The PTR Group Makes Inc. 5000 for Third Consecutive Year

Oct. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Inc. Magazine has ranked The PTR Group, a leading real-time and embedded technology engineering services provider, 3,603rd on its annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in the country. The list is the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy -- America's independent-minded entrepreneurs.

 This marks the third consecutive appearance on the list by the PTR Group which demonstrated significant growth in the three year period from 2005 to 2008.

 "We have continued to grow because we keep delivering for our customers," says Todd Brackett, company President/CEO. "We are thrilled to appear on the list for a third consecutive year. This really is indicative of the kind of problem solving talent we have in our company that performs year after year."

 The 2009 Inc. 5000 serve as a unique report card on the U.S. economy. Despite the ongoing recession, aggregate revenue among the companies on the list actually increased to $214 billion, up $29 billion from last year, with a median three-year growth rate of 126 percent. The Inc. 5000 are responsible for creating more than 1 million jobs since their founding, making the list perhaps the best example of the impact private, fast-growing companies can have on the economy.

 About Inc. Magazine

 Founded in 1979 and acquired in 2005 by Mansueto Ventures LLC, Inc. (www.inc.com) is the only major business magazine dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies that delivers real solutions for today's innovative company builders. With a total paid circulation of 712,961, Inc. provides hands-on tools and market-tested strategies for managing people, finances, sales, marketing, and technology. Visit us online at Inc.com.

 About The PTR Group

 The PTR Group is an experienced team of technical professionals specializing in embedded, real-time and distributed systems solutions and services. These services include hardware and software development, prototype development, consulting and training exclusively for the needs of the embedded and real-time Federal and Commercial markets. The company was founded in 2000 and has experienced consistent client continuance since inception. The PTR Group Inc. is employee owned and has offices located in Virginia and Maryland.