For the first time in two decades, a new leader has emerged at the summit of industry benchmarks as Leaf Home secured the number one position on both the Qualified Remodeler Top 500 and Roofing Contractor Top 100 lists for 2026.
New York-based asset manager Blue Owl Capital is entering the debt markets with an offering of 10-year senior unsecured notes. The firm plans to direct the net proceeds from this sale specifically toward paying down outstanding borrowings currently held under its existing revolving credit facility, pending market conditions.
Sixty-one percent of American adults now oppose the construction of data centers in their own communities, a 12-point jump since this past spring. While public sentiment toward artificial intelligence remains largely stable, the physical presence of massive server infrastructure has become a focal point of widespread local resistance.
Insurance brokers, investors, and startup founders will gather at the Fairmont Chicago from August 31 to September 2 for BrokerTech Connect: Chicago. The event, hosted by BrokerTech Ventures, aims to bridge the gap between legacy insurance practices and the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and digital-first operations.
Investors who purchased Bloom Energy Corporation stock between February 27, 2025, and July 8, 2026, face a September 28, 2026, deadline to join a securities class action lawsuit. The litigation follows allegations that the company obscured its reliance on Chinese-sourced scandium, misleading shareholders about its core business operations.
Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Jay Calvert secured high national rankings in Newsweek’s 2026 list of America's Best Plastic Surgeons, earning recognition across five distinct specialties. The board-certified surgeon achieved a notable third-place ranking for rhinoplasty and seventeenth for facelifts, cementing his standing in a competitive medical field.
Maryland’s top technology and innovation officials will anchor the seventh annual State of GovTech summit, scheduled for September 9–10 in Silver Spring. The event aims to bridge the gap between public sector administrators and private investors, focusing on the practical challenges of modernization and digital transformation within local government.
The international Red Dot jury has honored MINISFORUM with two 2026 Product Design Awards, recognizing the MS-S1 MAX mini workstation and the N5 Pro AI NAS. The accolades highlight the brand’s ability to pack enterprise-grade computing power and modular hardware into refined, compact chassis designs for professional and home users.
Redefine Alliance has committed $5.4 million to launch a three-year research initiative involving eight employment social enterprises across the United States. The program aims to identify and scale workplace practices that move beyond simple job placement to foster long-term financial stability, individual agency, and generational wealth for workers.
Eight out of ten American pastors have contemplated abandoning their vocational ministry within the last five years. According to the Culture Resurrection Index, a survey of 1,000 religious leaders, the primary driver behind this exodus is not financial hardship, but a fundamental disconnect within church organizational culture.
With $1 billion in client revenue generated over their careers, the leadership team at New York-based DigiCom has secured the agency a spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list for the second year in a row, marking 105% revenue growth over the past three-year cycle.
Fewer than 10% of companies in the history of the Inc. 5000 have achieved the milestone of six consecutive years on the list. Rancho Cordova-based Samuel Hale secured its place on the 2026 Honor Roll by posting 113% revenue growth, ranking 2,797th nationally and 50th within the insurance sector.
Safety equipment provider GME Supply has launched Gearcor PRO, a digital procurement platform designed to consolidate ordering systems across its three primary brands. The software addresses the fragmented nature of industrial purchasing by centralizing catalogs, approval workflows, and financial tracking for large-scale trade operations and field service teams.
Pennsylvania-based Zook Cabins has earned its fifth placement on the Inc. 5000 list, ranking 2991st among the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. This latest recognition highlights the modular home builder’s sustained expansion since its 2006 inception, marking a significant milestone for the firm’s national footprint.
Parents testing the SightAware contactless baby monitor in their own homes have propelled the Charleston-based device to a 2026 National Parenting Product Award. Evaluators highlighted the system’s ability to track sleep states and skin temperature without the need for wearable sensors, WiFi connectivity, or smartphone applications.
