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Eighth Annual Radiant Systems Sprint for Cancer Raises More Than $100,000 for Georgia Cancer Foundation

850 runners and volunteers raise awareness for local cancer prevention organization

ATLANTA (April 22, 2010) — The Radiant Charity Corporation, the nonprofit organization supported by Radiant Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: RADS), today announced that the eighth annual Radiant Systems Sprint for Cancer road race raised more than $100,000 for the Georgia Cancer Foundation. More than 850 runners and volunteers participated in the 5K and 10K road races on April 18 at Atlantic Station.

“It is so exciting to be a part of the continued success Sprint for Cancer sees each year and the way that Radiant has been able to impact cancer awareness and prevention across our state,” said Chris Lybeer, a Sprint for Cancer founder and vice president at Radiant Systems. “Radiant employees truly embody the company’s mission to help those in need in our local communities, and Sprint for Cancer is one of the many ways that we do this each year.”

The Radiant Systems Sprint for Cancer race is orchestrated by a combination of Atlanta-based Radiant employees and community volunteers. This year’s race was complete with family-friendly events and other fun activities in conjunction with the 5K and 10K courses that emanated from Atlantic Station on Sunday morning.

“Georgia Cancer Foundation is grateful that events like Sprint for Cancer continue to spread the message of our organization and support our efforts to help those in our state receive life-saving screenings and patient services for the medically underserved in our communities,” said Tracy Madigan, executive director at the Georgia Cancer Foundation. “We truly appreciate the dedication and hard work of the people at Radiant in making Sprint for Cancer a success.”

Special thanks go out to all of the sponsors for this event:

  • Platinum Sponsors
    • Avant
    • Georgia Aquarium
    • DLA Piper
  • Silver Sponsors
    • 3M
    • Ford & Harrison
    • Microsoft
    • Cigna
    • Smith Gambrell & Russell, LLP
    • Ultratech, Inc.
    • Wells Fargo
    • Univision
  • Bronze Sponsors
    • Conway Shipping
    • Creaxion
    • Del-Tec
    • Fish & Richardson
    • Kroger
    • Needle and Rosenberg
    • Chloride Power
    • QVS Software, Inc.
    • Specialty Roll
    • Tomkiewicz Wright, LLC
    • AdminAmerica
    • APG Cash Drawer
    • Einstein’s Bagels
    • BR Metal Technology
    • AMC Theatres
    • Delta
    • Just Fitness 4U
    • Jolie Day Spa

About the Radiant Charity Corporation
Founded in 2003 as a not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) organization, the Radiant Charity Corporation serves as the principal charitable giving vehicle for Radiant Systems and its employees. Since 2003 the Radiant Charity Corporation has raised more than $620,000 through the donations and fundraising activities of Radiant Systems and its employees. More information about The 2010 Sprint for Cancer @ Atlantic Station can be found online at www.sprintforcancer.com/atlanta.

About the Georgia Cancer Foundation
Georgia Cancer Foundation, based in Atlanta, provides education, early detection, and support for cancer patients and families throughout Georgia. The Foundation's innovative programs benefit those affected by all types of cancer. For more information, visit www.gacancerfoundation.org.

About Radiant Systems, Inc.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Radiant Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: RADS) is a global provider of innovative technology to the hospitality and retail industries. For more than two decades, Radiant's point of sale hardware and software solutions have helped to redefine the consumer experience in more than 100,000 restaurants, retail stores, stadiums, parks, arenas, cinemas, convenience stores, fuel centers and other customer-service venues. Radiant has offices in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. For more information about Radiant Systems:

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