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The fastest-growing company in every state and DC

Daniel Coughlin
2/16/2019
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  • Slide 1 of 52: Every year, Inc. magazine compiles the Inc. 5000, the definitive list of the US's fastest-growing private companies based on growth over a three-year period. The latest round-up features a variety of booming businesses, from innovative healthcare and tech start-ups to game-changing construction businesses and quirky consumer goods firms. Read on to discover the most rapidly expanding enterprises in each state and DC.
  • Slide 2 of 52: Founded in 2014, animal hospital network SVP started out with just three hospitals in Alabama and now provides top-class finance, HR, marketing and PR services and more to an impressive 70 facilities spanning 10 states. Partner veterinarians rave about the firm, which turned over $53 million in 2017 and shares their commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care.
  • Slide 3 of 52: ZPA has been in business since 2000 and now owns and operates six eateries and three hotels in the picturesque town of Seward that are doing a roaring trade. The company, which has invested heavily in the local community, reported revenues of $3.1 million in 2017, and is 100% focused on delivering steady, sustainable growth.
  • Slide 4 of 52: Established in 2013 by a team of 10 renewable energy industry veterans, DEPCOM Power designs and builds solar power plants in a cost-effective way using the latest technology and know-how. A big success story from the get-go, the company, which is based in sunny Scottsdale, turned over a whopping $219.6 million in 2017.
  • Slide 5 of 52: Elite Senior Care offers older people who require assistance in their day-to-day lives individualized care and support in their own homes, allowing them to maintain their freedom and independence. Founded in 2013, the Paragould-headquartered enterprise reported revenues of $4.2 million in 2017 and currently operates six offices throughout the Natural State.
  • Slide 6 of 52: The world's first international freight forwarder and customs brokerage built around an online dashboard, Flexport has enjoyed stellar growth since 2013, the year it was founded. The pioneering San Francisco-based firm had a turnover of $224.7 million in 2017 and its digitized shipping services are positively flourishing.
  • Slide 7 of 52: PopSockets makes ingenious little grips, mounts and cases for mobile devices, and originated in 2012 as a Kickstarter campaign by philosophy professor David Barnett. The firm has gone from selling 30,000 grips in 2014 to an eye-opening 35 million in 2017. That same year, PopSockets reported revenues of $168.8 million and, to date, has saved countless screens from cracking.
  • Slide 8 of 52: A thriving disability-owned business that turned over $3.2 million in 2017, Connecticut's fastest-growing company is a staffing agency that helps people with disabilities find employment, utilizing the talents of a workforce that is all too often overlooked. The company was founded in 2012 by Bill Evans, who was fired from his previous job after he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
  • Slide 9 of 52: Founded in 2013, HomeStar Remodeling is a Delaware firm that prides itself on treating customers and staff like family, going the extra mile to ensure each and every roof, window, siding and door-fitting project is undertaken with the utmost care and attention. No wonder the Wilmington-based company is doing so well, having turned over $5.3 million in 2017.
  • Slide 10 of 52: As might be expected, DC's fastest-growing firm provides services to the federal government, ranging from communications and property management to cybersecurity and app development. Established in 2008 by Angela Prentice, the super-successful firm has gone from strength to strength over the past decade, and reported revenues of $9.3 million in 2017.
  • Slide 11 of 52: Florida's Inova US was also set up in 2008 and, like A. Prentice Ray & Associates, the company, which offers direct marketing of products advertised on TV that encompass home fitness, health and beauty and cookware, has enjoyed phenomenal growth. The Key Biscayne-based firm pulled in revenues of $39.4 million in 2017.
  • Slide 12 of 52: This private jet flight broker, which is based at Cobb International Airport in Kennesaw, was co-founded in 2011 by Iranian-born entrepreneur Kambiz Khadem, and has been raking it in ever since. Shaking up the airline industry and then some, the company turned over $21.9 million in 2017.
  • Slide 13 of 52: The Aloha Sate's fastest-growing firm has a name that means 'royalty' in the Hawaiian language, which reflects its dedication to providing superior consulting services to private and public entities. Established by Cariann Ah Loo in 2003, the Honolulu-headquartered enterprise is committed to supporting the economic advancement of Native Hawaiians. It had revenues of $34.6 million in 2017.
