Announcements and news

Tyson’s Corner, Virginia – February 15, 2024 – growth[period], a provider of business development and transaction advisory services worldwide, today announced that William Warnock has joined the firm’s Executive Advisory Team. Based out of growth[period]’s Virginia office, he will advise clients in the Construction, Architecture and Engineering vertical on strategic growth and business development in the federal contracting market.   “Bill’s extensive experience advising and leading companies in the design build, construction and engineering industry is a huge asset to our firm’s growing practice in that market sector. His successful track record of helping firms navigate the State Department Office of Building Operations and other related federal entities is immensely valuable to growth[period]’s clients.” said Courtney B. Spaeth, CEO of growth[period].   William Warnock most recently served as the Chief Operating Officer for RA Federal Services (RA FS).  RA FS provides construction and logistics services to the Department of State and other federal agencies across the globe. Warnock retired from US Navy in 2015 as a Captain after serving over 30 years.  His assignments included numerous postings at sea, and ashore in the United Sates, Middle East and Africa.  Additionally, Mr. Warnock served as the Senior Navy Liaison to the White House under Presidents Bush and Clinton. His last posting in the Navy was at the US Embassy in Nairobi and after his retirement he remained in Africa with his family while he started his career in the private sector. Mr. Warnock leads the East Africa Chapter of International Stability Operations Association (ISOA) representing member companies across the continent.   Warnock joins growth[period]’s innovative Executive Advisory Team, which offers clients experience-based, actionable, and business-focused advice. As an experienced business development executive, Warnock helps growth[period]’s clients develop and prioritize practical approaches and solutions suited to each client’s unique culture, circumstances, and business development needs.   growth[period]’s Executive Advisory Program supports clients at every stage, whether the client is a high-growth start-up, a late-stage company preparing for a transaction, or a multinational public company. Similarly, the program is intended to support companies ranging from those with no or limited business development resources to those with well-established growth/transaction teams.   About growth[period] For more than 15 years, growth[period]’s management consulting, business development, strategy and transaction advisory services have focused on serving the principal challenges faced by the federal contractors and commercial businesses hoping to enter 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; assist with navigating the federal marketplace; represent them in partnering agreements; and/or 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.

growth[period] welcomes David Mounts Gonzales as a Member of its Board of Directors |  Mounts Gonzales, the Retired Chairman and CEO of Inmar Intelligence, will advise growth[period] on operational and financial transaction matters. |  Tyson’s Corner, Virginia – November 10, 2023 | Mounts retired as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Inmar in 2022. He joined Inmar as CEO in April 2010 and assumed the additional role of Chairman in February 2014. During his tenure he has transformed Inmar Intelligence from a small business service company to a market leading data platform and software business with nearly 20,000 retail and healthcare company customers. Mounts Gonzales has extensive operations, logistics, technology, and financial management experience. His expertise in investment, digital transformation, industry and government collaboration, and corporate development has supported transformative product innovation and the growth of information-driven networks globally. Prior to joining the Inmar team, Mounts Gonzales was Executive Vice President, Supply Chain Services for Domino’s Pizza from October 2007 to March 2010, which generated $1 billion in annual sales. Mounts was also Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Domino’s Pizza from October 2005 through October 2007. From 1983 to 2005, Mounts served numerous roles with UPS, Incorporated, including Corporate Controller, U.S. Operations, where he was responsible for finance and accounting activities for a business that generated annual revenues of $26 billion. From 2002 to 2005, Mounts was Chief Financial Officer for UPS Supply Chain Solutions Group, a $7 billion supply chain organization providing services in 120 countries. From 1999 to 2002, Mounts was Vice President, Mergers and Acquisitions, for UPS. Mounts serves on the board of Evolv Technology.  He was also was past Chairman of the Wharton Alumni Executive Board and currently serves on the Wharton Graduate Executive Board and the MyFutureNC Board, and is an Advisor to Corridor Capital. He previously served on the Board of Visitors for the Wake Forest University School of Business and the Board of Directors of Papa Murphy’s Holdings, Inc., and is a founding member of the Advisory Board for Wake Forest Innovation Quarter. Mounts holds an MBA from The Wharton School of Business – The University of Pennsylvania, and a BSBA Dual Major in Management Information Systems and Finance from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Courtney B. Spaeth, growth[period]’s CEO, states that “We could not be more thrilled to have David join our Board of Directors. He is a very accomplished, well respected senior executive who brings a wealth of private and public company experience to our firm. He will be a tremendous asset to our leadership team as well as to our clients.” growth[period] is a provider of business development and transaction advisory services worldwide and is headquartered in Tyson’s Corner, Virginia. CONTACT |  Hunter Congdon |  703 556 0111 | info@growthprd.com

