The leading premium raw pet food manufacturer makes the prestigious list for the fifth consecutive year, demonstrating 75% revenue growth over three years
GREEN BAY, WI (August 21, 2024) – Carnivore Meat Company®, a pioneer in premium freeze-dried and raw pet nutrition, achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a coveted spot on the Inc. 5000 list of Fastest Growing Private Companies for a fifth consecutive year. This accomplishment not only underscores the company’s sustained growth trajectory but also cements its position as an industry leader.
Carnivore Meat Company’s repeated recognition is a testament to its unwavering commitment to delivering superior freeze-dried and frozen raw pet food and treats to pet owners worldwide. Additionally, this consistent presence on the Inc. 5000 list, ranking 4,936 this year, reflects the company’s resilience, innovation, and dedication to elevating the standards of pet nutrition on a global scale.
“It’s an honor just to join this prestigious list once, but to be named on the Inc. 5000 list for the fifth year in a row is truly an outstanding accomplishment and milestone for us,” said Heather Govea, CEO of Carnivore Meat Company. “Our continued presence on this list shows our consistent commitment to providing the highest quality premium products to pet owners,” said Govea.
The Inc. 5000 class of 2024 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. Among this year’s top 5000 companies, the average median three-year revenue growth rate is 1,637%. In all, this year’s Inc. 5000 companies have added 874,458 jobs to the economy over the past three years.
Carnivore Meat Company continues to demonstrate exceptional growth as a leader in the ultra premium freeze dried and frozen pet food category. As a trailblazer in the raw pet food sector, the company has solidified its industry leadership by operating the largest freeze-drying facility in the United States. This state-of-the-art plant bolsters production capabilities for its renowned brands, including the popular Vital Essentials line.
Looking ahead, Carnivore Meat Company is poised for significant global expansion, including projecting growth in international markets and in Canada. These projections underscore the company’s strategic vision and its commitment to meeting the rising global demand for premium raw pet nutrition.
For more information about Carnivore Meat Company, please visit carnivoremeat.com.
About Carnivore Meat Company
Carnivore Meat Company is an award-winning manufacturer of premium raw frozen and freeze-dried pet food and treats. Long considered a raw pet food pioneer, the company’s freeze-dried protein products division supplies private label, co-packing, and ingredients to customers globally. The company’s rapidly growing brands in Green Bay, Wisconsin, include Vital Essentials® and VE RAW BAR distributed to more than 7,000 nationwide, in 14 international markets, and online. Carnivore Meat Company has been recognized for its growth accomplishments and manufacturing excellence with several awards in recent years, including the Greater Green Bay Chamber Growth Award, Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Award, Governor’s Export Achievement Award, Greater Green Bay Chamber Manufacturing Award of Distinction and Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies. Visit the Carnivore Meat Company website at carnivoremeat.com.
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