2009 Honorees

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The 2009 Fastest Growing Companies:
#1 Wichert Electric Inc. with 41.98% combined growth
#2 Sound Glass Sales, Inc. with 38.40% combined growth
#3 SiteCrafting Inc. with 37.86% combined growth
#4 Abbey Road Group Land Development Services Co., LLC with 32.01% combined growth
#5 CE&C, Inc. with 30.24% combined growth

The Longevity Award was presented to the company that has demonstrated the largest growth over a 10-year period.

2009 Longevity Award Honorees:
#1 BCRA with 676.80% combined growth
#2 Sound Glass Sales, Inc. with 419.52% combined growth
#3 CE&C, Inc. with 142.09% combined growth

PUBLICATION - A special publication is produced to honor the Fastest Growing Companies with articles profiling the top 5 companies. The 2009 Fastest Growing Companies publication was distributed at the recognition event and in the December 7, 2009 issue of the Business Examiner. Additional copies are available for purchase by contacting circulation.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM - Fastest Growing Companies were defined by a combined growth in revenue and wage expense from fiscal years 2006 through 2008. Results were collected, calculated and verified confidentially by Moss Adams, the 11th largest accounting and consulting firm in the United States.

2009 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Organization must:

• Be headquartered in the South Sound (Pierce, South King, Thurston, Mason or Lewis Counties)
• Have revenues over $500,000 in fiscal years ending 2006, 2007 and 2008
• Have been established prior to 2005
• Be a for-profit business
• Have application completed and signed by CEO and CFO

EVENT - Finalists, supporters and sponsors were invited to attend an awards event and reception on December 1, 2009. The 2009 Fastest Growing Companies were announced from among the top five finalists.

• Date: December 1, 2009
  
• Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.  (PST)
  
• Location: Museum of Glass. 1801 Dock St. Tacoma, WA

SPONSORSHIP - This event would not be possible without the dedication and financial support of our valued sponsors.

Presenting Sponsor: KeyBank  For small business owners, time and resources are often in short supply. We offer business accounts and services that help you save time, maximize the earning power of your company's funds, and easily manage your payroll and tax payments. At Key, you have a choice of innovative options suited for the way you do business.

Supporting Sponsors

• Moss Adams LLP is the 11th largest accounting and consulting firm in the US, and the largest headquartered in the West. Founded in 1913, Moss Adams has a staff of over 1,900 includes more than 240 partners. Moss Adams provides accounting, tax, and consulting services to public, private, and nonprofit enterprises in many different industries. At Moss Adams, we are committed to building excellent relationships that make a valuable difference to our clients, community, and team.
  

Contributing

• Rainier Connect - Local Independent Telephone Company (ILEC) since 1910, Cable company since 1996, Internet provider since 1997, Competitive Local Telephone Company (CLEC) since 1999, Long Distance provider since 1999, Telephone & Data provider in Centralia since 2000, Commercial Telephone & Data provider in Tacoma area since 2004

Event Partners

• AA Party Rentals - is a premier party rental company of the Pacific Northwest for an intimate dinner party for two, business function, or a charity event. AA Party Rentals provides the highest quality merchandise, experienced, knowledgeable, and service oriented staff.
• Hardcastle Entertainment, Inc The core of our company is providing quality disc jockey services. Entertain your guests! 20 - 20,000 people, whatever your event, we take care of you. Benefit Auctions, Company Parties, Seminars, and even School Dances. Our specialty is audio, visual, and disc jockey services. Talk to us about your wishes, needs, your budget, and we'll help you plan the most effective event for your budget.
• El Gaucho team of captains and servers preside as Chef Tristan Holst orchestrates the exhibition kitchen. 28-Day Dry-Aged Certified Angus Beef Prime steaks, ribs, pork, poultry and the freshest seafood are all prepared to perfection over an open bed of glowing coals.
• J Robbins Florist - Jennifer Robbins has been designing inspired flowers for weddings and events for over a decade. Her fresh, fun outlook, boundless creativity and can-do attitude puts her clients at ease and provides the assurance that their special day will exceed all expectations
• Black Tie Espresso Now you can enjoy the most exquisite espresso beverages at your special event, artfully crafted by our own professional baristas. Their fully equipped, professional espresso bar lends a sense of sophistication to any event.
• Museum of Glass.  Situated on the Foss Waterway in downtown Tacoma, the Museum of Glass state-of-the art facility offers a unique venue and a variety of settings for corporate and special events, meetings, reunions, weddings and receptions.
• Gallucci's Seattle & Tacoma Catering offers the finest in catering and specialty foods. Gallucci's is a premiere catering company having catered over 1800 Weddings, 1700 Luncheons, 700 Christmas Parties, and 850 Corporate Parties. Gallucci's caterers provide a truly memorable experience for any wedding, business or social event.
• Dane Meyer Photography at DG Studio  Dane Gregory Meyer is a West Coast photographer based in the Seattle-Tacoma, WA
  area. He has been shooting commercially since 1988.
• Darel Roa Photography  Darel Roa Photography gives you more than pictures, Darel provides priceless moments that come from 25 years of experience and state-of-the-art technology. When you combine Darel's experience, technology and creativity, you have a treasure that you will be proud of for years to come.