Sperling Named to 2025 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies

by: sperling team | agency news

Sperling is proud to be named No. 3151 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies. This marks the fourth time Sperling has earned a spot on the list—a milestone made possible by the dedication of our incredible team and the continued support of our valued clients.

Celebrating sustained growth

The Inc. 5000 is an annual ranking by Inc.com that highlights the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, based on percentage revenue growth over three years. This year, the top 500 companies averaged an impressive 1,552% growth and added more than 48,000 jobs nationwide.

“Being named to the Inc. 5000 is a proud moment for everyone at Sperling,” said Mike Sperling, Founder and President. “It reflects our team’s dedication to delivering impactful, innovative solutions—and motivates us to keep advancing. We are excited for what’s next.”

Our inclusion on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list reflects Sperling’s ability to sustain growth. Our team consistently delivers excellence across every service we offer, focused on measurable outcomes that build trust and long-term relationships with a wide range of clients.

How we make an impact

We’ve had the privilege of working with organizations across industries, with a focus on strategy, collaboration, and measurable results. Here are a few select case studies that have fueled our growth:

  • JOH is a premier sales and marketing agency serving food and consumer goods brands. Since 2010, Sperling has played a key role in driving brand growth and award-winning marketing programs for JOH, including a charity initiative that raised over $750K for children’s causes. Our work supports client sales and grows their social media audience by 1,000+ followers yearly.
    read about our work with JOH
  • Keolis Commuter Services operates the MBTA Commuter Rail in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Sperling revitalized Keolis’ Mass By Train campaign with a new website and video content, sparking a 40% boost in weekend ridership and massive organic traffic growth in 2024.
    read about our work with Keolis
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care provides specialized home care for medically fragile children across several states. Since 2020, Sperling has helped Thrive recruit thousands of nurses with a new website, content marketing, paid media, and social campaigns—driving a 40% rise in site traffic and over 6,000 job applications since 2022.
    read about our work with Thrive SPC

Our team of 40 works together in the heart of Salem, MA, in a space built for focus, creativity, and collaboration.

 

Building on Momentum

At Sperling, we remain steadfast in our commitment to clients—fostering collaborative partnerships and delivering innovative marketing solutions that create real business value. We’re grateful to everyone who has been part of Sperling’s journey so far, and we’re excited for what lies ahead.

For the full list of Inc. 5000 companies, visit www.inc.com/inc5000.

Work With Us

The same mindset that landed us on the Inc. 5000 list—strategic, collaborative, and results-driven—guides everything we do. If you’re ready to achieve progress that moves your brand forward, we’d love to connect.

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