This sample portfolio is meant to represent a hypothetical ethical portfolio, so it is diversified across a number of industries. The purpose of this portfolio is not to suggest it is the best portfolio. It certainly isn't my portfolio. This portfolio is an experiment.

1300 Smiles achieves excellent returns on investment and the Managing Director, Dr Daryl Holmes, appears to have a lot of integrity. He proudly supports charity and owns over 60% of the company, which he founded. The company boasts impressive earnings growth since listing in 2005. The company is providing low cost dental care. The business of the company is to help dentists run more more profitable businesses by allowing them to focus on what they do best: treat patients.

One of my favourite small cap companies, Beyond International (ASX: BYI) has announced a joint venture with Seven Network, owned by Seven West Media (ASX: SWM). Beyond Productions will join forces with Seven to create new programs for the North American market.The JV will be called 7Beyond and is based in Los Angeles.