Clearwater-based agency marks seventh appearance on Inc.’s annual list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.
CLEARWATER, FL, August 11, 2026 – Bluewater has been named to the 2026 Inc. 5000, marking the agency’s seventh appearance on the annual list recognizing the fastest-growing private companies in America.
The recognition continues a track record on the Inc. 5000 that spans more than a decade. Bluewater first appeared on the list in 2015 at No. 362, followed by rankings in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2025. The 2026 honor marks the company’s second consecutive appearance and seventh overall.
“Making the Inc. 5000 once is a significant achievement. To be recognized seven times over more than a decade says something much bigger about the company we’ve built and our ability to continue evolving,” said Andy Latimer, