ANDREWS SPACE MAKES INNER CITY TOP 100 LIST
Company CEO receives coveted invitation to attend Inner City 100 Summit
Seattle, WA, June 10, 2008 - Inc. Magazine recognizes Andrews Space Inc. (Andrews) as one of the fastest growing inner-city companies in America by being named one of the Inner City 100 for the second year in a row. The 2008 Inner City 100 is a ranking created by the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC) and Inc. Magazine of the 100 fastest-growing businesses in inner city communities nationwide. Andrews made the list due to their astounding growth in revenues over the last five years and for their dedication to core values and corporate principals.
Since its first full year of operations in 2000, Andrews has average over 50% annual growth In both revenues and personnel. Andrews' corporate office is located in near downtown Seattle, WA with additional offices in California, Colorado, Alabama and Texas.
"Our dedicated and hard working employees account for the success of the company. "We are proud of the team we have created and we welcome the opportunity for continued expansion." Said Marian Joh, Andrews Space CEO.
In November 2007 Andrews acquired Automated Controlled Environments in Valencia, CA to further expand its competitive edge in aerospace avionics, robotics, systems engineering and integration.
"We measure our success not only by revenue growth, but by how well we improve our services in aerospace systems integration, product development, and technical services," said Joh. "It is extremely rewarding to be recognized for our efforts."
Andrews supports inner city communities by sponsoring local high schools, such as the Tacoma Robotics Club, in the FIRST robotics competition. In addition, employees volunteer through community service and fundraising activities.
Inc. magazine is the leading publication for growing companies and entrepreneurs. Now in its 10th year, the Inner City 100 list provides unmatched original data on the fastest growing inner-city businesses in the U.S. Since the list's introduction, 486 companies have been responsible for the creation of over 50,000 jobs and generating over $21 billion in sales in a variety of industries.
About the Company:
Andrews Space is a cost effective systems integrator, developer of advanced products and technologies, and provider of innovative technical solutions. Andrews Space is located in Seattle, WA with offices in California, Colorado, Alabama and Texas.