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Tysons Corner, Virginia – January 28, 2026 – growth[period], a strategic advisory firm serving public- and private-sector clients at moments of growth, complexity, and transformation, today announced that Kim Pack has joined the firm as a Senior Advisor - Strategy. Ms. Pack brings a distinguished record of leadership, strategic execution, and trusted advisory experience to growth[period]. In this role, she will help advance the firm’s mission of delivering high-impact advisory services while expanding growth[period]’s capabilities and partnerships across its core markets. “Ms. Packs leadership, judgment, and depth of experience make her an exceptional addition to our senior team,” said Courtney B. Spaeth, CEO of growth[period]. “As our clients navigate increasingly complex operating and risk environments, her expertise will strengthen our ability to deliver impactful solutions. We are thrilled to welcome her to the firm.” Ms. Pack is widely respected for her ability to operate at the intersection of strategy, execution, and stakeholder engagement. Throughout her career, she has advised senior leaders, built high-performing teams, and guided organizations through periods of growth and transition. Ms. Pack has more than 35 years of leadership experience across the federal and commercial markets, with a background spanning strategic planning, IT services, management consulting, and business development and capture. Most recently, she served as President of Federal at AIS, where she supported clients in navigating complex government markets. Previously, she was CEO of Wolf Den Associates, advising organizations ranging from $10 million to $20 billion in revenue. In this role, Ms. Pack guided leadership teams in driving operational excellence, accelerating growth, and positioning companies for long-term, sustainable success. About growth[period] For more than 19 years, growth[period] is a leading international strategic business development and transaction advisory services firm. We specialize in delivering sustainable solutions that improve our clients' overall market performance. The firm is recognized globally 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; support partnering strategies; and advise on diligence matters. With deep global roots, growth[period] has more than 90 experts and offices 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

Tysons Corner, Virginia – November 12, 2025 – growth[period], a leading provider of business development and transaction advisory services worldwide, is proud to announce that Courtney B. Spaeth, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, has been awarded the Gold Stevie Award for Best Female Entrepreneur - Business Services for companies with 11 to 2,500 employees in the 22nd Annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business. The Stevie Awards for Women in Business honor the world’s top female executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations. As one of the most respected international business awards programs, the Stevie Awards celebrate exceptional achievements in leadership, innovation, and professional excellence across industries. This recognition follows Spaeth’s earlier nomination as a finalist and highlights her continued impact as a visionary leader in the business services sector. Under her guidance, growth[period] has become an internationally recognized firm that helps clients achieve measurable growth through business development, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic advisory support. “It is an incredible honor to be recognized among such an extraordinary group of women” said Spaeth. “This award is a reflection of the dedication and excellence that define the growth[period] team and of the countless women around the world who continue to expand opportunity, inspire innovation, and elevate standards of leadership in business.” Now in its 22nd year, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business received more than 12,000 nominations from women around the world, representing organizations of every size and industry. Spaeth’s recognition stands as a testament to the remarkable achievements of women entrepreneurs and leaders globally, celebrating the innovation, resilience, and impact they continue to bring to the business community.   About growth[period] For more than 18 years, growth[period] has provided strategic business development, management consulting, and transaction advisory services to help companies achieve smart, sustainable growth. The firm is nationally recognized for guiding clients through complex corporate and technology transactions, supporting market entry and expansion, and developing strategies that drive measurable results. With more than 50 experts and offices across the United States, Canada, Latin America, Asia, and Europe, growth[period] continues to help organizations around the world realize their full potential. For more information about growth[period] and its award-winning business development and advisory services, please visit www.growthprd.com. CONTACT Talia Frey 703.556.0111 info@growthprd.com