Engagedly Ranked No. 1,514 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 List

by Srikant Chellappa Aug 19,2025
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We’re thrilled to share some exciting news—Engagedly has been ranked No. 1,514 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America!

This recognition is a huge milestone for us and a testament to the incredible work of our team, our customers’ trust, and our continued commitment to innovation in performance management and people enablement.

Why This Ranking Matters

Making it onto the Inc. 5000 list is no small feat. The companies recognized here represent the most dynamic segment of the economy—innovative organizations driving growth, creating jobs, and reshaping industries.

For Engagedly, this honor validates our mission: helping organizations align people performance with strategic execution to achieve measurable business outcomes. Since our founding in 2015, we’ve been passionate about building AI-powered solutions that empower HR leaders, managers, and employees alike.

Climbing the Inc. 5000 rankings—this year at No. 1,514—reflects not only rapid growth but also the real impact we’re making in workplaces around the world.

The Criteria We Met

To qualify for the Inc. 5000, companies must meet strict criteria:

  • Revenue Growth: Businesses are ranked according to their percentage revenue growth over a three-year period. Engagedly achieved an impressive 289% 3-year growth—demonstrating both resilience and scalability.
  • Independent & Private: Only privately held, independent companies qualify. Engagedly is proud to be founder-led and independently driven.
  • U.S.-based: Companies must be based in the United States. Our headquarters in Maplewood, Missouri continues to be a hub for innovation and customer success.

These standards ensure that recognition isn’t just about size but about consistent performance, agility, and entrepreneurial spirit.

A Journey of Continuous Growth

This isn’t the first time Engagedly has appeared on the Inc. 5000 list. Over the years, we’ve steadily climbed the ranks:

  • 2022: No. 2205
  • 2023: No. 3044
  • 2024: No. 4127
  • 2025: No. 1514 🎉

Each step upward represents our relentless focus on customer value, innovation in AI and engagement tools, and our incredible team’s drive.

Looking Ahead

Being recognized on the Inc. 5000 list is both a celebration of what we’ve achieved and a challenge to keep pushing boundaries. With AI transforming the way organizations manage performance and engagement, Engagedly is excited to continue leading the way.

To our customers, partners, and employees—thank you for being part of this journey. This recognition belongs to all of us.

Here’s to the next chapter of growth, innovation, and impact!

Author
Srikant Chellappa
CEO & Co-Founder of Engagedly

Srikant Chellappa is the Co-Founder and CEO at Engagedly and is a passionate entrepreneur and people leader. He is an author, producer/director of 6 feature films, a music album with his band Manchester Underground, and is the host of The People Strategy Leaders Podcast.

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