  • Slide 14 of 52: ConvertKit is a clever software tool that helps businesses manage and grow their subscriber lists. The Boise-based company was founded in 2013 by author Nathan Barry with just $5,000. By 2017, the company was turning over $9.3 million and counted 18,000 happy customers, and is expected to report revenues exceeding $14 million for 2018 when the figures are announced.
  • Slide 15 of 52: One of America's leading meal kit delivery firms, Home Chef was established in 2013 in Chicago by foodie Pat Vihtelic and has since taken the nation by storm. Boasting the second highest revenues in this round-up, the company, which was snapped up by Kroger last year for $200 million, turned over $255 million in 2017, and now delivers more than three million meals a month.
  • Slide 16 of 52: Founded in 2012 by Eric Garrett, this Greenwood-based real estate firm designs, constructs and manages apartment complexes and, unlike other companies in the industry, it does everything in-house. This unique business model has resulted in exceptional growth, with revenues skyrocketing from $550,000 in 2014 to $82.1 million in 2017.
  • Slide 17 of 52: This Des Moines-based firm operates 36 Valvoline Instant Oil Change franchises across three states. The company was established in 2012 and started out with just five locations. It earned Valvoline's New Franchisee Rookie of the Year award during its first 12 months in business, and was turning over $23.7 million by 2017.
  • Slide 18 of 52: Kansas may be more than 1,000 miles away from the ocean, but that didn't stop entrepreneurs Melanie Bolin, Lina Dickinson and Stephanie Lawrence from setting up their sea- and beach-inspired gift company in the state. Founded in 2012, the Lenexa-headquartered company, which sells scented candles, room sprays, travel wraps and more, reported revenues of $6.6 million in 2017.
  • Slide 19 of 52: Kentucky's fastest-growing company is most definitely the quirkiest in this round-up. Based in Louisville, Cuddle Clones creates custom soft toy copies of pets. Customers simply provide pictures of their favorite companion animal and Cuddle Clones does the rest. The unique firm, which was set up in 2012 by Jennifer Williams, has been a resounding success and turned over $2.5 million in 2017.
  • Slide 20 of 52: Pelican Waste & Debris was founded by a team of five refuse pros in 2013, and the firm, which provides residential and commercial waste and debris removal, has since smashed the competition, reporting revenues of $11.4 million in 2017. The Houma-headquartered company promises a strong commitment to protecting the environment and disposing of waste in a responsible way.
  • Slide 21 of 52: Comeback queen Heather Blease saw her first company go bankrupt, but turned it around spectacularly after founding SaviLinx in 2013. The tech support firm, which is based in Brunswick, has developed a formidable client base in the private and public sectors, and pulled in revenues of $10.5 million in 2017.
  • Slide 22 of 52: This futuristic healthcare company provides tech-enabled care and case management support to people with behavioral challenges 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Launched in 2013 with just one employee and a PowerPoint deck, the next generation service, which is headquartered in Silver Spring, turned over $8 million in 2017, and now boasts a staff of 87.
  • Slide 23 of 52: This people-first recruitment company specializes in filling roles in the IT consulting and digital sector and, according to a review on Glassdoor, “does right what every other in the industry does wrong”. Established in 2014 by five industry veterans, the Stoneham-based human resources enterprise reported revenues of $12.3 million in 2017.
  • Slide 24 of 52: Founded by former Miss Teen Michigan, competitive weightlifter and inventor Sara Moylan in 2012, Shefit is a sports bra company that bagged a lucrative $250,000 investment after appearing on ABC's Shark Tank show in 2015. Since then, the company has enjoyed amazing growth, and was turning over $3 million by 2017.Discover the billion-dollar deal and other fascinating Shark Tank success stories
  • Slide 25 of 52: The North Star State's fastest-growing company is a Rochester-based advertising and marketing firm that specializes in direct response media buying and campaign strategies. Set up in 2014 by extra-savvy business leader Brian Bos, The Media Manager reported bumper revenues of $7.1 million in 2017.
  • Slide 26 of 52: Supporting America's soldiers, first responders and security personnel, Kopis Mobile makes networked, app-enabled equipment that improves efficiency, awareness and, above all, safety. The company, which was established in Flowood in 2013, has garnered investment from the Mississippi Seed Fund and turned over $2 million in 2017.
  • Slide 27 of 52: This St Louis-based company produces a range of innovative problem-solving products, from ultra-thin smartphone cases and a paper notebook that syncs to the cloud to easy-make bed sheets. Founded in 2014 by Texan serial entrepreneur Marshall Haas, the ultra-creative firm pulled in revenues of $5 million in 2017.
  • Slide 28 of 52: Baby boomers look away now. XY Planning network is America's number one organization of fee-only financial advisors serving Generation X and Y investors. Founded by Alan Moore in 2014, the Bozeman-headquartered firm has proved a big hit with those under 57, and turned over $3.2 million in 2017.
  • Slide 29 of 52: Located in the Silicon Prairie hub of Omaha, Flywheel is a tech company that creates tools that allow internet users to build, launch and maintain WordPress sites. Set up by tech start-up enthusiast Dusty Davidson in 2012, the fledgling firm was reporting revenues of $8.8 million by 2017.Which start-ups have celebrities chanced their money on? Read the most and least successful celebrity investors
  • Slide 30 of 52: Nevada's fastest-growing firm is the second fastest-growing advertising and marketing company in the country. Launched in 2013, Lo70s is a performance video platform that specializes in media monetization. The brainchild of media trio Jim Battista, Alexander Renzi and JT Dominick, the Henderson-headquartered business turned over $30.3 million in 2017.
  • Slide 31 of 52: PoliteMail Software provides organizations with all the know-how and tools to measure and improve their Microsoft Outlook email broadcasts to employees. The company, which continuously innovates and refines its services, was founded in 2006 in Greenland, and reported revenues of $3.6 million in 2017.
  • Slide 32 of 52: Renewable energy is a huge growth industry, so it comes as no surprise that there are several companies in this round-up involved in solar power. New Jersey's most rapidly-growing firm does everything from designing to installing solar panels. Founded in 2009, the South Plainfield-based business turned over $107.5 million in 2017 and recently scored a multimillion-dollar investment.
  • Slide 33 of 52: Established in 2006, Albuquerque's Burgos Group provides construction services to the Department of Defense and other federal entities, not to mention a slew of private clients. Mario Burgos' eponymous firm now operates in seven states and reported revenues of $22.6 million in 2017.
  • Slide 34 of 52: New York's fastest-growing company produces extra-absorbent underwear and has amassed a devoted fan base since its launch in 2014, thanks in part to its provocative and taboo-shattering ad campaigns. Founded by New Yorker Maria Holland, the groundbreaking feminine hygiene firm turned over $39.6 million in 2017.
  • Slide 35 of 52: Another solar power company, Pine Gate Renewables develops 2-25 MW utility-scale solar farms, providing communities with affordable clean energy. Based in Charlotte, the firm, which is headed by passionate solar energy advocate Zoe Gamble Hanes, was founded in 2014 and pulled in revenues of $9.7 million in 2017.
  • Slide 36 of 52: CoSchedule is the firm behind “the web's favorite marketing calendar”, an app that allows users to plan and execute their marketing strategy with ease. Founded by marketing experts Garrett Moon and Justin Walsh in 2012, the Bismarck-based company turned over $4.8 million in 2017 and currently serves 7,000 customers worldwide.
  • Slide 37 of 52: Anti-aging dog food may seem like a curious business idea to the average person, but Miford's Trupet has based a very successful business around the concept. Established in 2013 by animal-lover Lori R Taylor, the nutrition-focused pet food company, which also sells supplements and grooming supplies, reported revenues of $8.8 million in 2017.
  • Slide 38 of 52: The fastest-growing manufacturer in this round-up, Big Elk Energy Systems makes pipeline equipment for the energy industry at its plant in west Tulsa. Set up in 2013 by Geoff Hager, who named the firm after his Native American ancestor Chief Big Elk, the company turned over $20.6 million in 2017.
  • Slide 39 of 52: Legal pot is one of America's key growth industries and Portland's Cura Cannabis Solutions has emerged as one of the sector's biggest players. Founded in 2014, the company develops and markets cannabis oil to customers and edible brands, and reported revenues of $38.9 million in 2017.Did you know you can now invest in cannabis? Read From masterpieces to the moon, amazing things you can buy shares in
