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Inc. Magazine Names Flexport the 8th Fastest Growing Private Company in the USSAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Flexport, the leading freight forwarder and logistics platform for growing brands, today has been ranked No. 8 on Inc. Magazine's 37th annual Inc. 5000, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy's most dynamic segment. "We've been on an incredible trajectory since we started in 2013, and we're honored to be recognized by Inc. for our hard work, passion, and growth. It's a testament to the value of the work we do with our clients, and to the global need we're fulfilling within the logistics and freight forwarding industry," said CEO and founder, Ryan Petersen. Flexport has experienced phenomenal growth across revenue, team headcount, and global footprint. In the past year alone, Flexport has grown to almost 1,000 employees, was named to the 2018 Inc. Best Places to Work List, and opened new offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Hamburg, Los Angeles, and New York, bringing it to a total of nine offices around the globe. To support this growth, the executive team made key hires including Paige DeLacey as Chief People Officer, and David Robinson as VP of Design. Additionally, Flexport expanded is services by leasing a 747-400 freighter to facilitate air freight shipments between Hong Kong and Los Angeles, as well as the opening of a 24,000 square foot warehouse in Hong Kong, 45,000 square foot warehouse in Shenzhen, and a 140,000 square foot cross port in Los Angeles. About Flexport: About Inc. Media: The Inc. 5000 is a list of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. Started in 1982, this prestigious list of the nation's most successful private companies has become the hallmark of entrepreneurial success. The Inc. 5000 Conference & Awards Ceremony is an annual event that celebrates their remarkable achievements. The event also offers informative workshops, celebrated keynote speakers, and evening functions. For more information on Inc. and the Inc. 5000 Conference, visit http://conference.inc.com/.
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