Frost & Sullivan Awards to Celebrate Growth and Innovation at GIL 2009

The current economic downturn has had an undoubtedly profound effect on companies from every industry across the globe. The news is littered with stories of bankruptcy, budget cuts, delayed projects and downsizing. What is rarely heard are the stories of companies who are staying afloat and even expanding during these troubling times. What sets these prosperous companies apart from their failing counterparts is their focus on growth and innovation, which is the key to succeed in such a tumultuous economic climate.

Frost & Sullivan will celebrate the success of these companies at the ì2009 Growth Excellence Awards Banquetî on Wednesday 20 May. Movers & Shakers from around the world will be honoured during this event which will be held at the Sofitel St. James in London following Frost & Sullivanís Global Congress on Corporate Growth - GIL. Top performers across several industries including Automotive & Transportation, Information & Communication Technologies, Energy & Environment, and Automation & Electronics will be recognised for their success at this prestigious event.

ìThe need for innovation within both industry and corporation is urgent, with a focus on growth more relevant than ever. It is during these uncertain times that the winners of the future will emerge, and many of these achievements will be recognised during Frost & Sullivanís Growth Excellence Awardsî, says Frost & Sullivanís Partner John Raspin, who is co-ordinating GIL 2009: Europe.

Over 25 awards will be presented at the awards ceremony, which span across a wide spectrum of areas, including Growth Strategy Leadership, Product Innovation, Green Excellence, Technology Innovation, Product Line Strategy, Hot Investment Opportunity and Company of the Year.

The Frost & Sullivan ì2009 Growth Excellence Awards Banquetî, will be held in conjunction with the ìGIL 2009 – Europe: Growth, Innovation & Leadershipî held at the Sofitel St. James, London from 19 – 20 May. This is first time Frost & Sullivanís global congress on corporate growth will be held in Europe and this flagship event will bring new perspectives and ideas from contemporary growth thought leaders.

To register, obtain a programme agenda, explore sponsorship opportunities, or attend as a member of the media for 'GIL 2009: Europe', please contact Chiara Carella, Head of Corporate Communications for Frost & Sullivan in Europe, at chiara.carella@frost.com. One-on-One interviews with Frost & Sullivan senior growth consultants are also being scheduled. For more information you can also visit www.frost.com/giluk

For further information or complimentary media passes for the Frost & Sullivanís ì2009 Growth Excellence Awards Banquetî please contact Jasmine Malone at Frost & Sullivan on 0207 915 7869 or email jasmine.malone@frost.com