The 2008 Inc. 5000: More Growth, Incredible Variety, and a Reflection of the Times

The Inc. 5000 is an expansion of the Inc. 500, which Inc. introduced in 1982. The Inc. 5000 includes the Inc. 500 but digs deeper to offer the most comprehensive look ever at the entrepreneurial engine driving the U.S. economy. Read more about the 5000 fastest growing companies in America, how we chose them and what makes them work.

Click here to see who contributed to this year's Inc. 5000 package.

In the September Issue! The Inc. 500

The 27th Annual Inc 500: A view from the top of the entrepreneurial economy.

• Who's number one?
• 500 Hot Spots (PDF)
• The Other Number Ones (PDF)

The 2nd Annual Inc. 5000 -- See the Full List

Our comprehensive listing of the fastest growing companies in America -- the economy has not slowed the growth of these 5000 companies that range across industries from construction and manufacturing to IT services and business services, for a combined revenue of $185.4 billion and 334 percent growth.

• Slideshow: Top 25 Companies by Revenue
• Slideshow:Top 25 Companies by Growth

Grrrrl Power: The Top 10 Woman-Owned Companies in America

Millions of women entrepreneurs are making an enormous impact on the American economic landscape. What you'll find is a rare glimpse into the world of companies that have grown on average from 1,000 percent to 10,000 percent. What trends are driving this group?

• Slideshow: Top 10 Woman-Run Companies
• Slideshow: Top 10 Minority-Run Companies

When the Boss is an Adrenaline Junkie

Forget drinking scotch and smoking foreign cigars. These Inc. 5000 CEOs savor their success with speed and sweat.

• Slideshow: Adrenaline Junkies
• Slideshow: My (Other) Love