GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., August 18, 2026 – Applied Innovation (“Applied”) announced it has been named to the 2026 Inc. 5000, marking the company’s third consecutive year on the prestigious list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.
Applied ranked No. 4,714 overall, while also earning recognition as No. 98 in Michigan, No. 23 in Grand Rapids and No. 361 in IT Services.
The annual Inc. 5000 recognizes the nation’s most successful independent and entrepreneurial businesses and celebrates organizations that have achieved significant growth while continuing to innovate, create jobs and contribute to the U.S. economy.
“Being named to the Inc. 5000 for a third consecutive year is something our entire team can be proud of,” said Casey Lowery, President of Applied Innovation. “Sustained growth doesn’t happen because of one moment or one person. It happens when people across an organization choose to lead by taking care of our clients, supporting one another, embracing change, and looking for better ways to serve. That mindset has shaped Applied for nearly four decades, and it continues to move us forward.”
Applied’s continued growth reflects an expanding portfolio of technology and automation solutions as well as the partnerships the company has built with organizations in the markets it serves. While technology has evolved and expanded considerably since Applied was founded, its purpose remains constant: using technology to improve its clients’ businesses and the lives of the people working within them.
This year’s Inc. 5000 companies represent a wide range of industries, from AI and advanced manufacturing to healthcare, consumer products and professional services. Collectively, the companies on the 2026 list added more than 627,208 jobs to the U.S. economy over the past three years, with a median three-year revenue growth rate of 130%.
“Every company on the Inc. 5000 has a story of perseverance, smart decision making, and a refusal to sit still,” said Mike Hofman, editor-in-chief of Inc. “Their growth reflects more than strong financial performance–it reflects creativity, resilience, and the customer focus required to build companies that make a lasting impact. We congratulate all honorees on this significant achievement.”
For the full Inc. 5000 list, honoree company profiles, and a searchable database by industry and location, please visit: www.inc.com/inc5000.
About Applied Innovation
With nearly forty years of industry expertise, Applied Innovation provides imaging, technology, and automation services to businesses, healthcare organizations, educational institutions, and manufacturing operations. Applied’s technology services and solutions are created with one goal in mind: to improve their clients’ businesses and the lives of the people working within them. Applied Innovation locations in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Florida are home to over 600 team members, world-class technology partnerships, and a unique Customer Loyalty Center. To learn more, visit appliedinnovation.com.
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