FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., August 12, 2026 – Coretek today announced its fifth appearance on the 2026 Inc. 5000, the annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The recognition reflects Coretek’s sustained growth and continued momentum as the company helps organizations modernize, strengthen security, and accelerate innovation through cloud and AI. The Inc. 5000 recognizes successful independent and entrepreneurial businesses that are driving growth, creating jobs, and shaping the future of the U.S. economy.
“Earning a place on the Inc. 5000 for the fifth time is especially meaningful because it reflects sustained growth over time,” said Brian Barnes, CTO/CMO of Coretek. “That growth is driven by the trust our clients place in us, the commitment of our team, and our ability to help organizations turn rapidly evolving technology into real business outcomes. We remain focused on building lasting value for our clients, partners, and people.”
This marks Coretek’s fifth time on the Inc. 5000. In 2026, the company also ranked No. 39 in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area, No. 82 in Michigan, and No. 285 in IT Services, reinforcing its continued growth within both its home market and the technology sector.
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.
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“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 Coretek
Coretek is a nationally recognized Microsoft Azure Expert Managed Service Provider that helps enterprises modernize through cloud, security, AI, and digital transformation. Through consulting, managed services, and strategic technology partnerships, Coretek helps organizations simplify complexity, strengthen security, and turn technology investments into measurable business outcomes. Headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan, Coretek serves organizations across industries including healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and the public sector. For more information, visit www.coretek.com.
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