Securing the 2,141st spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, Los Angeles-based SoLo Funds has marked its first appearance among America’s fastest-growing private companies. The recognition underscores the platform’s rapid expansion in community-based finance, where it connects individual lenders and borrowers through a proprietary AI intelligence layer.
Sanford-based OnlineLabels is lowering the barrier for small-batch printing by reducing order minimums to 50 pieces and slashing prices by an average of 19%. This shift, supported by upgrades to their Florida production facility, allows brands and creators to access professional-grade, weather-resistant vinyl without committing to high-volume inventory.
For the fourth year running, Austin-based Alafair Biosciences has earned a place on the Inc. 5000 list. The medical device manufacturer, which specializes in biopolymer technology for orthopedic soft-tissue protection, continues its streak of rapid revenue growth while scaling its surgical product portfolio.
When Design & Construction Week concluded in Orlando, the divide between building systems and interior design had effectively evaporated. For brands navigating the 2026 International Builders' Show and Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, the path to market influence shifted from mere product display toward immersive, narrative-driven brand experiences.
By bypassing traditional trenching and grid dependency, the Sun 'N Lake Improvement District has deployed 375 solar-powered LED streetlights across its Florida community. This infrastructure overhaul utilizes a service-based model to modernize roadway safety while avoiding the significant upfront capital and logistical disruptions typical of conventional utility grid expansion projects.
A North Carolina motorcycle dealership has turned missed phone calls into a revenue stream by integrating Revmo AI into its operations. Between May and July 2026, the technology captured $37,000 in after-hours business, proving that automated systems can handle complex customer requests without sacrificing the personal touch required in high-volume retail.
AbsenceSoft has earned the No. 2685 position on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, marking its second appearance in the annual ranking of America’s fastest-growing private companies. The Denver-based software firm reported a 120% revenue increase over the past three years, highlighting the rising demand for automated leave and accommodations management.
John Kawaja, a veteran executive with tenures at TaylorMade and Xponential Fitness, has been appointed president of DataSnap. He is tasked with scaling the company’s predictive intelligence portfolio and directing the U.S. market entry of enterprise AI firm RevenueSignals as part of a new strategic partnership.
Three young athletes from Pennsylvania and California have been selected as the winners of the third annual Little League Challenger Division pin design contest. Their original artwork will be transformed into official trading pins to be distributed during the 2026 Exhibition Game in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
Haleon plc has initiated a cash tender offer to repurchase all of its outstanding $1.999 billion 3.375% senior notes due in March 2027. The move, executed by its subsidiary Haleon US Capital LLC, serves as a proactive measure to optimize the company’s debt portfolio in alignment with established capital allocation priorities.
The U.S. Army has exercised the first option year of a five-year, $45.2 million contract with Atlanta-based CodeMettle. The agreement ensures the continued deployment of ConOptic software, a platform designed to streamline network orchestration and command-and-control operations for battalions operating in contested tactical environments.
For the fifth consecutive year, insurance payments platform ePayPolicy has earned a place on the Inc. 5000 list, ranking 2,267th among the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. This latest recognition follows the company reaching a milestone of 12,000 active customers on its specialized financial network.
Persistent salt air and abrasive volcanic dust are forcing Oahu’s hospitality and medical sectors to rethink routine janitorial maintenance. Renue Hawaii has launched a specialized asset preservation initiative designed to strip away years of embedded wear, aiming to extend the lifecycle of flooring infrastructure and delay costly capital replacements.
AirCARE1 has secured Federal Aviation Administration authorization to carry and administer inhaled nitric oxide aboard its Learjet 60 fleet. This regulatory milestone allows the air ambulance provider to maintain specialized respiratory support for medically fragile patients during long-range transport, ensuring continuous care from bedside to bedside.
Shoppers navigating the snack aisle face a labyrinth of labels, but a new standard aims to simplify the search. Northbrook-based Go Raw has secured independent Non-UPF Verification for its Organic Sea Salt Sprouted Pumpkin Seeds, marking a shift toward greater transparency for minimally processed, plant-based foods in the national market.
