Downtown FabWorks, a leading provider of turnkey fabrication solutions for creative projects across the attractions industry, has announced its ranking as number 1187 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, which highlights the fastest-growing private companies in America.
The list recognises businesses that have demonstrated exceptional growth, innovation, job creation, and economic impact. Previous honorees include renowned companies like Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Oracle, and Patagonia.
"We are proud to be on this year's Inc. 5000 list and to help showcase the unique strengths of both the experiential fabrication industry and the city of New Orleans,” says Downtown FabWorks president & founder Daniel Krall.
“The entire Downtown FabWorks team worked hard to earn this honor. Our company's core focus is being good people, doing good work, and creating excellent experiences. This just goes to show that sometimes the "excellent experience" is us being able to celebrate our wins together."
Demonstrating strong growth
This year’s Inc. 5000 highlights a new wave of companies redefining growth, spanning AI, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, consumer products, and professional services.
These firms are broadening their influence, generating jobs, and demonstrating that entrepreneurial drive continues to boost the US economy. The median three-year revenue growth among these companies was 130%, and together, they have created over 627,208 jobs in the past three years.
“Every company on the Inc. 5000 has a story of perseverance, smart decision making, and a refusal to sit still,” says Mike Hofman, editor-in-chief of Inc.
“Their growth reflects more than strong financial performance–it reflects creativity, resilience, and the customer focus required to build companies that make a lasting impact. We congratulate all honorees on this significant achievement.”
Inc. will celebrate the honorees at the 2026 Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, taking place 14–16 October in Dallas, Texas. The top 500 will be listed in the Fall issue of Inc. Magazine.
Earlier this year, Downtown FabWorks shared details of how it is promoting careers in experiential fabrication. The company's outreach initiatives with local training providers invest in the future of skilled trades.
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