SmartFinancial named No. 2,384 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List, the most prestigious ranking of America's fastest-growing private companies. SmartFinancial Aug 18, 2026, 18:05 ET SmartFinancial earned a spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 after achieving 140% revenue growth over three years, marking a major milestone in the company's 15-year journey. The recognition highlights SmartFinancial's continued growth, efficiency, and innovation as a leading digital insurance marketplace. Company Recognized for 140% Three-Year Revenue Growth, Earning a Place Among the Nation's Most Successful Independent Businesses NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ - SmartFinancial today announced it has been ranked No. 2,384 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, the annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list is the most prestigious ranking of the nation's most successful independent and entrepreneurial businesses, recognizing companies that have achieved remarkable growth while driving innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of the economy. Past honorees include companies such as Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Oracle, and Patagonia. "Being named to the Inc. 5000 is an incredible milestone for SmartFinancial, especially 15 years into our journey," said Lev Barinskiy, CEO and co-founder of SmartFinancial. "What makes this recognition most meaningful is that we continue to evolve, innovate, and accelerate as a company. It's a testament to the incredible team we've built and the trust of our clients and partners. I'm extremely proud of what we've accomplished together and even more excited about what's ahead." This year's Inc. 5000 recognizes a new class of companies redefining what growth looks like. From AI and advanced manufacturing to healthcare, consumer products, and professional services, these businesses are expanding their impact, creating jobs and proving that entrepreneurial ambition continues to fuel the U.S. economy. Among the 5,000 companies on the list, the median three-year revenue growth rate was 130%, and those companies have collectively added more than 627,208 jobs to the U.S. economy over the past three years. For the full Inc. 5000 list, honoree company profiles, and a searchable database by industry and location, please visit: www.inc.com/inc5000. "Every company on the Inc. 5000 has a story of perseverance, smart decision making, and a refusal to sit still," says Mike Hofman, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Their growth reflects more than strong financial performance-it reflects creativity, resilience, and the customer focus required to build companies that make a lasting impact. We congratulate all honorees on this significant achievement." Inc. will celebrate the honorees at the 2026 Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, taking place October 14-16 in Dallas, Texas and the top 500 will be listed in the Fall issue of Inc. Magazine. Tickets are on sale now. Inc. 5000 List Methodology Companies on the 2026 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2022 to 2025. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2022. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent - not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies - as of December 31, 2025. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2022 is $100,000; the minimum for 2025 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. About SmartFinancial SmartFinancial is a leading digital insurance marketplace that connects in-market insurance consumers looking for auto, home, health and commercial insurance with a vast network of insurance agents and carrier partners nationwide. Insurance.io is SmartFinancial's technology stack that powers digital customer acquisition for insurance carriers and agents. With a mission to help consumers find the best coverage at the best value, SmartFinancial has simplified the insurance-buying experience with a transparent insurance-technology platform that pairs people with the right insurance carrier. Founded by a team of insurance and technology experts, SmartFinancial focuses on delivering measurable results and exceptional service. It is one of the fastest-growing insurance customer acquisition companies in the U.S. About Inc. Inc. is the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping its future. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of its community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating the future of business. Inc. is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with fellow leading business publication Fast Company. For more information, visit www.inc.com. Media Contact SOURCE SmartFinancial

ZVOX strengthens U.S. Leadership team with appointment of insurance sales veteran Al Garcia. New York, USAZVOX, the AI-powered SaaS platform for the insurance industry, today announced the appointment of Al Garcia as Vice President of Sales. Garcia joins the executive leadership team to drive commercial growth and strengthen strategic partnerships across the U.S. and accelerate adoption of its AI-powered customer acquisition platform. Widely regarded for building high-performing inside sales organizations... New York, USA ZVOX, the AI-powered SaaS platform for the insurance industry, today announced the appointment of Al Garcia as Vice President of Sales. Garcia joins the executive leadership team to drive commercial growth and strengthen strategic partnerships across the U.S. and accelerate adoption of its AI-powered customer acquisition platform. Widely regarded for building high-performing inside sales organizations within the insurance lead ecosystem, Garcia brings more than 20 years of experience building high-performing sales organizations and cultivating strategic agency partnerships. Throughout his career, he has partnered with insurance agencies of all sizes and is widely recognized for helping organizations build scalable and high-performance sales cultures. Before joining ZVOX, Garcia held leadership positions at Hubexo, SmartFinancial, Precise Leads and InsuranceAgents.com, where he successfully led sales expansion initiatives and built teams focused on delivering measurable business outcomes. In addition to his executive leadership experience, Garcia has earned recognition as a thought leader in sales excellence. His book, The Sales Floor, distills decades of real-world experience into practical strategies for building high-performance sales cultures, inspiring teams and driving sustainable growth. In his new role, Garcia will focus on building a scalable, high-performing sales team that supports ZVOX's long-term growth ambitions. Amitt Sharma, Founder, ZVOX, said, "Al has built an exceptional career helping sales organizations grow and creating lasting value for insurance agencies. His deep understanding of the insurance ecosystem, combined with his passion for building high-performing teams, makes him the ideal leader to spearhead our next phase of growth. As demand for AI-driven customer engagement continues to rise, Al's leadership will help us deepen relationships across the industry and deliver even greater value to our customers." Al Garcia, Vice President - Sales, ZVOX, said, "ZVOX is building exactly the kind of AI platform the insurance industry needs, one that helps agencies engage consumers more intelligently while improving operational efficiency. Joining ZVOX is an exciting opportunity because the company has a clear vision, a strong team and an unwavering commitment to transforming the insurance industry through artificial intelligence. I'm looking forward to building a high-performing sales organization at ZVOX that is known not only for delivering results but also for its culture, consistency and dedication to helping insurance agents succeed." Built as a SaaS platform for carriers, distributors and agencies, ZVOX is on a mission to redefine how the insurance industry acquires, engages and converts customers through AI. By unifying acquisition intelligence, engagement orchestration and performance optimization in a single platform, the company is helping insurers deliver smarter, more connected customer experiences. Strategic leadership hires, including the appointment of Al Garcia, are a key part of ZVOX's broader investment in talent, innovation and market expansion as it continues to scale across the United States. About ZVOX. ZVOX is an AI-powered SaaS platform transforming how the insurance industry acquires, engages and converts consumers. Built for carriers, distributors and agencies, the platform combines real-time acquisition intelligence with AI-driven engagement orchestration to help insurers identify the right consumers and determine the most effective outreach pathway across voice, SMS and email. By bringing decision intelligence into the acquisition funnel, ZVOX enables insurance enterprises to improve conversion efficiency, reduce acquisition waste and scale performance-driven growth in an increasingly competitive digital marketplace. Media Contact: For media inquiries about this release, submit an inquiry. https://send.heraldengine.com/contact/81856/e721de80caee3ce1a52fa7eedb9fe5af57bd2f5578257af48e46c2b1afcf4ab2 July 28, 2026 - Views: 0 July 28, 2026 - Views: 1 July 28, 2026 - Views: 0 Recent comments. No comments to show.