Dayton Fast 50

Overview

Dayton Business Journal’s Fast 50 (often branded locally as the Fastest-Growing Companies list) recognizes the 50 fastest-growing privately held companies in the Dayton region, ranked by percentage revenue growth over a multi‑year period. It is run by the Dayton Business Journal, part of The Business Journals network, and is based on financial data that is typically reviewed and verified by an independent accounting firm. Companies pursue it for regional visibility, validation of their growth story, and editorial coverage in the journal, which can support marketing, hiring, and investor credibility.

Eligibility Requirements

• Headquartered or with a significant operational presence in the Dayton, Ohio region (Dayton Business Journal coverage area)
• Privately held, for‑profit company with at least three full fiscal years of operating history by the end of 2025
• Minimum revenue threshold and demonstrable percentage revenue growth over the measured period, with revenues verified via financial documentation or CPA attestation as required by Dayton Business Journal