NEW YORK, August 12, 2025 – Inc., the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future, today announced HempWood’s inclusion on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. HempWood is the fastest-growing manufacturer in Kentucky on the list, underscoring strong growth and a commitment to American manufacturing. The list provides a data-driven snapshot of the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Past honorees include companies such as Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Under Armour, Timberland, Oracle, and Patagonia.

“HempWood is proud to make the Inc. 5000 list for 2025 as the fastest-growing manufacturer in Kentucky,” says HempWood Founder and CEO Greg Wilson. “This achievement showcases our resilience in tough market conditions and dedication to our mission of bringing healthier materials to consumers around the globe.”

This year’s Inc. 5000 honorees have demonstrated exceptional growth while navigating economic uncertainty, inflationary pressure, and a fluctuating labor market.

“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.”

About HempWood

HempWood uses patented technology to transform locally grown hemp fibers bonded with soy based adhesives into carbon-negative, formaldehyde-free hardwood. As America’s first hemp-based hardwood alternative, HempWood is leading the charge in healthy, sustainable interior building materials for homes, businesses, and schools. For more information, visit HempWood.com.

About Inc.

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