Nations Lending Named to Inc. Magazine's 37th Annual List of America's Fastest Growing Private Companies - the Inc. 5000
National Mortgage Lender Ranks No. 1920 with Three-Year Revenue Growth of 233 Percent
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio, Nov. 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Nations Lending Corporation, a nationally recognized full service independent mortgage lender, today announced it has been named to Inc. Magazine's 37th annual Inc. 5000, a list of America's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy's most dynamic segment: Its independent small businesses. Microsoft, Dell, Domino's Pizza, Pandora, Timberland, LinkedIn, Yelp, Zillow, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
Nations Lending Corporation, headquartered in Independence, Ohio, reported 2017 revenue of $118.7 million. Since its founding in 2003, the company has grown to nearly 700 employees and has continually increased its lending volume, up 10 percent in 2017 alone. For these reasons and more, Inc. also named Nations Lending Corporation as the 6th-ranked company in the Cleveland metro area, the 2nd-ranked financial services company in Ohio and the 1st-ranked financial services company in Cleveland.
"There are millions of companies of all sizes in the U.S. To be included on a list among the best-of-the-best is a remarkable achievement," said Jeremy Sopko, Nations Lending Corporation CEO. "The reason for our success is our employees – their hard work and dedication help make Nations Lending a truly great company."
Not only have the companies on the 2018 Inc. 5000 been very competitive within their markets, but the list as a whole shows staggering growth compared with prior lists. The 2018 Inc. 5000 achieved an astounding three-year average growth of 538.2 percent, and a median rate of 171.8 percent. The Inc. 5000's aggregate revenue was $206.1 billion in 2017, accounting for 664,095 jobs over the past three years.
"If your company is on the Inc. 5000, it's unparalleled recognition of your years of hard work and sacrifice," says Inc. editor in chief James Ledbetter. "The lines of business may come and go, or come and stay. What doesn't change is the way entrepreneurs create and accelerate the forces that shape our lives."
Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000. For more information on Nations Lending Corporation, go to www.NationsLending.com.
About Nations Lending
Nations Lending Corporation™ is one of the fastest growing direct mortgage lenders in the U.S., originating more than $1.74 billion in loan volume annually. Headquartered in the Cleveland, Ohio area, it is licensed to lend in 47 states and has 57 branches with nearly 700 employees. The company makes its mission of "Home Loans Made Human™" an integral part of its mortgage experience, offering tailored customer service and a variety of programs to suit nearly any home buyer's needs: FHA, VA, Conventional, Jumbo, USDA, etc. Nations is a 2018 Inc. 5000 fastest-growing company and was voted a top-100 lender by National Mortgage Professional Magazine. For more information, visit www.NationsLending.com.
About Inc. Media
Founded in 1979 and acquired in 2005 by Mansueto Ventures, Inc. is the only major brand dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies, with the aim to deliver real solutions for today's innovative company builders. Inc. took home the National Magazine Award for General Excellence in both 2014 and 2012. The total monthly audience reach for the brand has been growing significantly, from 2,000,000 in 2010 to more than 18,000,000 today. For more information, visit www.inc.com.
The Inc. 5000 is a list of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. Started in 1982, this prestigious list has become the hallmark of entrepreneurial success. The Inc. 5000 Conference & Awards Ceremony is an annual event that celebrates the remarkable achievements of these companies. The event also offers informative workshops, celebrated keynote speakers, and evening functions.
For more information contact:
Nations Lending Corporation™
Cheryl Lieber
216-503-6828
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Inc. Media
Drew Kerr
212-849-8250
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