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Escalon makes Inc. 5000 list of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in U.S.

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  • August 22, 2017

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A growth rate of 834% in the last 3 years gets Escalon named to Inc.’s coveted list.

SILICON VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 22, 2017 /PRNewswire-iReach/ — Escalon, a global leader in Essential Business Services announced that it’s been named to Inc. 5000 list of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America. Escalon provides startups and small to medium sized businesses (SMB’s) with a complete Finance & Accounting, HR, Payroll, Tax and Insurance solution.  This one-stop-shop approach to back office solutions includes on-demand Controller and CFO services.

Escalon experienced a staggering 834% revenue growth rate over the last 3 years. Secured at spot #540 on the prestigious list, Escalon shares the honor with previous winners like Microsoft, Oracle, and Zappos.com.  Escalon is also ranked #10 in Inc. 5000’s top San Jose companies.

“We’ve expanded into new markets, both nationally and abroad,” said Anurag Pal, CEO and co-founder of Escalon.  “Companies are responding to our ability to offer a complete and seamless one-stop shop solution.  Our ability to do this in a process-based and technology-enabled way is giving customers confidence and our ability to scale with their growth allows them to sleep easier at night.”

Escalon recently beefed up their service portfolio to include Insurance and Tax solutions and has seen 88% growth in the international market.  “Companies that do business in the U.S. need to navigate complex labor and tax laws,” said Pal.  “International companies appreciate having an account manager who acts as a proactive ally. Because we understand their unique businesses challenges as well as the market they’re operating in, we’re able to save them a lot of time and hassle.”

Escalon’s ranking on the Inc. 5000 list reflects their ability to scale, something they help their customers do safely. “We’re passionate about creating efficiencies in the back office, efficiencies that previously only large companies could enjoy.  Our process focus and technology expertise allows us to bring these efficiencies to startups and SMB’s, paving the way for faster growth for them and us,”  said Pal.

Escalon will be recognized among the other Inc. 5000 honorees at the 36th Annual Inc. 5000 Conference and Gala, October 10-12, 2017 at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert.

About Escalon:

 

Escalon is the leader in Essential Business Services and provides a one-stop back-office solution for startups and other small-medium business companies. Based in Silicon Valley, CA, Escalon serves companies in over 16 different countries and in 22 different languages. Visit escalon2018.wpengine.com for more.

 

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