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Tyson’s Corner, Virginia – December 4, 2024 – growth[period], a provider of business development and transaction advisory services worldwide, today announced that Stacy Schwartz has joined the firm’s executive leadership team. Based out of growth[period]’s Virginia office, she will advise clients in the telecommunications, technology, and public safety markets on growth strategies and mergers and acquisitions. “Stacy’s track record of achieving astronomical growth throughout her career on behalf of her clients makes her an invaluable addition to growth[period]’s Executive Leadership Team. Her ability to build high-performing teams, deliver creative business strategies, and lead transformative initiatives like FirstNet will provide tremendous value to our clients,” commented Courtney B. Spaeth, CEO of growth[period]. Ms. Schwartz most recently led the Public Sector business at RingCentral, where she drove significant growth and initiated the FedRamp certification process. Prior to RingCentral, she served in executive roles at AT&T for 26 years, generating growth in Federal, State, and Local Government Markets, including Education. Notably, Ms. Schwartz spearheaded the strategy for FirstNet, the nation’s first-ever Public Safety Broadband Network, a transformative project that supported the safety community with cutting-edge communication capabilities. Her leadership in building the go-to market strategy and growing the program to over 4.5 million subscribers within three years was recognized with multiple industry accolades, including a Federal 100 Award and a Stevie Award for Women in Business. 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 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.

OCTOBER 2024 – Cadmus Group, a leading international strategic and technical consulting firm has announced its acquisition of Ventera, a technology consulting firm focused on agile, human-centered design, DevSecOps, leading-edge technologies and practices, and pioneering innovation. growth[period] team was proud to provide buy-side diligence support to the transaction. growth[period] is a leading provider of strategic merger and acquisition support. The company’s services cover all phases of the transaction process, from market intelligence to acquisition target evaluation and identification, through to comprehensive due diligence, sell side advisory work, etc. Learn more by visiting growthperiod.com. CONTACT Hunter Congdon +1.703.556.0111 growthperiod.com FURTHER INFORMATION: Cadmus Acquires Award-Winning Digital Transformation Leader Ventera - Cadmus (cadmusgroup.com)

June 2024 - growth[period] is pleased to announce their recent completion of managing the Transition Management Office activities in support of the divestiture of Raytheon’s $1.3 billion cybersecurity and intelligence division (April 2024)– now known as the standalone entity Nightwing. “It was a successful transition management project working in support of the new management team of Nightwing” - says Courtney Spaeth, CEO of growth[period]. "We congratulate Nightwing on their successful completion and integration of the transaction and look forward to their success in the future."   growth[period] is a leading provider of strategic merger and acquisition support – including providing Transition Management expertise for divestitures and acquisitions. The company’s services cover all phases of the transaction process, from market intelligence to acquisition target and identification, through to comprehensive due diligence, sell side and buy advisory work, etc. Learn more by visiting www.growthprd.com

MAY 2024 - Congratulations to Apogee Engineering LLC on their acquisition by Bernhard Capital Partners (BCP).  Apogee’s proven 20-year track record providing some of the most cutting-edge technology integration, modernization, and cybersecurity training solutions to critical government customers will be a valuable addition to BCP’s growing GovCon portfolio. The growth[period] team was proud to serve as Apogee Engineering’s sell side advisor. According to Apogee’s CEO, Frank Varga, “growth[period) was instrumental in preparing Apogee for the transaction. Their team helped navigate the path to exit for our founders while also finding the right home for Apogee and our amazing workforce. With their help, Apogee is set up for tremendous success into the future.” growth[period] is a leading provider of strategic merger and acquisition support. The company’s services cover all phases of the transaction process, from market intelligence to acquisition target evaluation and identification, through to comprehensive due diligence, sell side advisory work, etc. Learn more here: https://www.bernhardcapital.com/bernhard-capital-partners-expands-government-services-platform-with-acquisition-of-apogee/  

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.

Tyson’s Corner, Virginia – February 10, 2024 – growth[period], a leading provider of strategic management and transaction advisory consulting services, was proud to support DMI’s recent divestiture of its commerce, marketing & strategy, and digital engineering services segment to Encora. This divestiture allows DMI to sharpen its focus on digital transformation and managed services for Federal, state, and local governments. growth[period] provided specialized transition management and strategic advisory services to support the separation.

"We are proud to have supported DMI in this strategic divestiture, which will enable the company to continue its mission of delivering transformative technology solutions," said Courtney B. Spaeth, CEO of growth[period]. "DMI’s refined focus on digital transformation and managed services positions them for continued success in serving the public sector with innovative, mission-critical solutions."

Encora is a leading technology modernization and innovation partner to some of the world’s leading enterprise companies and is a portfolio company of Advent International. With over 1,200 employees, DMI remains a leader in digital transformation, offering managed IT services, agile software development, cloud modernization, AI-driven solutions, cybersecurity innovations, and network management. DMI is a portfolio company of OceanSound partners.

growth[period]’s transaction advisory services vertical provides turnkey solutions for corporate structuring, strategic alignment and buy- and sell-side due diligence that ensure clients are aligned to maximize business success. For more information, visit growth[period] at www.growthprd.com.

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 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

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

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  

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/