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New York, Aug. 28, 2017 -- NEW YORK, August 28, 2017 – Inc. magazine ranked ConsumerAffairs No. 562 on its 36th annual Inc. 5000, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment— its independent small and midsized businesses. Companies such as Microsoft, Dell, Domino’s Pizza, Pandora, Timberland, LinkedIn, Zillow, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees of the Inc. 5000.
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"It's an honor to be recognized by Inc. as a fast-growing company," said CEO Zac Carman. "We've built ConsumerAffairs to make it easier for consumers to make smart purchase decisions around life's big events, like moving cross-country, having a baby, or caring for an aging parent. Our growth allows us to improve the user experience and provide more resources, and we’re proud to be honored along with so many other impactful companies."
The 2017 Inc. 5000, unveiled online at Inc.com and with the top 500 companies featured in the September issue of Inc. (now available on newsstands) is the most competitive crop in the list’s history. The average company on the list achieved a three-year average growth of 481%. The Inc. 5000’s aggregate revenue is $206 billion, and the companies on the list collectively generated 619,500 jobs over the past three years. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000.
"The Inc. 5000 is the most persuasive evidence I know that the American Dream is still alive,” says Inc. President and Editor-In-Chief Eric Schurenberg. “The founders and CEOs of the Inc. 5000 tell us they think determination, risk taking, and vision were the keys to their success, and I believe them.”
The annual Inc. 5000 event honoring all the companies on the list will be held from October 10 through 12, 2017 at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, CA. Speakers include some of the greatest entrepreneurs of this and past generations, such as former Ford president Alan Mullaly, FUBU CEO and founder and “Shark Tank” star Daymond John, Dollar Shave Club founder Michael Dubin, researcher and #1 New York Times bestseller Brené Brown, and Gravity Payments’ founder and CEO Dan Price.
CONTACT: [email protected] for more information about ConsumerAffairs.
About ConsumerAffairs:
ConsumerAffairs is a popular consumer news and review service, with the goal of enabling consumers to make smart decisions for life’s important purchases. An in-house research team works closely with industry experts to write comprehensive buyers guides and how-to articles. ConsumerAffairs.com offers hundreds of thousands of consumer reviews and intelligent matching tools that use proprietary technology to pair users with companies that meet their needs. Founded in 1998, ConsumerAffairs offers expert resources, verified reviews and consumer news for more than 8 million visitors each month. ConsumerAffairs has been featured in a number of prominent media outlets including The New York Times, CNN, Forbes, Entrepreneur and AARP.
About Inc. Media:
Founded in 1979 and acquired in 2005 by Mansueto Ventures, Inc. is the only major brand dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies, with the aim to deliver real solutions for today's innovative company builders. Winner of the National Magazine Award for General Excellence in both 2014 and 2012. Total monthly audience reach for the brand has grown significantly from 2,000,000 in 2010 to over 18,000,000 today. For more information, visit www.inc.com.
The Inc. 5000 is a list of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. Started in 1982, this prestigious list of the nation's most successful private companies has become the hallmark of entrepreneurial success. The Inc. 5000 Conference & Awards Ceremony is an annual event that celebrates their remarkable achievements. The event also offers informative workshops, celebrated keynote speakers, and evening functions.
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Carrie Gardenhire ConsumerAffairs [email protected]
