Northern Lights has been ranked #4 on the IBJ Fast 25 list for 2025, marking two years in a row in the top 5. Their growth is driven by a dedicated team, a safety-first mission, and an expanding footprint across nine states.
What does IBJ Fast 25 mean?
The Indianapolis Business Journal (IBJ) Fast 25 is a prestigious list that highlights the fastest-growing privately held companies in Central Indiana. Rankings are based on verified revenue growth over a three-year period. Inclusion requires sustained performance, leadership, and a solid local presence.
To make the list, companies must be privately owned, based in the Indianapolis metro area, and demonstrate consistent financial growth. Northern Lights met and exceeded all those benchmarks.
How did Northern Lights earn this ranking?
In 2025, Northern Lights Utility Locating and Inspection secured the #4 spot on the IBJ Fast 25 list. This follows a #3 ranking in 2024, making it two consecutive years in the top 5. This achievement reflects our commitment to safety, operational excellence, and community trust.
What sets the team apart?
Our growth is powered by a team that prioritizes accuracy, responsiveness, and pride in their work. We hire for character and invest in training to prepare our field technicians and office staff for long-term success.
We’ve also upgraded technology and processes to deliver high-performance utility locating and inspection services across a growing number of states. Our presence now spans nine states—and more are in development.
Why does this recognition matter?
This ranking is more than a badge of growth—it’s a validation of our mission to make the underground visible and safe. It also reflects the trust of our partners and clients who rely on us for safety-first utility services.
"We're not going to grow too fast, but we have a lot of additional opportunities that we're working on right now that'll come to fruition. We're in nine states right now. And there will be more."
Read more in the IBJ’s full article here or view the complete 2025 Fast 25 list here.
We thank our entire team for making this possible—and look forward to building an even stronger future together.
“Northern Lights’ growth reflects a values-driven approach to safety, people-first leadership, and consistent delivery of high-quality utility services across state lines.”
