CIK is the umbrella company of Tri-Auto Enterprises, which provides direct mail, newspaper inserts, and other print marketing materials to car dealerships that don't want to enlist an advertising agency; and Trace Communications, which offers posters, scratch tickets, and event guides to local newspapers looking to generate revenue beyond traditional ad pages. Hill, who says he approaches business like a sports coach, practices open-book management with his team.

Age: 30
Location: Indianapolis
Revenue: $21 million
Employees: 70