15 November 2012

GigOptix ranks on Deloitte’s 2012 Technology Fast 500 list

GigOptix Inc of San Jose, CA, USA (a fabless supplier of analog semiconductor and optical components enabling high-speed end-to-end information streaming over optical fiber and wireless networks) has ranked 125th on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500 (conducted by Deloitte & Touche LLP), a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences and clean technology companies in North America. Technology Fast 500 award winners are selected based on percentage fiscal year revenue growth from 2007 to 2011. GigOptix grew 916% during the period.

“Upon inception in 2007, we created a business strategy based upon 3 pillars: 1. Innovation; 2. Execution; and 3. Financial Growth Engine. These core ideals still hold true and strong today and have helped us become the leader in 100G semiconductor and optical components that enable high-speed information streaming,” says GigOptix’s chairman and CEO, Dr. Avi Katz.

“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 GigOptix for this impressive accomplishment.”

GigOptix previously ranked 95th as a Technology Fast 500 award winner for 2011.

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