August 11, 2026
Reliance Partners Earns 10th Inc. 5000 Recognition
Reliance Partners Recognized for Three-Year Revenue Growth, Earning a Place Among the Nation’s Most Successful Independent Businesses
Chattanooga, Tennessee, August 11, 2026 – Reliance Partners today announced it has been ranked No. 4753 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, marking the company’s 10th appearance on the prestigious annual ranking of America’s fastest-growing private companies. The list is the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s most successful independent and entrepreneurial businesses, recognizing companies that have achieved remarkable growth while driving innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of the economy. Past honorees include companies such as Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Oracle, and Patagonia.
“Earning our 10th recognition on the Inc. 5000 is a testament to the incredible people behind Reliance Partners and the trust our clients place in us every day. Our growth has always been driven by a commitment to serving the transportation industry with expertise, innovation, and a people-first approach. As our clients continue to evolve, we’ll keep investing in the talent, technology, and partnerships that help them succeed. We’re honored to receive this recognition and excited about what’s ahead.” said Andrew Ladebauche, CEO of Reliance Partners.
This year’s Inc. 5000 recognizes a new class of companies redefining what growth looks like. From AI and advanced manufacturing to healthcare, consumer products, and professional services, these businesses are expanding their impact, creating jobs and proving that entrepreneurial ambition continues to fuel the U.S. economy. Among the 5,000 companies on the list, the median three-year revenue growth rate was 130%, and those companies have collectively added more than 627,208 jobs to the U.S. economy over the past three years.
For the full Inc. 5000 list, honoree company profiles, and a searchable database by industry and location, please visit: www.inc.com/inc5000.
“Every company on the Inc. 5000 has a story of perseverance, smart decision making, and a refusal to sit still,” says 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.”
Inc. will celebrate the honorees at the 2026 Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, taking place October 14–16 in Dallas, Texas and the top 500 will be listed in the Fall issue of Inc. Magazine. Tickets are on sale now.
Inc. 5000 List Methodology
Companies on the 2026 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2022 to 2025. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2022. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2025. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2022 is $100,000; the minimum for 2025 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons.
About Reliance Partners
Reliance Partners is a leading commercial insurance agency specializing in transportation and logistics. Founded with a mission to provide industry-specific insurance and risk management solutions, the company combines innovative technology with deep transportation expertise to deliver customized insurance products that help businesses manage risk and achieve long-term success. Headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with multiple offices nationwide, Reliance Partners proudly serves motor carriers, freight brokers, and logistics companies across North America and is committed to being a trusted advisor to its clients while helping shape the future of the transportation industry.
About Inc.
Inc. is the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of its community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating the future of business. Inc. is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with fellow leading business publication Fast Company. For more information, visit www.inc.com.
