March 31, 2026
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Margee Higgins
Companies Included on the List had a Median Growth Rate of 73 Percent
Mashantucket, CT (March 31, 2026) – Command Holdings, a Pequot Company, the Section 17 corporation of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, announced today it was named 30th on Inc. Magazine’s Regionals Northeast List, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing companies in the Northeast.
This regional award of the National Inc. 5000 List honors the dynamic businesses driving growth within the Northeast economy. The 151 private companies included on the list had a median growth rate of 73 percent; they also added $2.3 billion to the local economy. The region includes Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New Jersey. Amid a difficult economic climate, the honorees distinguished themselves through robust growth, adaptability, and meaningful workforce expansion.
“This Inc. recognition reflects the strength and diversity of our business. Because it is based on measurable revenue growth and performance data, it is especially meaningful,” said Jon Panamaroff, CEO of Command Holdings. “Over the past few years, we have expanded into new markets and continued to innovate across every part of our organization. None of this would be possible without the dedication and vision of our team. They are the driving force behind our success and the reason we can create lasting opportunities for our communities.”
“The honorees on the 2026 Inc. Regionals list achieved exceptional growth at a time when the odds were against them. Amid inflation and ongoing uncertainty, they did not just persevere – they innovated, adapted, and thrived. Their resilience made them standouts in their industries and true growth engines in their regions,” said Bonny Ghosh, Editorial Director at Inc.
Owned by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and led by an all-Native Board of Directors and CEO, Command Holdings is a best-in-class, future-ready organization delivering exceptional service and measurable value to its customers. Guided by a commitment to Native community development, employment, and mentorship, the company’s revenue supports transformational improvements for the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, creating opportunity, strengthening economic sovereignty, and supporting future generations.
About the Inc. Regionals
The Inc. Regionals lists are ranked according to percentage revenue growth over two years. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2022. They had to be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent, as of December 31, 2024. The minimum revenue required for 2022 is $100,000; the minimum for 2024 is $1 million.
About Inc.
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About Command Holdings, a Pequot Company
Command Holdings is a federally chartered Section 17 holding company owned by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation. Established in 2017, it has four operating groups and multiple operating firms. With expertise in government, health, facilities, and technology, Command Holdings provides value-driven client solutions and excellent service delivery. The company’s seven-generation strategy is grounded in growing the tribe’s economy and providing opportunities for tribal members for generations to come. For more information, visit www.commandholdingspqt.com.