Vancouver, WA USA May 4, 2009 – For the fourth year in a row, nLight has been named in Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500 as one of the fastest growing technology companies in North America. nLIGHT is a leading manufacturer of high-power semiconductor lasers and has continued to expand into new markets with global operations.
“We’re pleased to be recognized by Deloitte. It's an honor to be included again among this grouping of outstanding companies,” said Scott Keeney, nLIGHT President and CEO.
“The Technology Fast 500 organizations are innovating with increasing speed and global vision helping to deliver breakthrough growth in their respective markets. It’s these visionary organizations and leaders that deliver greatness, even during these difficult economic times. nLIGHT has consistently proven to be an innovative, growth oriented organization, and we’re pleased to have them as part of the Deloitte Technology Fast 500,” said Larry Hile a partner in Deloitte’s Technology, Media & Telecommunications practice based in Seattle.
Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500 is an award that recognizes the fastest growing technology, media, telecommunication and life sciences companies in North America based on percentage fiscal year revenue growth over five years (2004-2008). nLIGHT achieved a ranking of 76th of the fastest growing 500 technology companies in North America during 2008.
About nLIGHT Corporation
nLIGHT is a leading supplier of innovative high-power semiconductor lasers and high-performance specialty optical fibers for industrial, medical, defense and consumer applications. nLIGHT partners with customers to provide advantages in performance, reliability and efficiency. Global support is provided through state-of-the-art manufacturing and application centers in North America, Europe, and Asia. (www.nlight.net)
About Deloitte
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