Inc. Magazine named Builden Partners to its 2025 Inc. 5000 list of Fastest-Growing Companies, an extraordinary milestone for the law firm marketing strategy consultancy.

This marks Builden’s debut on the list, which recognizes private companies across the United States that outpace industry benchmarks. The honor reflects Builden’s commitment to scaling within its law firm marketing strategy niche.

“Earning our place on the Inc. 5000 list represents an incredible milestone for Builden and reflects the trust our clients place in us every day,” said Builden Founder Jocelyn Brumbaugh. “From Am Law firms to well-known regional boutiques, we are honored by the Managing Partners and CMOs who place their brands in our hands. Their confidence fuels our work as we partner to drive meaningful marketing and business development results.”

Builden posted impressive numbers for its first time on the Inc. 5000 List, landing at #3080 out of 5,000 private companies nationwide, #141 in growth among Chicago-based companies and #272 in growth within the Advertising, Marketing & PR sector.  

Companies on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list are ranked according to their percentage revenue growth over three-year period, from 2021 to 2024. To qualify, companies must be privately held, for-profit, based in the U.S. and independent (not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies) as of December 31, 2024. Since then, some companies on the list may have gone public or been acquired. Companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2021. The minimum revenue requirement is $100,000 for 2021 and $2 million for 2024. All honorees must pass Inc.’s editorial review. Learn more here.