  • Slide 40 of 52: PANTHERx Specialty Pharmacy provides medicine and care for patients living with rare diseases. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, the company, which has become a lifeline for people with uncommon illnesses that regular pharmacies struggle to treat, was established in 2011 and turned over $454.3 million in 2017, more than any other firm in this round-up.
  • Slide 41 of 52: The fastest-growing company in America's smallest state is ChartWise Medical Systems, a medical software firm that has developed a cutting-edge web-based solution for diagnostic and clinical documentation operations. Founded by top physician Jonathan Elion MD in 2009, the business pulled in revenues of $6.3 million in 2017.
  • Slide 42 of 52: This engineering consulting firm, which is based in Columbia, has made a name for itself tackling the most challenging and complex aviation, highway and bridge projects. Established in 2013 by civil engineer Ed Parrish, the company was turning over $18.6 million by 2017, and was recently honored by SC Biz News and the SC Chamber of Commerce as one of the state's best employers.These 30 companies have the happiest employees in America
  • Slide 43 of 52: An advanced materials processing technology manufacturer, Rapid City's VRC Metals Systems is revolutionizing the way metals are repaired and maintained. Founded in 2013 by metals experts Bob Hrabe and Christian Widener, the company has commercialized a patent-pending cold spray coating process and reported revenues of $7.3 million in 2017.
  • Slide 44 of 52: Like VRC Metal Systems, Moore Advanced also uses patent-pending technology and has experienced enviable growth as a result. The staffing firm has developed a unique system to provide logistics companies with the best possible staff at the lowest cost. Set up in 2013 by 18-year-old high school dropout Hunter Moore, the Memphis company turned over $12.6 million in 2017.
  • Slide 45 of 52: The most rapidly-growing Texan company, Monkedia is a social media-orientated 'anti-agency' based out of Irving that helps businesses expand their social media presence and increase online traffic, engagement and sales. The firm was founded in 2014 and was already turning over $12 million by 2017.
  • Slide 46 of 52: Podium was set up in 2014 in Lehi by Eric Rea and Dennis Steele, who were looking for a way to help offline businesses engage with their customers more effectively and improve their online reviews and reputations. The pair developed a cloud-based platform and haven't looked back. In 2017, the company reported revenues of $30.2 million and now boasts hundreds of thousands of clients.
  • Slide 47 of 52: Founded in 2012 by former RE/MAX employee Adam Hergenrother, South Burlington's BlackRock Construction is a custom homebuilder that has enjoyed steady growth and has won several awards to boot. Making its second appearance on the Inc. 5000 list, the company turned over $4.5 million in 2017.
  • Slide 48 of 52: Based in the Washington DC suburb of Vienna, DGC International provides intel, transportation, logistics and other key services to the US military and federal agencies. Established in 2010 by Afghanistan-born entrepreneur Mustafa Zamani, the firm pulled in revenues of $179.7 million in 2017, up from $1.1 million in 2012.Discover the countries that make the most from international arms sales
  • Slide 49 of 52: Washington state's fastest-growing company is a residential and commercial heating and air conditioning provider that operates in the Vancouver and Portland metro areas. Founded in 2014 by two HVAC professionals with decades of combined experience, the business turned over $11.6 million in 2017 and has cultivated a reputation for providing superior service and customer care.
  • Slide 50 of 52: Mountain State Software Solutions (MS3) launched in 2009 offering seamless integration, cloud, portal and big data services for the federal government. Headquartered in Ranson, not far from Washington DC, the firm is headed by software whiz Aaron Weikle, and reported revenues of $7.7 million in 2017.
  • Slide 51 of 52: Wowing investors with three-year growth topping 75,661%, SwanLeap is America's fastest-growing company. Founded by Brad Hollister in 2013, the unstoppable Madison-based company uses artificial intelligence-powered tech to simplify global shipping logistics, and had a turnover of $99 million in 2017.Discover the 50 American companies that rule the world
  • Slide 52 of 52: A godsend for small businesses and rookie real estate investors, Fund&Grow helps entrepreneurs gain unsecured, interest-free funding. Established in 2007 by business credit expert Ari Page, the Cheyenne-headquartered firm has helped thousands of businesses and individuals make their financial dreams possible, and reported revenues of $5.7 million in 2017.Now discover which states have the longest and shortest working weeks
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America's most rapidly expanding businesses

