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From inflation to supply chain disruptions, U.S. businesses are facing headwinds from all sides. In today’s economic landscape, simply keeping a business afloat presents unprecedented challenges. Yet these Power Partners stand out, empowering businesses to grow despite the obstacles. Recognized on a national scale, these U.S.-based Power Partners dominate their industries, providing expertise in advertising, marketing, financial services, travel, and hospitality. Take Newport, for example, the San Francisco-based business advisory firm that helps private businesses accelerate growth and improve profitability. Healdsburg, California-based Opperman & Son told Inc. it was the quality of Newport’s advisers that stood out. “Whether the goal is scaling operations, driving sustainable growth, or preparing a company for acquisition, their guidance is consistently practical and impactful,” the truck and trailer dealership said. In the race for tech dominance, Pleasantville, New York-based Partner1 helps companies make the most of their cloud and AI partnerships. The Toronto-based financial planning firm Vena used Partner1 to help make sense of Microsoft’s complex B2B offerings. “Unlike other firms, Partner1 helped us execute from day one, not just plan,” Vena told Inc. “Their white-glove support, deep ecosystem knowledge, and ability to navigate Microsoft’s complex programs made a tangible difference.” Innovation may be intangible, but a sharp eye for it in advertising and marketing can propel companies to remarkable growth and success. EightPM, an Austin-based Power Partner, helps brands craft identities that tell compelling stories, helping them create a deeper resonance with their audience. “EightPM is a turnkey way for our brand to show up in unexpected places like TV and film. EightPM does a great job focusing on the full 360 scope of our brand,” Grillo’s Pickles told Inc. Featured Video An Inc.com Featured Presentation Standing out in a U.S. market is a formidable challenge—just ask these Power Partners, which not only excel in their respective industries, but also have distinguished themselves as premier providers, consistently delivering top-tier service to industry leaders. AmeriLife New York, New York | Est. 1971 | amerilife.com A national leader in developing, marketing, distributing, and administering life and health insurance, annuities, and retirement planning solutions. Bailey Law Firm The Woodlands, Texas | Est. 2010 | BaileyLawFirm.com Aims to break down complex legal concepts and strategies into actionable steps that align with client objectives. Carahsoft Technology Reston, Virginia | Est. 2004 | carahsoft.com A government IT-solutions provider supporting federal, state, and local government agencies as well as the education and health care markets. Certificial Holly Springs, North Carolina| Est. 2019 | certificial.com Connects corporations to insurance providers to streamline insurance and compliance management digitally. Class VI Partners Denver, Colorado | Est. 2005 | classvipartners.com Guides entrepreneurs on issues ranging from business optimization and transaction preparation to the go-to-market process and beyond. ClickUp San Diego, California | Est. 2017 | clickup.com Provides an all-in-one productivity platform that aims to simplify workflows, enhance collaboration, and supercharge productivity. CoSpark Irvine, California | Est. 2010 | cospark.com A full-stack agency specializing in WooCommerce development. Designli Greenville, South Carolina | Est. 2013 | designli.co A software development studio focused on UX/UI design and cross platform development. What their clients are saying: "Designli helped build my company from the very start. Not only did they code and launch the website, they conceptualized it too, diagraming its workflow and structure. They've been integral partners ever since, working with me on website redesigns and ensuring the code is fresh and functional." –Vital Knowledge Echelon Risk + Cyber Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Est. 2021 | echeloncyber.com Customizes and right-sizes cybersecurity professional services to solve cybersecurity issues. EightPM Austin, Texas | Est. 2013 | eightpm.com Assists brands with product integration campaigns and advertising in television and movies. What their clients are saying: “EightPM is a turnkey way for our brand to show up in unexpected places like TV and film. EightPM does a great job focusing on the full 360 scope of our brand by including not only our pickled products but our merch, signage, accessories, and