Centennial, CO, Oct. 6, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Emergenetics International has been named to the 2011 Inc. 5000 list of Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies in America by Inc. magazine for the first time in its history. With revenue growth over three years exceeding 55 percent, Emergenetics International ranks as the 74th fastest growing company in Denver as well as ranking in the top 100 companies nationally in the Human Resources sector.
Considered to be one of the most prestigious awards for high-growth companies in the private sector, the Inc. list is has become an important indicator of entrepreneurial success. Emergenetics International holds the distinction of being named along side of notable alumni, such as Zappos, Oracle, Microsoft and others and join organizations like Vizio, CH2MHill and AMC Entertainment on this year's list.
Jane Berentson, Editor in Chief, Inc. magazine stated: "For more than 30 years, Inc.’s list has served as evidence of the significant accomplishments of enterprises. And, more than ever, this year’s list is a testament to the creativity, resilience, and tenacity of America’s top entrepreneurs."
Emergenetics International CEO Dr. Geil Browning echoed this statement and noted the significance of reaching this accomplishment. "To make the 2011 Inc. 5000 list is a testament to the innovation, drive and incredible teamwork of our organization. We are honored to join this list and thrilled that we have been able to grow in a difficult economy by providing companies with a valuable way to look at employee development and talent management."
About Inc. 5000
The Inc. 5000 is ranked according to percentage revenue growth over a four-year period. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by the first week of the starting calendar year, and therefore able to show four full calendar years of sales. Additionally, they have to be U.S.-based, privately held, and independent--not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies--as of December 31 of the last year measured. Revenue in the initial year must have been at least $200,000, and revenue in the most recent year must have been at least $2 million.
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 on http://www.inc.com/5000.
About Emergenetics International
Emergenetics International is a global organizational solutions company specializing in analyzing, identifying and leveraging the way people think and behave. With offices in the USA, Europe and Asia, the company has worked with hundreds of organizations on talent management, organizational development and leadership initiatives and has provided thinking and behavioral profiles to over 400,000 individuals. More information can be found at www.emergenetics.com
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