
The Inc. 5000 2026 Regionals results are in, and Verified First secured a ranking among the Rocky Mountain’s fastest-growing private companies.
Ranking #68, Verified First is proud to represent the local innovation happening right here in Idaho, alongside other businesses driving economic growth across Colorado, Utah, Nevada, Montana, and Wyoming.
Being named in the Inc. 5000 lists over the years is a direct reflection of our team's commitment to background screening and HR technology, and more importantly, the clients who trust us to handle their hiring and compliance.
“I could not be more proud of the Verified First team for this achievement,” shared Jim Miles, CEO of Verified First. “While growth is a goal for us, it only happens when we stay focused on making things better for our clients. This ranking is proof that when you put your people first, growth follows.”
The Inc. 5000 Regionals is an extension of the prestigious annual Inc. 5000, which ranks the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. While the national list looks at the entire country, the Regionals list offers a data-driven look at the independent small businesses driving growth within specific local economies.
Verified First ranked in the Rocky Mountain region, highlighting the top-performing companies across Idaho, Colorado, Utah, Nevada, Montana, and Wyoming. What makes this recognition stand out is the sheer pace of innovation happening in the West right now: the 2026 Rocky Mountain honorees achieved a median growth rate of 118%, generated a collective $2.8 billion in total revenue, and added 5,364 jobs to the regional economy.
Verified First’s spot on the 2026 Rocky Mountain list marks the tenth time Verified First has been recognized by Inc. for our growth (including nine previous appearances on the national list). We believe that kind of consistency comes down to three things: expertise, care, and seamless technology.
Hiring is about more than just filling a position; it’s about protecting your company’s culture. Our in-house Public Records Team (made up of PBSA-certified experts) does the heavy lifting for you. We stay on top of the regulations and the details so you can focus on your people, knowing your screening process is thorough and accurate.
At the heart of our growth is a simple commitment: helping organizations move from good to great through better hiring decisions. We’ve found that the best way to care for our clients is to take extra care of our own team. By building a culture where our employees love what they do, we ensure our clients receive the attention and support they need to hit their own goals.
The best HR technology is the kind you don't have to think about. Verified First integrates with over 150 leading HR solutions, allowing our clients to manage pre-employment screening without ever leaving their preferred recruitment platform.
Ranking #68 on the Inc. 5000 Regionals: Rocky Mountain list is a proud milestone, but we’re even more excited about what's next. As we continue to scale, our goal remains to provide the most seamless, compliant, and client-focused background screening experience in the industry.
To our clients: thank you for pushing us to be better. Your growth is what drives our innovation and commitment to building the best background screening technology in the industry. Whether you’re a long-time partner or just discovering Verified First, we’re grateful you’re a part of our story.