GAMETIME Ranks Among Fastest Growing Companies in North America on Deloitte’s 2018 Technology Fast 500™

GAMETIME, the leader in last-minute ticketing, today announces it ranked as No. 292 on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500™, a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, and energy tech companies in North America. Since launching in 2013, GAMETIME has seen swift and steady growth, and now serves 60 cities in the US and Canada. GAMETIME credits the company’s growth to its mobile-centric approach and focus on last-minute ticketing that makes it as easy as two clicks for fans to get into sporting events and live music and shows. 

“From getting into sporting events to concerts and theatre, the importance of convenience is more evident than ever in our mobile-first world,” stated CEO of GAMETIME, Brad Griffith. “Our commitment to making it as simple as possible to get the best seats at the best price continues to prove its value for Millennials and Gen-Z, and resulted in another stellar year of growth. We’re honored to be recognized by Deloitte for our growth for the second consecutive year.”

As Millennials continue to flex their spending power, an overwhelming majority choose to spend their disposable income on creating memories and having new experiences with friends. In fact, 78 percent of millennials prefer experiences to products. GAMETIME’s highly curated marketplace, only shows the best value tickets, helping users find the best seats for the experiences they crave. 

“Congratulations to the Deloitte 2018 Technology Fast 500 winners on this impressive achievement,” said Sandra Shirai, vice chairman, Deloitte LLP, and U.S. technology, media and telecommunications leader. “These companies are innovators who have converted their disruptive ideas into products, services, and experiences that can captivate new customers and drive remarkable growth.”

“Software, which accounts for nearly two of every three companies on the list, continues to produce some of the most exciting technologies of the 21st century, including innovations in artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, and robotics,” said Mohana Dissanayake, partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP, and Industry Leader for technology, media and telecommunications, within Deloitte’s audit and assurance practice. “This year’s ranking demonstrates what is likely a national phenomenon, where many companies from all parts of America are transforming the way we do business by combining breakthrough research and development, entrepreneurship and rapid growth.”

GAMETIME previously ranked 43 as a Technology Fast 500™ award winner for 2017. Overall, 2018 Technology Fast 500™ companies achieved revenue growth ranging from 143 percent to 77,260 percent from 2014 to 2017, with median growth of 412 percent.

To download GAMETIME, visit the Google Play Store or App Store here. 

About Deloitte’s 2018 Technology Fast 500™
Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500 provides a ranking of the fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, and energy tech companies — both public and private — in North America. Technology Fast 500 award winners are selected based on percentage fiscal year revenue growth from 2014 to 2017.

In order to be eligible for Technology Fast 500 recognition, companies must own proprietary intellectual property or technology that is sold to customers in products that contribute to a majority of the company’s operating revenues. Companies must have base-year operating revenues of at least $50,000 USD, and current-year operating revenues of at least $5 million USD. Additionally, companies must be in business for a minimum of four years and be headquartered within North America.

About GAMETIME 
GAMETIME is the leading mobile marketplace for last-minute tickets to live events. With GAMETIME, you can buy and sell tickets to sports, concerts, theater and more, in just seconds — even after the event has started. GAMETIME presents only the best value tickets, offering a two-tap check-out that delivers tickets directly to your phone. Founded in 2012 to unite the world through shared experiences, GAMETIME is available in 60 markets in the U.S. and Canada. To learn more, visit gametime.co, or download the app from the App store or the Google Play store.

About Deloitte
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