At growth [period],
we view problems as possibilities
Since our founding over 18 years ago, growth[period] has been recognized as a leading business consulting firm because of our ability achieve measurable results for our clients, our commitment to excellence, and our ability to solve complex problems for our clients discretely and successfully.
We specialize in business development, transaction advisory support, strategy and management consulting, and executive retained search. Our professionals serve global Fortune 500 enterprises as well as small to medium-sized businesses, private equity and family offices with enterprises across multiple sectors.
At growth[period], our goal is to eliminate “impossible” from our clients’ vocabulary. Whatever challenge your business is facing, the growth[period] team will work tirelessly with you to determine the best possible solution. Our extensive industry knowledge paired with our global reach enables us to identify areas of opportunity, create new connections, and implement innovative strategies to help your business grow.
What sets us apart
Ethics and compliance
At growth[period], we have an unwavering commitment to ethical business practices and corporate compliance in all aspects of operation. Every member of our firm completes an annual ethics and compliance training, which covers a wide range of topics, including Global Anti-Bribery Standards, and data privacy. This also helps us best assist our clients to navigate evolving regulatory and compliance requirements.
Results driven
Our deep expertise, proprietary business tools, insights and processes have been helping clients – just like you, for over 18 years. We help businesses grow and succeed
Client focused
At growth[period], our clients are our priority. We take a strategic, personalized approach to every engagement - aligning our services with your objectives to drive meaningful, measurable results. Your success is our mission.
Our team
growth[period] is a specialized advisory firm that helps organizations achieve their business growth objectives including in complex environments. Our executives help our clients uncover new opportunities to grow, win business and create value. growth[period] is comprised of business development experts and highly specialized Strategic Client Advisors. For every project, we customize teams with the right expertise to deliver results. Our approach is designed to encourage close collaboration, with the client and our executives working as a single team.
Ultimately working side by side helps build trust between the client and our staff at growth[period]. Such a relationship of trust helps us provide a better solution to our clients and understand and help solve the challenges they face.
growth[period] wins Best Place to Work award
November 05, 22
May 2022-- growth[period] is proud to announce that we have been selected as a 2022 Best Place to Work in Greater Washington in the small business category by the Washington Business Journal. This is the sixth time that growth[period] has placed on the Best Places to Work List. Every year the Washington Business Journal honors 85 companies as the ‘Best Places to Work’ in the D.C. area. Winners received this distinction by scoring the highest among hundreds of employers that participated in an annual employee engagement survey. growth[period] ranked 5th out of 20 companies awarded in the small business category. Honorees are featured in the May 13 issue of the Washington Business Journal. Find the complete list of companies here.
Announcements and news
growth[period] CEO Courtney B. Spaeth named finalist in the 22nd Annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business
Tyson’s Corner, Virginia – September 23, 2025 – growth[period] is honored to announce... Learn More
Josh Schiffman named Chairman of the Board of Directors
Tyson’s Corner, Virginia – September 9, 2025 – growth[period], a provider of business development... Learn More
growth[period] CEO Courtney B. Spaeth named finalist in the 22nd Annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business
Tyson’s Corner, Virginia – September 23, 2025 – growth[period] is honored to announce that its CEO, Courtney B. Spaeth, has been named a finalist in the 22nd Annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business. Mrs. Spaeth is a finalist in the prestigious category of Best Female Entrepreneur – Business Services – 11 to 2,500 Employees.
The Stevie Awards for Women in Business honor women executives, entrepreneurs, employees, and the companies they run worldwide. As one of the most highly regarded international business awards programs, the Stevie Awards recognize outstanding professional achievements across industries and leadership roles.
"We are thrilled that Courtney has been recognized as a finalist in this year’s Stevie Awards," said Josh Schiffman, Chairman of the Board of Directors at growth[period]. "Her strategic leadership, innovative mindset, and consistent commitment to excellence set the standard for our entire organization. This recognition is a testament to her impact and dedication to excellence in business development and advisory."
The 22nd Annual Stevie Awards will celebrate the finalists and winners across a wide array of categories, highlighting women who have made remarkable contributions to business innovation, leadership, and growth. Winners will be announced at the gala event later this year.
About growth[period]
For more than 18 years, growth[period] has been a leader in management consulting, business development, and transaction advisory services, specializing in the federal marketplace. The firm assists growing and established companies with strategic guidance, technology transactions, market entry strategies, and partnering agreements. With offices in multiple regions worldwide, growth[period] continues to support clients across industries, offering actionable and experience-driven advice.
For more information about growth[period], please visit www.growthperiod.com.
CONTACT:
Talia Frey
Phone: 703-556-0111
Email: info@growthprd.com
Josh Schiffman named Chairman of the Board of Directors
Tyson’s Corner, Virginia – September 9, 2025 – growth[period], a provider of business development and transaction advisory services worldwide, today announced the appointment of Josh Schiffman as Chairman of the Board of Directors.
Josh Schiffman is a veteran entrepreneur, product strategist, and technology leader with over 25 years of experience at the forefront of digital transformation. As the founder of Aureclar and a principal at Vitru Partners, Mr. Schiffman brings deep expertise in applying AI, advanced analytics, and data-driven systems to reshape how companies and their advisors make decisions and scale operations.
Mr. Schiffman has a unique ability to fuse cutting-edge technology with business acumen, transforming traditional consulting models into agile, intelligence-powered engagements. His work spans from executive decision enablement to the modernization of governance systems, helping some of the most important and interesting companies in the world move faster and smarter.
His career includes leadership roles at Deloitte, IBM, and WebMD, as well as decades of experience founding and mentoring startups at the intersection of enterprise software, data science, and automation. Whether driving strategic growth initiatives or building scalable platforms, he is known for delivering measurable impact and clarity amid complexity. Mr. Schiffman has a BBA in Healthcare Entrepreneurship and an MPH in Health Management and Policy from Emory University.
As Chairman of the Board of Directors at growth[period], Mr. Schiffman will advise leadership and clients on strategies for unlocking new pathways to growth, resilience, and competitive advantage.
About growth[period]
For more than 18 years, growth[period]’s management consulting, business development, strategy, and transaction advisory services have focused on serving the principal challenges faced by federal contractors and commercial businesses entering the federal marketplace. The firm is nationally recognized as a leading provider to growing and established clients seeking assistance to complete sophisticated corporate and technology transactions; manage entry into the federal government contracting industry; navigate the federal marketplace; represent them in partnering agreements; and advise them on diligence matters. With deep roots globally, growth[period] has more than 50 experts and offices in multiple markets across the United States, Canada, Latin America, Asia, and Europe. For more information, please visit www.growthprd.com.
CONTACT
Talia Frey
703 556 0111
info@growthprd.com
Giving back
Community engagement is part of the fabric of growth[period]'s business and culture. At growth[period] we believe that we have a greater duty to society than just providing jobs and making profits. Our leadership is committed to ensuring that the company’s operations are ethical and beneficial for society.
Giving back is a wonderful opportunity for team building, and it is an engaging, fun, meaningful way to spend time together strengthening our community. Our employees who invest in our community develop a stronger sense of belonging and pride in themselves and our culture.
growth[period] provides our employees paid time off for volunteer work annually. Our leadership sets an example with 100% participation in community engagement every year.
