Connecticut Technology Council Announces 2010 Marcum Tech Top 40 Winners

HARTFORD, Conn., Sept. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- The Connecticut Technology Council and Marcum LLP have announced the 2010 Marcum Tech Top 40, the annual list of the 40 fastest growing technology companies in Connecticut. Companies on the list are grouped into six technology verticals: Software, IT Services, Life Sciences, Advanced Manufacturing, New Media/Internet/Telecom and Energy/ Environmental Technologies and are evaluated on the basis of revenue growth over the last four years. Companies considered for this recognition have at least $3M in revenue, with some of the public companies winning this year exceeding $1 Billion.

The list is made up primarily of privately held companies, but also includes twelve public companies, including, among others: Priceline.com, FuelCell Energy and FactSet Research.  Geographically, Fairfield County leads with 17 companies followed by Hartford County and New Haven County each with nine companies.

"We are committed to celebrating innovation among a diverse array of businesses in Connecticut," said Anthony P. Scillia, Managing Partner of the New England Practice of Marcum LLP. "Marcum's support of the technology sector is perfectly in-line with the Connecticut Technology Council's mission of providing leadership in areas of policy advocacy, community building and assistance for growing companies. We hope to raise awareness for these 40 outstanding Connecticut businesses who have led by example for other technology companies."

"Connecticut is proud of its innovation heritage. This list reinforces each year that the state's tech sector continues to grow and prosper," said Matthew Nemerson, President and CEO of the Connecticut Technology Council.

The Council and Marcum LLP will honor the winning companies October 28 at the Oakdale Theater in Wallingford. At the event, which will also include a poster fair featuring the Marcum LLP Tech Top 40 companies, six category winners will be announced, along with the company with the greatest percentage growth in revenue across all the technology verticals. CTC and Discover Video will stream a webcast of the awards ceremony.

This year's event sponsors include: Marcum LLP, CNA Insurance, the law firm of Pullman & Comley, Webster Bank, Connecticut Innovations, McLaughlin, DelVecchio & Casey, The Pita Group, Robert Half Technology and Wellstone Insurance.

The Connecticut Technology Council

The Connecticut Technology Council is a statewide association of technology oriented companies and institutions, providing leadership in areas of policy advocacy, community building and assistance for growing companies. Speaking for over 2,000 companies that employ some 200,000 residents, the Connecticut Technology Council seeks to provide a strong and urgent voice in support of the creation of a culture of innovation. This includes working to position Connecticut as a leader in idea creation, workforce preparation, entrepreneurial aptitude, early stage risk capital availability and providing on-going support and mentoring to high potential firms. For more information, visit www.ct.org.

Marcum LLP

Marcum LLP is one of the largest independent public accounting and advisory services firms in the nation. Ranked 15th among the "Top 25 Firms" by Inside Public Accounting, Marcum offers the resources of more than 950 professionals, including more than 120 partners, in 15 offices throughout New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Florida and Grand Cayman. The Firm's presence runs deep with full service offices strategically located in major business markets. Marcum offers an extensive range of professional services and a high degree of specialization. In addition to traditional accounting, assurance and tax, including domestic and international tax planning and preparation, the Firm's professional services include mergers and acquisition planning, family office services, forensic accounting and litigation support. For more information, visit www.marcumllp.com.

SOURCE Marcum LLP