Every year, Inc. magazine compiles the Inc. 5000, the definitive list of America's fastest-growing private companies based on growth over a three-year period. The latest round-up features a variety of booming businesses, from innovative healthcare and tech start-ups to game-changing construction businesses and quirky consumer goods firms.

Click ahead to discover the most rapidly expanding enterprises in each state and D.C.

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Alabama: Southern Veterinary Partners, 2,022% growth over three years

Founded in 2014, animal hospital network SVP started out with just three hospitals in Alabama and now provides top-class finance, HR, marketing and PR services and more to an impressive 70 facilities spanning 10 states. Partner veterinarians rave about the company, which turned over $53 million in 2017 and shares their commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care.
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Alaska: ZPA, 139% growth over three years

ZPA has been in business since 2000 and now owns and operates six eateries and three hotels in the picturesque town of Seward that are doing a roaring trade. The company, which has invested heavily in the local community, reported revenues of $3.1 million in 2017, and is 100% focused on delivering steady, sustainable growth.
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Arizona: DEPCOM Power, 38,963% growth over three years

Established in 2013 by a team of 10 renewable energy industry veterans, DEPCOM Power designs and builds solar power plants in a cost-effective way using the latest technology and know-how. A big success story from the get-go, the company, which is based in sunny Scottsdale, turned over $219.6 million in 2017.
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Arkansas: Elite Senior Care, 2,149% growth over three years

Elite Senior Care offers older people who require assistance in their day-to-day lives individualized care and support in their own homes, allowing them to maintain their freedom and independence. Founded in 2013, the Paragould-headquartered enterprise reported revenues of $4.2 million in 2017 and operates six offices throughout the state.
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California: Flexport, 15,911% growth over three years

The world's first international freight forwarder and customs brokerage built around an online dashboard, Flexport has enjoyed stellar growth since 2013, the year it was founded. The pioneering San Francisco-based firm had a turnover of $224.7 million in 2017 and its digitized shipping services are flourishing.
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Colorado: PopSockets, 71,424% growth over three years

PopSockets makes ingenious little grips, mounts and cases for mobile devices, and originated in 2012 as a Kickstarter campaign by philosophy professor David Barnett. The firm has gone from selling 30,000 grips in 2014 to an eye-opening 35 million in 2017. That same year, PopSockets reported revenues of $168.8 million and, to date, has saved countless screens from cracking.
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Connecticut: Current Staffing Solutions, 2,987% growth over three years

A thriving disability-owned business that turned over $3.2 million in 2017, Connecticut's fastest-growing company is a staffing agency that helps people with disabilities find employment, utilizing the talents of a workforce that is all too often overlooked. The company was founded in 2012 by Bill Evans, who was fired from his previous job after he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
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Delaware: HomeStar Remodeling, 4,923% growth over three years

Founded in 2013, HomeStar Remodeling is a Delaware firm that prides itself on treating customers and staff like family, going the extra mile to ensure each and every roof, window, siding and door-fitting project is undertaken with the utmost care and attention. No wonder the Wilmington-based company is doing so well, having turned over $5.3 million in 2017.
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D.C.: A. Prentice Ray & Associates, 7,525% growth over three years

As might be expected, D.C.'s fastest-growing firm provides services to the federal government, ranging from communications and property management to cybersecurity and app development. Established in 2008 by Angela Prentice, the super-successful firm has gone from strength to strength over the past decade, and reported revenues of $9.3 million in 2017.
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Florida: Inova US, 13,135% growth over three years

Florida's Inova US was also set up in 2008 and, like A. Prentice Ray & Associates, the company, which offers direct marketing of products advertised on TV that encompass home fitness, health and beauty and cookware, has enjoyed phenomenal growth. The Key Biscayne-based firm pulled in revenues of $39.4 million in 2017.
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Georgia: Aeronux Airways, 20,005% growth over three years

This private jet flight broker, which is based at Cobb International Airport in Kennesaw, was co-founded in 2011 by Iranian-born entrepreneur Kambiz Khadem, and has been raking it in ever since. Shaking up the airline industry and then some, the company turned over $21.9 million in 2017.
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Hawaii: Na Ali'i Consulting and Sales, 941% growth over three years

The Aloha Sate's fastest-growing company has a name that means "royalty" in the Hawaiian language, which reflects its dedication to providing superior consulting services to private and public entities. Established by Cariann Ah Loo in 2003, the Honolulu-headquartered enterprise is committed to supporting the economic advancement of native Hawaiians. It had revenues of $34.6 million in 2017.
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Idaho: ConvertKit, 4,270% growth over three years

ConvertKit is a clever software tool that helps businesses manage and grow their subscriber lists. The Boise-based company was founded in 2013 by author Nathan Barry with just $5,000. By 2017, the company was turning over $9.3 million and counted 18,000 happy customers, and is expected to report revenues exceeding $14 million for 2018 when the figures are announced.
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Illinois: Home Chef, 60,166% growth over three years