Tyson’s Corner, Virginia – October 18, 2023 – growth[period], a provider of business development and transaction advisory services worldwide, today announced that Deirdre Murray has joined the firm’s Executive Advisory Team. Based out of growth[period]’s Virginia office, she will advise clients on strategic growth and business development in the federal contracting market in her role as a Strategic Client Advisor.   “Deirdre has an impressive combination of telecom, government contracting, and business development experience, and has a wealth of experience helping companies navigate the federal government,” said Courtney B. Spaeth, CEO of growth[period]. “We are pleased to welcome her as the newest member of our Executive Advisory Team. We know she will be a valued resource and advisor to a broad range of clients, especially those in the telecom and government contracting sector.”   Deirdre Murray brings 35 years of experience in the public and private sectors having held key positions in management, operations, marketing and business development at GTE (now Verizon), Sprint (now T-Mobile), and CenturyLink (earlier US WEST and Qwest Communications, now Lumen Technologies).  She remains active in the Federal IT community serving in leadership roles with several professional associations.   Murray is a two-time Federal Computer Week “FED 100” and Women in Technology’s “Lifetime Achievement” honoree.   Murray joins growth[period]’s innovative Executive Advisory Team, which offers clients experience-based, actionable, and business-focused advice. As an experienced business development executive, Murray helps growth[period]’s clients develop and prioritize practical approaches and solutions suited to each client’s unique culture, circumstances, and business development needs. growth[period]’s Executive Advisory Program supports clients at every stage, whether the client is a high-growth start-up, a late-stage company preparing for a transaction, or a multinational public company. Similarly, the program is intended to support companies ranging from those with no or limited business development resources to those with well-established growth/transaction teams. For more information, visit growth[period] at www.growthprd.com.      

About growth[period] For more than 15 years, growth[period]’s management consulting, business development, strategy and transaction advisory services have focused on serving the principal challenges faced by the federal contractors and commercial businesses hoping to enter 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; assist with navigating the federal marketplace; represent them in partnering agreements; and/or 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   Hunter Congdon   703 556 0111   info@growthprd.com

September, 2023 - growth[period] is excited to announce that CEO Courtney Spaeth has been profiled in The Inc. Magazine, a leading business publication.

Courtney B. Spaeth’s journey from the national security corridors to the helm of the very successful global strategic business development and transaction advisory firm, growth[period], is a testament to her exceptional determination and visionary leadership.   Mrs. Spaeth started her career in the aerospace-defense security sector, including working for the Department of Defense, the Department of Justice and at Fortune 100 companies. While at the Department of Defense she also worked in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations and Low-intensity Conflict’s Counter Terrorism division prior to 911. However, she eventually pivoted to becoming an entrepreneur and her seventeen years of success as CEO of growth[period] underscores the wisdom of that choice.   “I wanted to create a company where we could help other companies with their growth challenges. Also, it was important to me to create a culture that was not grounded in fear- I wanted the people who work there to know that it is not mistakes that matter but the intent behind them. growth[period] has won the Best Place to Work in the National Capitol Region nine years out of the last ten – so we have been very successful at establishing and sustaining a healthy and productive work culture,“- explains Mrs. Spaeth.

Read the full article here: https://theincmagazine.com/courtney-b-spaeth-spearheading-growth-and-change/

growth[period] and GW Group have entered into a strategic partnership - opening up the Canadian and U.S. markets to clients of both firms. This partnership will allow both companies to combine their unique strengths, resources, and expertise to create an even more successful business. growth[period] will now have an office in Toronto serving clients across Canada and GW Group will now have an office in the Washington, DC region serving clients across the United States.   Tyson’s Corner, Virginia – September 5, 2023 – growth[period], a provider of business development and transaction advisory services worldwide, today announced they have signed a formal strategic partnership agreement with GW Group (www.thegwgroup.ca), a government relations and communications solutions firm in Canada. “We are delighted to partner with growth[period], a focused and impactful organization that delivers for its clients worldwide. Their leadership and deep understanding of markets guides their approach to helping organizations grow sustainably and with intention.” – Jill Wilson, Partner, GW Group GW Group is a public affairs firm offering government relations and communications solutions for clients across Canada.  GW Group is a results-oriented firm that connects clients to the right people with the right message – ensuring that clients have a seat at the table. growth[period]’s Canadian practice supports clients at every stage, whether the client is a high-growth start-up, a late-stage company preparing for a transaction, or a multinational public company. Similarly, the program is intended to support companies ranging from those with no or limited business development resources to those with well-established growth/transaction teams. For more information, visit growth[period] at www.growthprd.com and the GW Group at www.thegwgroup.ca. “Jill and Ryan lead an exceptional team and their focus on results is outstanding,” said Courtney B. Spaeth, CEO of growth[period]. “We have been working in country in Canada for over a decade across numerous sectors and feel strongly that our strategic partnership with the GW Group is the next step in helping our clients realize strategic growth.” CONTACT Hunter Congdon, growth[period] 703 556 0111 info@growthprd.com   Jill Wilson, GW Group 416 579 9627 jill@thegwgroup.ca  

