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2025 Inc. 5000
Alexandria-based Artemis ARC, a service-disabled, veteran-owned consulting firm for federal agencies, was the highest-ranking Virginia company on the Inc. 5000 list released Tuesday and the only Virginia company that came in among the top 100 companies on the Inc. 5000 this year.
The Inc. 5000 list, published annually by Inc.com, ranks the most successful independent businesses in America based on percentage of revenue growth over a three-year period.
This marks the first year Alexandria-based Artemis ARC has appeared on the Inc. 5000. It made in the $10 million to $25 million revenue range in 2024, according to Inc., and reported by Virginia Business.
Artemis describes itself on its website: "Whether it’s improving how teams communicate, hiring the right people or using data to make confident decisions, we focus on what works. Our team brings practical tools, sharp analysis and hands-on experience to help agencies meet their goals, support their workforce and deliver on their mission, efficiently and effectively."
Luke Sturges is the founder and managing partner at Artemis ARC. Prior to starting Artemis, he served as an Explosive Detection Canine Handler and Security Professional.
Akiak Technology, another Alexandria-based company, Alaskan tribal-owned IT consulting and services company, was among the top 200, ranking No. 106, with $25 million to $50 million in revenue.
In all, 277 Virginia companies made the list.