One of America's leading meal kit delivery firms, Home Chef was established in 2013 in Chicago by foodie Pat Vihtelic and has since taken the nation by storm. Boasting the second-highest revenues in this round-up, the company, which was snapped up by Kroger last year for $200 million, turned over $255 million in 2017, and now delivers more than three million meals a month.
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Indiana: The Garrett Companies, 14,822% growth over three years

Founded in 2012 by Eric Garrett, this Greenwood-based real estate firm designs, constructs and manages apartment complexes and, unlike other companies in the industry, it does everything in-house. This unique business model has resulted in exceptional growth, with revenues skyrocketing from $550,000 in 2014 to $82.1 million in 2017.
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Iowa: Ivy Lane, 621% growth over three years

This Des Moines-based company operates 36 Valvoline Instant Oil Change franchises across three states. The company was established in 2012 and started out with just five locations. It earned Valvoline's New Franchisee Rookie of the Year award during its first 12 months in business, and was turning over $23.7 million by 2017.
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Kansas: Mer-Sea & Co., 1,750% growth over three years

Kansas may be more than 1,000 miles away from the ocean, but that didn't stop entrepreneurs Melanie Bolin, Lina Dickinson and Stephanie Lawrence from setting up their sea- and beach-inspired gift company in the state. Founded in 2012, the Lenexa-headquartered company, which sells scented candles, room sprays, travel wraps and more, reported revenues of $6.6 million in 2017.
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Kentucky: Cuddle Clones, 583% growth over three years

Kentucky's fastest-growing company is most definitely the quirkiest in this round-up. Based in Louisville, Cuddle Clones creates custom soft toy copies of pets. Customers simply provide pictures of their favorite companion animal and Cuddle Clones does the rest. The unique firm, which was set up in 2012 by Jennifer Williams, has been a resounding success and turned over $2.5 million in 2017.
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Louisiana: Pelican Waste & Debris, 1,559% growth over three years

Pelican Waste & Debris was founded by a team of five refuse pros in 2013, and the firm, which provides residential and commercial waste and debris removal, has since smashed the competition, reporting revenues of $11.4 million in 2017. The Houma-headquartered company promises a strong commitment to protecting the environment and disposing of waste in a responsible way.
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Maine: SaviLinx, 812% growth over three years

Comeback queen Heather Blease saw her first company go bankrupt, but turned it around spectacularly after founding SaviLinx in 2013. The tech support firm, which is based in Brunswick, has developed a formidable client base in the private and public sectors, and pulled in revenues of $10.5 million in 2017.

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Maryland: Mindoula Health, 7,310% growth over three years

This futuristic healthcare company provides tech-enabled care and case management support to people with behavioral challenges 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Launched in 2013 with just one employee and a PowerPoint deck, the next generation service, which is headquartered in Silver Spring, turned over $8 million in 2017, and now boasts a staff of 87.
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Massachusetts: Curate Partners, 10,057% growth over three years

This people-first recruitment company specializes in filling roles in the IT consulting and digital sector and, according to a review on Glassdoor, “does right what every other in the industry does wrong." Established in 2014 by five industry veterans, the Stoneham-based human resources enterprise reported revenues of $12.3 million in 2017.
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Michigan: Shefit, 2,770% growth over three years

Founded by former Miss Teen Michigan, competitive weightlifter and inventor Sara Moylan in 2012, Shefit is a sports bra company that bagged a lucrative $250,000 investment after appearing on ABC's "Shark Tank" show in 2015. Since then, the company has enjoyed amazing growth, and was turning over $3 million by 2017.

Discover the billion-dollar deal and other fascinating Shark Tank success stories

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Minnesota: The Media Manager, 3,562% growth over three years

The North Star State's fastest-growing company is a Rochester-based advertising and marketing firm that specializes in direct response media buying and campaign strategies. Set up in 2014 by extra-savvy business leader Brian Bos, The Media Manager reported bumper revenues of $7.1 million in 2017.
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Mississippi: Kopis Mobile, 738% growth over three years

Supporting America's soldiers, first responders and security personnel, Kopis Mobile makes networked, app-enabled equipment that improves efficiency, awareness and, above all, safety. The company, which was established in Flowood in 2013, has garnered investment from the Mississippi Seed Fund and turned over $2 million in 2017.
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Missouri: Need/Want, 3,506% growth over three years

