rad, Sony Pictures, Boston University, Harvard University, Intel, FedEx Kinko's Inc., Nebraska Public Power, Warner Bros. Studios, Ford Motor Company and San Diego Gas & Electric.