SAN RAMON, CA - September 15, 2008 - The Corporation for Manufacturing Excellence (Manex), a leading provider of proven advisory and implementation solutions exclusively to manufacturers, distributors, and their supply chains, announced today that it was named one of the region's fastest-growing companies by the East Bay Business Times in its annual "Fast 50" list. Manex ranked seventh within the Fast 50 list, as a result of a solid 341 percent increase in revenue during the past three years.

Manex President and CEO Brent Meyers credits exceptional client service, innovative solutions, and a highly talented team for the company's continued, rapid growth.

"We are honored to be recognized by the East Bay Business Times as one of the Fast 50," said Meyers. "Our growth has been fueled by manufacturers' demand for high-impact solutions that help them significantly increase and sustain growth and profitability in this globally competitive and economically turbulent environment. Recognition is due to our clients, stakeholders, partners, and to our dedicated team who consistently deliver solutions well beyond our clients' expectations. We look forward to building on our successes and continuing to drive growth in our clients' businesses as they leverage our team's unique expertise."

The Fast 50 ranks companies located in the greater San Francisco East Bay area by percent revenue growth during the most recent three fiscal years. Finalists are determined through an independent audit and evaluation process.

About Manex
Founded in 1995, The Corporation for Manufacturing Excellence (Manex) provides a broad array of proven advisory and implementation solutions exclusively to manufacturers, distributors and their supply chains, enabling them to increase growth, productivity, quality and profitability. Manex delivers high-impact solutions in four key areas: strategy, people, process and performance. Meaningful, rapid impact and ROI are achieved through a modular-yet-holistic approach encompassing corporate strategy and planning, marketing strategy, training and development, Lean manufacturing, supply chain and logistics, Six Sigma, ISO and performance management systems. For more information visit, www.manexconsulting.com.