This St. Louis-based company produces a range of innovative problem-solving products, from ultra-thin smartphone cases and a paper notebook that syncs to the cloud to easy-make bed sheets. Founded in 2014 by Texan serial entrepreneur Marshall Haas, the ultra-creative firm pulled in revenues of $5 million in 2017.
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Montana: XY Planning Network, 2,571% growth over three years

Baby boomers look away now. XY Planning network is America's No. 1 organization of fee-only financial advisers serving Generation X and Y investors. Founded by Alan Moore in 2014, the Bozeman-headquartered firm has proved a big hit with those under 57, and turned over $3.2 million in 2017.
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Nebraska: Flywheel, 1,445% growth over three years

Located in Omaha, Flywheel is a tech company that creates tools that allow internet users to build, launch and maintain WordPress sites. Set up by tech start-up enthusiast Dusty Davidson in 2012, the fledgling firm was reporting revenues of $8.8 million by 2017.

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Nevada: Lo70s, 9,154% growth over three years

Nevada's fastest-growing firm is the second-fastest-growing advertising and marketing company in the country. Launched in 2013, Lo70s is a performance video platform that specializes in media monetization. The brainchild of media trio Jim Battista, Alexander Renzi and JT Dominick, the Henderson-headquartered business turned over $30.3 million in 2017.
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New Hampshire: PoliteMail Software, 490% growth over three years

PoliteMail Software provides organizations with all the know-how and tools to measure and improve their Microsoft Outlook email broadcasts to employees. The company, which continuously innovates and refines its services, was founded in 2006 in Greenland, and reported revenues of $3.6 million in 2017.
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New Jersey: Momentum Solar, 4,617% growth over three years

Renewable energy is a huge growth industry, so it comes as no surprise that there are several companies in this round-up involved in solar power. New Jersey's most rapidly growing firm does everything from designing to installing solar panels. Founded in 2009, the South Plainfield business turned over $107.5 million in 2017 and recently scored a multimillion-dollar investment.
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New Mexico: Burgos Group, 183% growth over three years

Established in 2006, Albuquerque's Burgos Group provides construction services to the Department of Defense and other federal entities, not to mention a slew of private clients. Mario Burgos' eponymous firm now operates in seven states and reported revenues of $22.6 million in 2017.
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New York: THINX, 10,924% growth over three years

New York's fastest-growing company produces extra-absorbent underwear and has amassed a devoted fan base since its launch in 2014, thanks in part to its provocative and taboo-shattering ad campaigns. Founded by New Yorker Maria Holland, the groundbreaking feminine hygiene firm turned over $39.6 million in 2017.
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North Carolina: Pine Gate Renewables, 3,940% growth over three years

Another solar power company, Pine Gate Renewables develops 2-25 megawatt utility-scale solar farms, providing communities with affordable clean energy. Based in Charlotte, the firm, which is headed by passionate solar energy advocate Zoe Gamble Hanes, was founded in 2014 and pulled in revenues of $9.7 million in 2017.
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North Dakota: CoSchedule, 2,771% growth over three years

CoSchedule is the firm behind “the web's favorite marketing calendar," an app that allows users to plan and execute their marketing strategy with ease. Founded by marketing experts Garrett Moon and Justin Walsh in 2012, the Bismarck company turned over $4.8 million in 2017 and serves 7,000 customers worldwide.
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Ohio: Trupet, 6,754% growth over three years

Anti-aging dog food may seem like a curious business idea to the average person, but Miford's Trupet has based a very successful business around the concept. Established in 2013 by animal-lover Lori R Taylor, the nutrition-focused pet food company, which also sells supplements and grooming supplies, reported revenues of $8.8 million in 2017.
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Oklahoma: Big Elk Energy Systems, 3,152% growth over three years

The fastest-growing manufacturer in this round-up, Big Elk Energy Systems makes pipeline equipment for the energy industry at its plant in west Tulsa. Set up in 2013 by Geoff Hager, who named the firm after his American Indian ancestor Chief Big Elk, the company turned over $20.6 million in 2017.
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Oregon: Cura Cannabis Solutions, 5,961% growth over three years

Legal pot is one of America's key growth industries and Portland's Cura Cannabis Solutions has emerged as one of the sector's biggest players. Founded in 2014, the company develops and markets cannabis oil to customers and edible brands, and reported revenues of $38.9 million in 2017.

