RYSE Construction Ranks No. 652 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies
ASHEVILLE, NC – August 19, 2025 – Inc., the leading media brand for entrepreneurs and business leaders, today announced that RYSE Construction has earned a spot on the annual Inc. 5000 list. This prestigious ranking recognizes the fastest-growing private companies in the nation, offering a data-driven look at the most successful businesses in the U.S. economy.
Quote from RYSE Construction's President and Founder, Ethan Young:
"Earning a spot on the Inc. 5000 is a huge honor for us, and it's all because of our team. Their hard work and commitment to our clients are what have fueled our growth; we truly are seeking to Reinvent Your Standard Experience on every single project. We're also incredibly grateful for the communities we serve. Our growth is directly tied to the growth of Western North Carolina, and we're committed to helping build the places where people live, work, and thrive. This recognition really belongs to our God, our team, and everyone who has supported us."
This year’s Inc. 5000 honorees have demonstrated remarkable growth despite navigating economic uncertainty, inflationary pressures, and a fluctuating labor market. With a three-year revenue growth of 639%, RYSE Construction placed No. 652 of the Fastest-growing private companies in America, the #1 Fastest Growing Commercial General Contractor in North Carolina, and the 6th Fastest Growing Commercial General Contractor Nationwide. The top 500 companies on the list collectively added more than 48,678 jobs to the U.S. economy over the past three years.
"Making the Inc. 5000 is always a remarkable achievement, but earning a spot this year speaks volumes about a company’s tenacity and clarity of vision,” says Mike Hofman, editor-in-chief of Inc. “These businesses have thrived amid rising costs, shifting global dynamics, and constant change. They didn’t just weather the storm—they grew through it, and their stories are a powerful reminder that the entrepreneurial spirit is the engine of the U.S. economy.”
For the full list, company profiles, and a searchable database, visit: www.inc.com/inc5000.
Inc. will celebrate the honorees at the 2025 Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, taking place October 22–24 in Phoenix, and the top 500 will be featured in the Fall issue of Inc. magazine.
About RYSE Construction
RYSE Construction is a leading commercial general contractor based in Western North Carolina, specializing in complex projects across the healthcare, institutional, and commercial sectors. Our team is committed to providing turnkey, design-build solutions, meticulously managing every detail from initial concept to project completion. We pride ourselves on a client-focused approach and a company culture built on integrity and a deep commitment to our community. Our rapid growth is a testament to our team's dedication to excellence and our passion for building not just structures, but a stronger future for the people and places of Western North Carolina.
Methodology
Companies on the 2025 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2021 to 2024. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2021. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2024. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2021 is $100,000; the minimum for 2024 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons.
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