The start of a new year means a lot of investors are ready to jump into something new, something with great profit potential. For me, this means younger, smaller companies that are not just faster-growing but also relatively unknown; as they become better-known, they attract more buyers, and the combination of improving fundamentals and improving perceptions makes for a one-two punch that can send a stock soaring. One of my favorites for this year is Cree Inc. (CREE), which is in the business of making light-emitting diodes (LEDs). Cree has great numbers now; in the latest quarter, its revenues...