Tyson’s Corner, Virginia – July 26, 2023 – growth[period], a provider of business development and transaction advisory services worldwide, today announced that Sandy Peavy has joined the firm’s Executive Advisory Program. Based out of growth[period]’s Virginia office, she will advise clients on strategic growth and business development in the federal contracting market in her role as an Executive Advisor.

 

Peavy has substantial experience in the government contracting industry, particularly the federal civilian sector, based on her 13 years as CIO of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) and as a founding member of the Department of Homeland Security’s CIO Council where she worked closely across all DHS component agencies. Previously she worked in support of the Air Force and what is now Space Command. In her many roles in the Senior Executive Service, Peavy built and led diverse, talented, and collaborative teams and advised on key strategic business initiatives, among other matters.

 

Peavy joins growth[period]’s innovative Executive Advisory Program, which offers clients experience-based, actionable, and business-focused advice. As former government agency CIO, with significant operational responsibilities, Peavy helps growth[period]’s clients develop and prioritize practical approaches and solutions suited to each client’s unique culture, circumstances, and business development needs.

 

growth[period]’s Executive Advisory Program supports clients at every stage, whether the client is a high-growth start-up, a late-stage company preparing for a transaction, or a multinational public company. Similarly, the program is intended to support companies ranging from those with no or limited business development resources to those with well-established growth/transaction teams.

 

“Sandy has an impressive combination of industry and government experience, and has directly managed important strategic, operational, and growth initiatives,” said Courtney B. Spaeth, CEO of growth[period]. “We’re pleased to welcome her as the newest member of our Executive Advisory Program. We know she’ll be a valued resource and advisor to a broad range of clients, especially those in the government contracting sector.” “I’ve always enjoyed the advisory role and the many ways that general advisors can contribute to a company’s success and growth,” Peavy said. “I was thrilled about the chance to join growth[period] and draw from my experience to help the firm’s clients address important strategic and growth functions.”

 

About growth[period]

 

For more than 15 years, growth[period]’s management consulting, business development, strategy and transaction advisory services have focused on serving the principal challenges faced by the federal contractors and commercial businesses hoping to enter 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; assist with navigating the federal marketplace; represent them in partnering agreements; and/or 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.

 

    May 2023-- growth[period] is excited to announce the company has been named to Washington Business Journal's Best Places to Work for 2023. This is the seventh time growth[period] has received this distinction in nine years. "It is rewarding to see this recognition for all the ongoing work of our team to create a close-knit, inclusive and productive working environment." said CEO Courtney Spaeth. Washington Business Journal presents an annual list of the D.C. region's best workplaces, as determined by Quantum Workplace. You can find the full list here: Best Places to Work in Greater Washington: Small Companies - Washington Business Journal (bizjournals.com)  

May 2023-- growth[period] was pleased to be a sponsor of the Make a Wish Foundation Women’s Lunch. Strong women making a difference!

May 2023-- growth[period] is excited to announce that CEO Courtney Spaeth, Senior Partner Lyn Sherlock, and Senior Project Director Hunter Congdon have been featured in Washington Business Journal's People on the Move in Washington DC. Courtney B. Spaeth is the CEO and founder of growth[period], and is proud to lead a team recognized as a Washington Business Journal Best Place to Work for the 7th time in 9 years. You can view Courtney's recognition here. Brigadier General (USAF ret.) Lyn Sherlock is the Senior Partner for growth[period]’s Federal, Aerospace & Defense practice. Lyn oversees client accounts and delivers innovative and results-oriented solutions. You can view Lyn's recognition here. Hunter Congdon is a Senior Director with growth[period] where he supports commercial and federal clients across growth[period]’s five verticals. You can view his recognition here. growth[period] is proud to have these highly skilled achievers on the team!

February 2023: As a part of our longstanding support for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, growth[period] is proud to be a sponsor of the Mid Atlantic region's Wish Ball 2023. Make-A-Wish creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. The Make-A-Wish vision is to grant the wish of every child diagnosed with a critical illness. In the U.S. and its territories, a wish is granted every 34 minutes. A wish can be that spark that helps these children believe that anything is possible and gives them the strength to fight harder against their illnesses.