With Three-Year Revenue Growth of Nearly 350 Percent, BlackCloak Sits In the Top Quarter of Fast-Growing Companies and Ranks 25th In Security For Its First Time On the List  

NEW YORK, August 12, 2025 – Inc., the leading media brand and playbook for entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future, today announced that BlackCloak is No. 25 in Security on the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. Positioned as number 1261 overall, BlackCloak, which ranks on the list for the first time, is in the top 25% of companies.

The list provides a data-driven snapshot of the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Past honorees include companies such as Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Under Armour, Timberland, Oracle, and Patagonia. 

“It’s an honor to be ranked among the most impactful, rapidly growing businesses in America,” said Dr. Chris Pierson, BlackCloak Founder and CEO. “Our accelerated growth and this recognition are a direct reflection of our relentless commitment to our core mission – protecting executives, board members, and high-profile individuals in their personal digital lives. Cybercriminals are no longer just targeting corporations; they are also targeting individuals in their homes, on their devices, and through their families. Beyond looking for passwords, their focus is on stealing intellectual property and compromising the brand reputation and financial stability of an organization and high-profile figures.”

“Our ongoing growth shows no signs of slowing,” he continued. “Our dedication to delivering the highest levels of value to our clients and scaling our offerings to meet escalating demands is a top priority. We are beyond thrilled by Inc.’s recognition of our success.”

This year’s Inc. 5000 honorees have demonstrated exceptional growth while navigating economic uncertainty, inflationary pressure, and a fluctuating labor market. Among the top 500 companies on the list, the median three-year revenue growth rate reached 1,552 percent, and those companies have collectively added more than 48,678 jobs to the U.S. economy over the past three years. 

For the full list, company profiles, and a searchable database by industry and location, visit: www.inc.com/inc5000. 

“Making the Inc. 5000 is always a remarkable achievement, but earning a spot this year speaks volumes about a company’s tenacity and clarity of vision,” says Mike Hofman, editor-in-chief of Inc. “These businesses have thrived amid rising costs, shifting global dynamics, and constant change. They didn’t just weather the storm—they grew through it, and their stories are a powerful reminder that the entrepreneurial spirit is the engine of the U.S. economy.”

Inc. will celebrate the honorees at the 2025 Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, taking place October 22–24 in Phoenix, and the top 500 will be listed in the Fall issue of Inc. magazine.

On the Fast Track: BlackCloak’s Key Milestones

Over the past year, BlackCloak has experienced significant industry momentum as its Digital Executive Protection platform has become an essential layer of defense for the world’s most targeted executives, board members, and high-net-worth families. In March 2025, the company further solidified its industry leadership by releasing the first-ever Digital Executive Protection Framework — a comprehensive, 14-point standard that guides CISOs and CSOs in safeguarding the personal digital lives of corporate executives and their families against emerging threats like deepfakes, identity theft, and targeted cyberattacks. This framework sets a new industry benchmark, helping organizations mitigate risks that originate beyond the corporate perimeter. 

BlackCloak’s success has earned widespread industry recognition. In the past 12 months, it received top honors from the Fortress Cyber Security Awards, SC Awards, Cybersecurity Excellence Awards, Global InfoSec Awards, and the InfoSec Innovator Awards. Additionally, Inc. Magazine named BlackCloak one of its “16 Companies to Watch in 2025,” underscoring the company’s growing market impact and leadership in personal cybersecurity.

Methodology 

Companies on the 2025 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2021 to 2024. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2021. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2024. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2021 is $100,000; the minimum for 2024 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. 

 

About BlackCloak

BlackCloak protects corporate executives and high-profile individuals from cybersecurity, privacy, financial, and other reputational risks. Used by Fortune 500 companies across all industries, the BlackCloak Concierge Cybersecurity & Privacy™ Platform is a holistic solution that includes mobile and desktop apps and concierge support. Executives and high-profile individuals gain complete peace of mind knowing their family, reputation, and finances are secured. Companies rest assured that their brand, intellectual property, data, and finances are protected against threats from executives without invading their personal lives. Learn more at www.blackcloak.io and follow us on LinkedIn.

 

Media Contact
Liz Youngs
Trier & Co. for BlackCloak
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Orlando, FL – July 10, 2025 – BlackCloak, the pioneer in Digital Executive Protection for corporate leaders, high-net-worth individuals, and family offices, announces that seasoned business operations leader Kerry Nagle has joined the company as Chief Operating Officer (COO). An experienced COO and serial entrepreneur with broad industry experience spanning Cybersecurity, MarTech, EdTech, and FinTech, Nagle brings over 20 years of accomplishments and expertise in helping early-stage companies scale to achieve rapid market growth.

In this role, Nagle will help BlackCloak make greater advancements in the premium customer experience its clients have come to expect, including maintaining the level of white-glove service that sets BlackCloak apart. She will also help to drive tighter cross-functional collaboration with security, customer success, and go-to-market teams to support the company’s accelerating growth.

“We are immensely proud to have Kerry join our team. She has an exceptional track record of supporting global companies as they scale to move lightning-fast in complex, rapidly evolving industries,” said Dr. Chris Pierson, Founder and CEO of BlackCloak. “Her leadership expertise, results-driven approach, and passion for innovative disruption will be critical as we scale our mission of reducing personal digital and privacy risk for all our clients.”

Nagle is an accomplished COO with proven success in B2B and B2C technology environments. Throughout her career, she has orchestrated complex business transformations, established operational excellence, and championed corporate development, resulting in numerous accolades and corporate milestones. Her data-driven and analytical approach enables her to consistently translate corporate strategy into tangible value for clients. 

“I’m delighted to join BlackCloak at a time when the company is experiencing monumental growth and broad adoption of its market-leading technology and services, ” said Nagle. “It’s an incredible opportunity to contribute to its success and harness the magic of its differentiation and market leadership for Digital Executive Protection. My commitment to forging impactful, value-centric partnerships with members aligns with BlackCloak’s commitment to safeguarding the digital lives of executives and high-net-worth families. With its stellar leadership team and skilled frontline security team, the company is poised to unlock greater opportunities for expansion and innovation.”

For more information about BlackCloak’s digital executive protection services, visit blackcloak.io. 

 

About BlackCloak

BlackCloak protects corporate executives and high-profile individuals from cybersecurity, privacy, financial, and other reputational risks. Used by Fortune 500 companies across all industries, the BlackCloak Concierge Cybersecurity & Privacy™ Platform is a holistic solution that includes mobile and desktop apps and concierge support. Executives and high-profile individuals gain complete peace of mind knowing their family, reputation, and finances are secured. Companies rest assured that their brand, intellectual property, data, and finances are protected against threats from executives without invading their personal lives. Learn more at www.blackcloak.io and follow us on LinkedIn.

Media Contact
Liz Youngs
Trier & Co. for BlackCloak
[email protected]