ST. LOUIS, MO, August 20, 2024 -- AK Operations, a leading sales acceleration provider, has once again earned a coveted spot on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America with a remarkable 282% 3-year growth. This marks the company's second consecutive year on the prestigious list, demonstrating consistent and sustainable growth in a competitive market.
Key Highlights:
#1856 on the 2023 Inc. 5000
76th Fastest-Growing Company in the Midwest
18th Fastest-Growing Company in Missouri
11th Fastest-Growing Company in St. Louis
#197 in the Business Services Category Nationwide
After an exceptional performance last year that saw the company debut at #731 on the Inc. 5000 list, AK Operations solidified its position as a growth leader in 2023. This year's ranking at #1856 nationwide underscores the company's commitment to sustainable expansion and long-term success.
"We are thrilled to be recognized by Inc. for the second year running," said Amy Kohl, CEO of AK Operations. "This achievement reflects our dedication to delivering exceptional service and measurable results while maintaining a focus on our own sustainable growth and development. After our rapid expansion in recent years, 2023 has been about consolidating our gains and building a strong foundation for the future." She continues, “Once again, our growth is 100% thanks to our great clients, our strong program, and my incredible team.”
The company's impressive regional standings – #18 in Missouri and #11 in St. Louis – highlight its significant impact on the local economy and its role as a job creator in the area – an all-women team based in St. Louis. A mother of three herself, Kohl touts her excitement to watch her female teammates take off personally and professionally. "I wanted both an impactful career and a meaningful family life. I am motivated to have this for myself, for my daughters, and the women around me. I may not be the loudest about women empowerment, but that is by choice – I want my example to speak for itself that you can, in fact, do both really well."
Furthermore, AK Operations' national ranking of #197 in the Business Services category cements its position as an industry leader. Kohl credits their focus on sales impact and partnership intensity for their stronghold on the national level sharing, “Far too often, companies invest in partnerships without clear revenue impact expectations and anticipated roadmaps. And for most, this pressure is too intense and uncomfortable. But for us, we thrive. The pressure is a privilege and we will pull out all the stops to make a partner succeed. Our customers feel this every day – and for this, I will always be grateful for the culture and energy these women bring to the table.”
Mallory Vonder Haar, Director of Client Success at AK Operations, added, "Our continued presence on the Inc. 5000 list is a testament to our innovative approach and the trust our clients place in us. We've focused on sustainable practices and operational efficiency, which has allowed us to maintain our growth trajectory while preparing for long-term success."
As AK Operations celebrates this milestone, the company remains committed to its core values of innovation, client satisfaction, and sustainable growth. With a strong foundation built over the past years, AK Operations is well-positioned to continue its upward trajectory in the dynamic business services landscape.
About AK Operations:
Founded in 2018, AK Operations is a fractional sales efficiency powerhouse building Go-To-Market and Rev Ops Programs that scale with companies forever. For more information, please contact: Kelsey Leetch, Director of Client Experience, at kelsey@akoperations.com
About Inc. and the Inc. 5000:
Companies on the 2023 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2019 to 2022. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2019. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2022. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2019 is $100,000; the minimum for 2022 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places. The top 500 companies on the Inc. 5000 are featured in Inc. magazine's September issue. The entire Inc. 5000 can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.
About Inc.
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