ADG Makes List of Fastest-Growing Companies
MINNEAPOLIS — Automotive Development Group has been named to the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing companies of 2017. This is the first time the company has been honored with a ranking on the list. The Inc. 5000 outlines the fastest-growing privately held companies from across the country that demonstrate the highest revenue growth over a three-year ... Read More »
MINNEAPOLIS — Automotive Development Group has been named to the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing companies of 2017. This is the first time the company has been honored with a ranking on the list.
The Inc. 5000 outlines the fastest-growing privately held companies from across the country that demonstrate the highest revenue growth over a three-year period. Previous winners have included companies to the likes of FitBit and Pandora.
The award joins a growing number of accolades ADG has amassed this year. The company has experienced tremendous success, with revenue growth of 188% over the last three years.
“It feels great to have our entire team recognized for the results of their hard work and innovation” said Founder and President Joel Kansanback. “The automotive industry is going through a period of unprecedented change. Automotive Development Group is uniquely positioned to assist dealers in navigating the challenging realities.”
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