For the second consecutive year, the revolutionary Melinda's brand has been named to the Inc. 5000 2024 list of fastest-growing companies
August 18, 2024
Melinda’s Foods LLC is pleased to announce its ranking as #3,641 on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list, Inc.’s prestigious annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. This recognition recognizes the most successful independent and entrepreneurial companies that are driving innovation and growth in the American economy. Notable companies such as Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Under Armour, Timberland, Oracle and Patagonia all first gained national attention as Inc. 5000 honorees.
“The past year has been transformative for Melinda’s,” said David Figueroa, founder of Melinda’s. “Our dedication to delivering bold, high-quality flavors at accessible prices has elevated us within the condiment industry. Being recognized by Inc. is a testament to the hard work of our team and the loyalty of our customers, and we are truly honored.”
Over the past year, Melinda’s has firmly established itself as a leading force in the condiment industry. Growing from the 13th to the 3rd largest hot sauce brand in the U.S. in just twelve months, the company has seen impressive year-over-year unit sales growth of 500,000 units. This rapid expansion has been driven by strategic partnerships, including a significant deal with Walmart and an exciting collaboration as the Official Hot Sauce Partner of the New York Yankees.
Despite these remarkable milestones, Melinda’s remains a family-owned business with a deep commitment to making hot sauces from whole, fresh ingredients. Their unique 2023 holiday partnership with Walmart, featuring 2 oz mini “stocking stuffer” bottles priced at just 1 $, resulted in a staggering increase in sales of 900 % over the previous year.
“We are thrilled to announce that Melinda’s has earned a spot on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list for the second consecutive year,” added Figueroa. “This achievement is a direct reflection of our passionate team and the unwavering support of our customers. We congratulate this year’s honorees and are proud to be in such distinguished company.”
For more information about Melinda's and its diverse line of unique sauces and condiments, please visit Melindas.com. Complete Inc. 5000 results, including company profiles, are available at www.inc.com/inc5000.
About Melinda's
Melinda’s is the passionately crafted, all-natural vegetable and fruit-based hot sauce brand that pioneered the use of habanero peppers. Founded over 34 years ago by brothers Greg and David Figueroa, who sought to share their passion for chili peppers with consumers across the country, Melinda’s weaves family history into every product. Using all-natural vegetable and fruit ingredients sourced from Colombia, Melinda’s offers a wide variety of hot sauces, condiments, wing sauces and preserves to help consumers infuse delicious flavor into their everyday meals. For more information about Melinda’s, please visit Melindas.com.
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