18/11-08   -   Press releases

Intelius Ranked Number 127 Fastest Growing Company in North America on Deloitte’s 2008 Technology Fast 500

1566.27 Percent Growth Resulting from Innovative Information Products and Services

Intelius today announced that it ranked number 127 on Deloitte’s 2008 Technology Fast 500, a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications and life sciences companies in North America. Rankings are based on percentage of fiscal year revenue growth over five years, from 2003–2007. Intelius grew 1566.27 percent during this period.

“Intelius’ success over the last five years is a result of a companywide commitment to delivering world class information that connects, protects and empowers consumers and business leaders," said Intelius CEO, Naveen Jain. “We’re honored to be among these esteemed companies."

"Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500 recognizes companies who have achieved extraordinary growth in North America’s most innovative and competitive market sectors," said Phil Asmundson, Deloitte LLP vice chairman and national managing partner for Technology, Media and Telecommunications. "We congratulate Intelius on this significant accomplishment."

In addition to ranking on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500, Intelius ranked eight on the Washington Technology Fast 50, which is a ranking of the 50 fastest growing technology firms in Washington State.

Overall, companies that ranked on the 2008 Technology Fast 500 had growth rates ranging from 242 to 138,762 percent over five years, with an average growth rate of 3,043 percent.

Fast 500 Selection and Qualifying Criteria
The Fast 500 ranks the fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications and life sciences companies in North America. It is compiled from Deloitte’s regional North American Fast 50 programs, nominations submitted directly to the Fast 500, and public company database research. Companies are selected based on percentage revenue growth from 2003 to 2007.

Entrants must own proprietary intellectual property or proprietary technology that contributes to a significant portion of the company´s operating revenues or devote a significant proportion of revenues to research and development of technology. Using other companies´ technology or intellectual property in a unique way does not qualify. Base-year operating revenues must be at least $50,000 USD or $75,000 CD, and current-year operating revenues must be at least $5 million USD or CD. Companies must be in business a minimum of five years, and they must be headquartered within North America.

About Intelius

Intelius is a leading information service provider that delivers consumers and businesses with information to empower the decision-making process for peace of mind and security. To date, Intelius has gained more than seven million unique customers who use Intelius´ information to reconnect and protect their loved ones, businesses and assets. Intelius´ services include background checks, people search services, comprehensive employment screening services and an award-winning identity theft prevention product. Intelius is one of the top 100 most trafficked sites on the Internet, according to comScore/Media Metrix. Intelius was listed as an Inc. 500 company and was named one of Washington´s top three Best Workplaces by the Puget Sound Business Journal in 2007, and in 2006, Intelius was named the American Business Awards´ Best New Company, and was listed amongst the top 15 Corporate Philanthropists by Puget Sound Business Journal. For more about Intelius screening products and services, visit http://hr.intelius.com. For more about Intelius´ business, news and policies, visit http://www.intelius.com/corp.


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