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Pennsylvania: PANTHERx Specialty Pharmacy, 5,436% growth over three years

PANTHERx Specialty Pharmacy provides medicine and care for patients living with rare diseases. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, the company, which has become a lifeline for people with uncommon illnesses that regular pharmacies struggle to treat, was established in 2011 and turned over $454.3 million in 2017, more than any other firm in this round-up.
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Rhode Island: ChartWise Medical Systems, 172% growth over three years

The fastest-growing company in America's smallest state is ChartWise Medical Systems, a medical software firm that has developed a cutting-edge web-based solution for diagnostic and clinical documentation operations. Founded by physician Jonathan Elion in 2009, the business pulled in revenues of $6.3 million in 2017.
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South Carolina: Parrish and Partners, 3,422% growth over three years

This engineering consulting firm, which is based in Columbia, has made a name for itself tackling the most challenging and complex aviation, highway and bridge projects. Established in 2013 by civil engineer Ed Parrish, the company was turning over $18.6 million by 2017, and was recently honored by SC Biz News and the SC Chamber of Commerce as one of the state's best employers.

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South Dakota: VRC Metal Systems, 766% growth over three years

An advanced materials processing technology manufacturer, Rapid City's VRC Metals Systems is revolutionizing the way metals are repaired and maintained. Founded in 2013 by metals experts Bob Hrabe and Christian Widener, the company has commercialized a patent-pending cold spray coating process and reported revenues of $7.3 million in 2017.
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Tennessee: Moore Advanced, 3,391% growth over three years

Like VRC Metal Systems, Moore Advanced also uses patent-pending technology and has experienced enviable growth as a result. The staffing firm has developed a unique system to provide logistics companies with the best possible staff at the lowest cost. Set up in 2013 by 18-year-old high school dropout Hunter Moore, the Memphis company turned over $12.6 million in 2017.
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Texas: Monkedia, 4,395% growth over three years

The most rapidly growing Texan company, Monkedia is a social media-orientated agency based out of Irving that helps businesses expand their social media presence and increase online traffic, engagement and sales. The company was founded in 2014 and was already turning over $12 million by 2017.
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Utah: Podium, 13,645% growth over three years

Podium was set up in 2014 in Lehi by Eric Rea and Dennis Steele, who were looking for a way to help offline businesses engage with their customers more effectively and improve their online reviews and reputations. The pair developed a cloud-based platform and haven't looked back. In 2017, the company reported revenues of $30.2 million and now boasts hundreds of thousands of clients.
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Vermont: BlackRock Construction, 167% growth over three years

Founded in 2012 by former RE/MAX employee Adam Hergenrother, South Burlington's BlackRock Construction is a custom homebuilder that has enjoyed steady growth and has won several awards to boot. Making its second appearance on the Inc. 5000 list, the company turned over $4.5 million in 2017.
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Virginia: DGC International, 14,476% growth over three years

Based in the Washington, D.C., suburb of Vienna, DGC International provides intel, transportation, logistics and other key services to the U.S. military and federal agencies. Established in 2010 by Afghanistan-born entrepreneur Mustafa Zamani, the firm pulled in revenues of $179.7 million in 2017, up from $1.1 million in 2012.

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Washington: Apex Air, 3,842% growth over three years

Washington state's fastest-growing company is a residential and commercial heating and air conditioning provider that operates in the Vancouver and Portland metro areas. Founded in 2014 by two HVAC professionals with decades of combined experience, the business turned over $11.6 million in 2017 and has cultivated a reputation for providing superior service and customer care.

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West Virginia: Mountain State Software Solutions (MS3), 4,244% growth over three years

Mountain State Software Solutions (MS3) launched in 2009 offering seamless integration, cloud, portal and big data services for the federal government. Headquartered in Ranson, not far from Washington, D.C., the company is headed by software whiz Aaron Weikle, and reported revenues of $7.7 million in 2017.
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Wisconsin: SwanLeap, 75,661% growth over three years

Wowing investors with three-year growth topping 75,661%, SwanLeap is America's fastest-growing company. Founded by Brad Hollister in 2013, the unstoppable Madison-based company uses artificial intelligence-powered tech to simplify global shipping logistics, and had a turnover of $99 million in 2017.

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Wyoming: Fund&Grow, 176% growth over three years

A godsend for small businesses and rookie real estate investors, Fund&Grow helps entrepreneurs gain unsecured, interest-free funding. Established in 2007 by business credit expert Ari Page, the Cheyenne company has helped thousands of businesses and individuals make their financial dreams possible, and reported revenues of $5.7 million in 2017.

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