9 companies in Columbia and surrounding areas are ranked among the fastest-growing private companies in the nation, according to the 2021 Inc. 5000 list.👏

Inc.com determined rankings for 5,000 companies in the US according to percentage revenue growth over a 3 year period. The Midlands is home to 9 of the 63 SC-based companies that made the list this year.

These 9 companies had a median growth of 158%, total revenue of $264.7 million, 376 jobs added, and 6 are repeat honorees.

Here’s the lowdown on the 9 Midlands companies to make the list:

#67: ZVerse, West Columbia

Industry: Manufacturing

Growth: 5,533%

What they do: Helps fast track the creation of 3D files and products with full-service digital manufacturing. Widely known for producing millions of face shields during the pandemic.

#1,015: TerraStride, Columbia

Industry: Software

Growth: 475%

What they do: Produced an online mapping platform to highlight all of the property’s features. Brokers can use the product to increase business performance and customers can use it to take interactive tours of potential properties.

#1,602: Resource Financial Services, Columbia

Industry: Financial Services

Growth: 291%

What they do: The locally based team of full-service mortgage bankers help answer questions and provide options to make mortgages and refinancing easier.

#1,773: The Stanley Law Group, P.A., Columbia

Industry: Business Products & Services

Growth: 258%

What they do: The local law firm shared 60 years of experience and specializes in personal injury law + various injuries.

#2,597: Diesel Laptops, Irmo

Industry: Retail

Growth: 158%

What they do: This company specializes in diesel diagnostic tools + repair information, including equipment for the commercial truck, construction, automobile, agriculture, and off-highway markets.

#4,099: Pinnacle Consulting, Columbia

Industry: IT Systems Development

Growth: 73%

What they do: Provides IT solutions.

#4,124: Southeastern Equipment & Supply, West Columbia

Industry: Environmental Services

Growth: 72%

What they do: Specializes in floor buffering + floor cleaning equipment and technology.

#4,759: AMAROK (Formerly known as Electric Guard Dog), Columbia

Industry: Security

Growth: 49%

What they do: Prevents crime by providing full perimeter electric security fencing for clients.

#4,940: US Patriot, Columbia

Industry: Retail

Growth: 41%

What they do: This veteran-owned company is a military and law enforcement supplier providing high-grade apparel, gear, and footwear.