Under the leadership of biotech entrepreneur Dr. Leen Kawas, EIT Pharma is moving its late-stage infectious disease therapies closer to commercialization. The company recently achieved a significant milestone as the FDA accepted the New Drug Application for Lonafarnib, a first-in-class oral treatment for chronic hepatitis D.
By securing FedRAMP Moderate Authorization, GovEagle is shifting how government contractors navigate the federal bid lifecycle. Through a partnership with Knox Systems, the platform now offers a secure AI environment capable of handling sensitive proposal development from initial opportunity identification to final submission.
San Diego-based biopharmaceutical firm Amplifica has closed an oversubscribed $26 million Series B funding round to accelerate clinical trials for its injectable hair growth treatments. The financing, led by Tasso Partners, aims to push the company’s proprietary signaling molecules beyond current market standards for treating androgenetic alopecia.
Private aviation provider Wheels Up and yacht brokerage Fraser Yachts have formed a strategic alliance to streamline luxury travel, connecting high-end flight itineraries with maritime excursions. The partnership aims to eliminate logistical friction for affluent travelers by coordinating everything from private jet arrivals to dock-to-deck seaplane transfers.
Under the neon lights of Las Vegas, Inaba Foods USA is debuting a significant expansion of its pet nutrition lineup at the SUPERZOO 2026 trade show. The company is moving beyond its signature lickable treats, introducing a variety of complete meals and specialized textures designed to address evolving consumer demand for pet wellness.
With a ranking of No. 63 in the IT services sector, San Clemente-based Bluewave Technology Group has earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list for the second year in a row. The firm, which manages over $400 million in annual client technology spend, secured the 1,545th position overall.
Sixty-one percent of women in midlife report significant sleep disturbances, yet the issue is frequently dismissed as simple stress. Philadelphia-based sleep physician Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown is challenging that narrative by launching a free digital resource designed to help women decode the hormonal volatility behind their restless nights.
After two decades of building franchise systems at Neighborly, Joel Worthington is taking the helm at Koala Insulation. Empower Brands appointed the veteran executive to accelerate the company’s national footprint, tasking him with refining franchisee support and scaling operations within the competitive home improvement sector.
With the acquisition of the Baton Rouge-based Capital Surgery Center, Nashville-based AMSURG has extended its ambulatory surgery network to eight locations across Louisiana. The 8,250-square-foot facility at 8250 Picardy Avenue marks the company’s second site in the regional market, focusing on orthopedic and pain management services.
Against the backdrop of the 75th Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, California-based Karma Automotive has unveiled its aggressive expansion strategy. The manufacturer is moving beyond its Revero roots with the 2027 Gyesera Grand Coupe, the 2028 Amaris GT, and the high-performance, solid-state battery-powered 2029 Kaveya Super Coupe.
Michigan residents currently driving long distances for their favorite frozen treats may soon find a local shop nearby. Cold Stone Creamery announced plans to launch up to 12 new locations across the state over the next four years, capitalizing on renewed economic investment throughout the Detroit metropolitan area.
Ace Hardware Corporation posted record-breaking financial results for the second quarter of 2026, with revenues reaching $3 billion. The hardware cooperative saw a 5.9 percent increase in revenue compared to the same period last year, driven by steady demand across its retail network and double-digit growth in digital sales.
For the third consecutive year, ShipYourCarNow and Rite Way Transport Group have earned a place on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies. This milestone follows a strong 2025 fiscal performance, with the organization reporting over $115 million in total revenue.
With an explosive 8,266% revenue growth over the past three years, Salisbury-based InSite BUILD has secured the No. 28 spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list. This achievement marks the firm as the fastest-growing construction company in the United States, outpacing competitors in a highly demanding sector.
Franklin-based EnableComp has acquired Cincinnati’s Helix Advisory, seeking to close a massive gap in healthcare revenue recovery. By integrating Helix’s diagnostic technology, EnableComp aims to capture billions in underpayments that traditional, rules-based audit systems currently overlook by relying on outdated claim-size thresholds and rigid logic.