other props as well.” –Grillo’s Pickles Exos Phoenix, Arizona | Est. 1995 | teamexos.com A human performance company that provides corporate wellness services as well as individual coaching and programs for athletes. Flex Payment Solutions Fenton, Missouri | Est. 2015 | flexpaymentsolutions.com A direct-payment processor offering ACH, card and check processing, instant funding, pay-by-text, and real-time payments to businesses. What their clients are saying: "We utilize Flex Payment Solutions for the acceptance of card payments, which offers our clients the convenience of being able to pay loan payments and other miscellaneous fees (appraisals, flood certs, title work, etc). They are local to us, which makes a huge difference in the support we receive from them. Prior to switching to Flex it could take up to 3 days for our former provider to get back to us when we had issues. Flex's support team is very responsive to any inquires we may have." –Royal Banks of Missouri Forward Financing Boston, Massachusetts | Est. 2012 | forwardfinancing.com A financial technology company that works primarily with small businesses. HIRECLOUT Woodland Hills, California | Est. 2015 | hireclout.com A recruiting and consulting firm that specializes in technology and executive leadership hiring. INFUSE Boca Raton, Florida | Est. 2012 | infuse.com A global B2B demand and revenue marketing performance company with an AI-driven demand engine ensuring precision targeting to drive qualified interest. Kavi Global Barrington, Illinois | Est. 2008 | kaviglobal.com A data analytics and AI firm that provides analytics and technology consulting. Koch-Chemie (USA) Alpharetta, Georgia | Est. 2020 | kcxusa.com Researches, produces, and sells cleaning products in the fields of washing chemistry, vehicle preparation, workshops, and industry. Luggage To Ship Palo Alto, California | Est. 2015 | luggagetoship.com Offers an AI-powered traveltech platform that provides logistics services to businesses. Mark Kamin & Associates Houston, Texas | Est. 1983 | mka-world.com A consulting and training agency that offers executive coaching, leadership development, and team culture to businesses. What their clients are saying: “I have researched various leadership, management, and career coaching services and Mark Kamin & Associates came highly recommended ... My staff has grown professionally and personally from their training, and our office productivity, efficiency, and culture have grown immensely.” –Reimagine Recreation Newport LLC San Francisco, California | Est. 2011 | newportllc.com A consulting company that specializes in helping CEOs of private companies confidently manage their businesses. What their clients are saying: “Whether the goal is scaling operations, driving sustainable growth, or preparing a company for acquisition, their guidance is consistently practical and impactful. Beyond individual talent, the firm offers a broad range of resources and contacts that can provide additional support for whatever unique obstacles your business is running into.” –Opperman & Son ParallelStaff Dallas, Texas | Est. 2018 | parallelstaff.com An IT staff and software development company connecting Latin American talent with U.S. businesses. What their clients are saying: “Good quality resources, responsive, and willing to collaborate and find solutions to challenges together whenever they arise. I appreciate the personal touch and quick responsive service.” –Spruce Technology Partner1 Pleasantville, New York | Est. 2023 | partner1.io Helps B2B software companies grow by engaging in strategic partnerships. What their clients are saying: “We chose Partner1 because they cut through the noise — there’s so much complexity in the Microsoft ecosystem, and they helped us make sense of it all and fast ... Unlike other firms, they helped us execute from day one, not just plan. Their white–glove support, deep ecosystem knowledge, and ability to navigate Microsoft’s complex programs made a tangible difference.” –Vena PONY Communications Encinitas, California | Est. 2018 | ponycommunications.com A public relations and social media agency that works primarily with climate and health technology companies. Priceline Partner Solutions Norwalk, Connecticut | Est. 2008 | pricelinepartnersolutions.com An online travel company that provides travel technology, inventory, and support to other companies. What their clients are saying: “Priceline Partner Solutions has unparalleled negotiation leverage that enables them to unlock preferred rates that are simply better and more expansive than what their competitors offer. Additionally, the