Poulsbo-based Paladin Data Systems Corporation has been named one of the fastest-growing companies in the nation by Inc. magazine, which recently released its annual ranking of the Inc. 500, the comprehensive guide to America’s fastest-growing private companies.

The Inc. 500, published on October 17, is an exclusive report on the companies and CEOs who are changing the face of American business. Noteworthy alumni include such household corporate names as Microsoft, Timberland, Dominos Pizza, and Patagonia.

“We are thrilled to have made this prestigious Inc. 500 listing, said Jim Nall, President and CEO. Paladin’s growth has been fueled by our determination to provide innovation and superior information technology services to our customers. This award recognizes the efforts of each and every Paladin employee, in the way we perform on a daily basis.”

Gary Macy, Paladin’s Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer added, “We look forward to sustaining the growth in our traditional markets. Paladin is preparing to expand our services into additional offerings, resulting in more opportunities for growth, while working hard to maintain our standing as one of Washington’s “Best Companies to Work For”.

Paladin was ranked 59 on the list and is one of seven firms in the state to make this year’s list.
  Paladin, an Oracle software reseller and professional services firm, boasts the Northwest’s largest consulting team of Oracle Designers, Developers, and Database Administrators, committed to delivering technology solutions for e-commerce/e-business, Internet/Intranet, data systems administration, enterprise management, and enterprise resource planning. With offices in Poulsbo and Seattle.

This marks the 19th year that Inc. has charted the progress of America’s most innovative and successful entrepreneurs. To be eligible for the list, companies have to be independent and privately held through 1999, have at least $200,000 in sales in the base year, 1995, and their 1999 sales must have exceeded their 1998 sales. The ranking is based on the percentage increase in sales from 1995 through 1999. Holding companies, regulated banks and regulated utilities are not eligible. Inc. verifies all information using tax forms and financial statements from certified public accountants and by conducting interviews with company officials.