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Some of the fastest-growing companies in Columbia

Meet some of the 2023 fastest-growing companies in Columbia area featured on Inc. 5000’s list.


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Shoutout to the three companies that ranked among the fastest-growing companies in Columbia on the 2023 Inc. 5000 list. The Cola-based companies that had a median growth of 145%, added 25 jobs, and two are repeat honorees.

Inc.com determined rankings for 5,000 companies in the US according to percentage revenue growth over a three-year period. The Columbia Metro area is home to three companies that made the list this year.

Meet the three local growing companies that made the cut.

Smoke Hall Foods, Columbia

  • Ranking: No. 1,379
  • Growth: 423%
  • Industry: Food & Beverage
  • What they do: Smoke Hall Foods produces a range of hot sauce flavors, aiming to back local farmers, ensure top-notch quality, offer job opportunities for veterans, and contribute to the growth of its partners.

Space Saving Solutions, Lexington

  • Ranking: No. 3,438
  • Growth: 145%
  • Industry: IT Services
  • What they do: Space Saving Solutions collaborates with end users + equipment planners to provide specialized healthcare storage, clinical carts, and furnishings. It excels in healthcare IT, offering mobile computing and wall-mount products.

Capital City Financial Partners, Columbia

  • Ranking: No. 3,450
  • Growth: 145%
  • Industry: Financial Services
  • What they do: Capital City Financial Partners provides financial strategies and customized, comprehensive financial planning methods during every life stage.
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