Business Network International is bringing its franchise recruitment drive to New York this August, hosting three invite-only networking sessions across the city. The events aim to attract local entrepreneurial talent by showcasing the organization's referral-based business model and meeting prospective owners in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Long Island.
Publishers can now bypass manual dashboard navigation and CSV exports to query account performance directly through an AI assistant. Zeydoo’s new MCP connector integrates with natural-language tools, allowing users to extract payout rates, offer catalogues, and balance data via simple conversational prompts rather than traditional data-entry workflows.
For children aged three to eight, passive viewing is no longer enough to cement a fandom. According to the latest Kids Interactive Entertainment Report from Lingokids, Gen Alpha increasingly prefers to engage with icons like Spider-Man and Bluey through interactive games rather than traditional media alone.
Denver-based agency GREAT SCOTT has secured a spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000, ranking 2,095th among the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. The family-run firm, which specializes in public relations and affiliate marketing, achieved a 163% revenue increase between 2022 and 2025 to earn its place on the list.
Seven years after a viral social media debate transformed the fast-food landscape, A&W Restaurants is finally entering the fray. The chain is challenging loyalists of rival brands to sample its first-ever hand-breaded chicken sandwich, betting that a new recipe can disrupt long-standing allegiances in the competitive quick-service market.
Financial institutions are struggling to balance acquisition costs against the rising complexity of AI-driven search, prompting Vancouver-based Fintel Connect to release its 2026 Cost Per Acquisition (CPA) Guide. The report provides actionable intelligence for banks, lenders, and insurers navigating competitive markets across the United States and Canada.
The men's grooming brand Cutting Edge has been named the 2026 U.S. Emerging Leader in Personal Care by Circana, following a surge in retail performance. The award recognizes the company for achieving the largest dollar percentage increase in its category, validating its focus on solving skin irritation for diverse hair types.
Possessing an insurance card rarely guarantees timely medical attention for the American frontline workforce. As deductibles and administrative hurdles keep essential services out of reach, Oxnard-based HealthWorX is urging employers to abandon traditional benefit structures in favor of a nonprofit third-party administrator model that prioritizes actual utilization over paper coverage.
Under the new leadership of executive producer Jon R. Moses, Florida’s Riverside Theatre has unveiled a six-production season for 2026–2027. The schedule features a world premiere and a Southeast premiere, focusing on narratives that explore the intersection of personal identity, historical tension, and the pursuit of human connection.
RTI International, the North Carolina-based scientific research institute, secured a spot on Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces in Professional Services 2026. The distinction follows a rigorous evaluation of organizational culture, career development, and employee satisfaction metrics gathered from over 579,000 workers across the United States.
More than 260 officials and industry leaders gathered at POWERCHINA’s Beijing headquarters this week to map out an ambitious energy overhaul. The two-day conference aims to secure long-term partnerships for South Africa’s Integrated Resource Plan 2025, a massive infrastructure roadmap requiring R2.2 trillion in investment through 2039.
A single viral crowd-work clip can now launch a career, while global festivals in Riyadh spark fierce debates over artistic freedom and finance. Comedian and USC professor Wayne Federman captures this volatile post-pandemic landscape in his updated chronicle, The History of Stand-Up: From Mark Twain to Dave Chappelle.
Investors will get a look at Leatt Corporation’s financial health on August 14, 2026, as the company prepares to release its second-quarter results. Management plans to host a conference call at 10:00 am ET that morning to unpack the performance data for the manufacturer of extreme sports protective gear.
Portsmouth-based EventPipe has debuted at No. 1,059 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, marking the first time the travel technology firm has appeared in the annual ranking. The company secured the position by demonstrating consistent revenue growth over the past three years within a competitive hospitality software sector.
With 10.8 million acres transitioned to regenerative management, Applegate Farms is shifting its focus from basic supply chain metrics to broader ecological and nutritional outcomes. The company’s latest mission report outlines a strategy to link farming practices directly to the health benefits of the meat reaching consumer plates.
