

Lighting Science(R) Ranked Number 95 Fastest Growing Company in North America on Deloitte's 2012 Technology Fast 500(TM)
November 19, 2012 10:05 ET
Lighting Science® Ranked Number 95 Fastest Growing Company in North America on Deloitte's 2012 Technology Fast 500™
Attributes 1,214 Percent Revenue Growth to Innovation and Superior Product Performance
SATELLITE BEACH, FL--(Marketwire - Nov 19, 2012) - Lighting Science Group Corporation (
"The companies on the Fast 500 list are among those that have demonstrated remarkable innovation, creativity and business savvy," said Bill Ribaudo, partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP and national TMT leader for audit and enterprise risk services (AERS). "As a result, these companies have continued to successfully forge ahead in a challenging economic environment. We applaud the leadership and employees of Lighting Science for this impressive accomplishment."
Lighting Science's Chief Commercial Officer, Keith Scott, credits engineering innovation and a commitment to quality with the company's 1,214 percent revenue growth. "Our engineers push the boundaries of lighting to create truly unique products in the emerging LED lighting market. Our customers recognize the transforming innovation into reliable products," said Scott.
Overall, 2012 Technology Fast 500™ companies achieved revenue growth ranging from 128 percent to 279,684 percent from 2007 to 2011, with an average growth of 2,774 percent.
For additional information on Lighting Science, visit [ www.lsgc.com ]
About Deloitte's 2012 Technology Fast 500™
Technology Fast 500, conducted by Deloitte & Touche LLP, provides a ranking of the fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences and clean technology companies -- both public and private -- in North America. Technology Fast 500 award winners are selected based on percentage fiscal year revenue growth from 2007 to 2011. In order to be eligible for Technology Fast 500 recognition, companies must own proprietary intellectual property or technology that is sold to customers in products that contribute to a majority of the company's operating revenues. Companies must have base-year operating revenues of at least $50,000 USD or CD, and current-year operating revenues of at least $5 million USD or CD. Additionally, companies must be in business for a minimum of five years, and be headquartered within North America.
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About Lighting Science Group
Lighting Science Group Corporation (
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