team is a pleasure to work with and genuinely cares about partners and their end users.” –Select R2 Advisors PC Mc Lean, Virginia | Est. 2018 | r2.cpa Provides CFO services, tax planning, and consulting to growing and complex businesses. What their clients are saying: “Their high–touch service model has been instrumental in helping us achieve 0 percent churn across all shared accounts over the past three years ... R2 brought structure, clarity, and leadership to the onboarding process, increasing our successful onboarding rate by 35 percent, reducing implementation timelines by 30 percent, and driving a 20 percent improvement in customer satisfaction across key accounts. Simply put, they elevate everything they touch.” –Insight Software ReSource Pro New York, New York | Est. 2003 | resourcepro.com Executes strategies for insurance organizations that improve profitability, accelerate growth, deliver improved claim-outcomes, and enhance client and employee experience. Smart Choice Greensboro, North Carolina | Est. 1994 | smartchoiceagents.com Aims to grow the business of independent insurance agents, delivering competitive insurance solutions, and providing them with support from sales representatives. SomerCor Chicago, Illinois | Est. 1992 | somercor.com Provides SBA financing and grants to small businesses in the Midwest. Studio Reinvent Chicago, Illinois | Est. 2020 | studioreinvent.com A communications training and consulting firm offering pitch consulting and more for teams and executives. TECLA Dallas, Texas | Est. 2013 | tecla.io Provides top-tier nearshore staff augmentation for tech companies, specializing in cloud, DevOps, AI, and software development. What their clients are saying: "Tecla consistently provides top talent for staff augmentation. We currently have four Tecla resources augmenting our staff. By the time the candidates reached us Tecla had already vetted not only for skill but for fit. Skill to value ratio is off the charts with Tecla resources." –Monrovia TeKCard Inc. Englewood, Colorado | Est. 2015 | tekcardpayments.com A national full-service provider of payment processing solutions for ISOs, ISCs, and merchants. What their clients are saying: “We chose TekCard because their rates were significantly better than what we had before, and the difference was immediate. What really stood out, though, was the level of support — we’re not just calling into a queue. We always get prompt, professional help from people who understand our business. That kind of service makes a big difference.” –Aviva Wholesale TerraSlate Englewood, Colorado | Est. 2015 | terraslate.com Creates and prints waterproof paper. What their clients are saying: "I've been a long–time user of TerraSlate products, and after trying numerous of their competitors, I can confidently say they don't offer the same level of service and or quality. My experience with TerraSlate sales and production team has always been outstanding. I truly appreciate their professionalism, dedicated time and commitment to ensuring my orders are completed flawlessly and always delivered on time. Their paper products and printing process are consistently exceptional." – Red Pepper Media The Call Gurus Phoenix, Arizona | Est. 2018 | thecallgurus.com A business services provider of business process, customer satisfaction outsourcing, and call center solutions. The Liberty Company Insurance Brokers Gainesville, Florida | Est. 1987 | libertycompany.com An independently owned insurance broker handling the commercial, personal, and employee benefits insurance needs of businesses, nonprofits, and individuals. Vermont Center for Emerging Technologies (VCET) Burlington, Vermont | Est. 2005 | vcet.co Supports Vermont’s rural innovation ecosystem by providing information about people, resources, and capital that founders should know about. WebFX Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Est. 1995 | webfx.com A full-service digital marketing agency focused on driving revenue growth for clients through marketing services and technology. WorkBetterNow New York, New York | Est. 2018 | workbetternow.com Provides incredible full-time and dedicated remote talent from Latin America for SMBs in North America. Be Recognized as the Force Behind Business Success Are you the engine that helps businesses grow, scale, and thrive? Whether you deliver game-changing software, essential logistics, cutting-edge marketing, or top-tier customer service, your company could be recognized as an Inc. Power Partner—the ultimate honor for B2B excellence. APPLY NOW Refreshed leadership advice from CEO Stephanie Mehta
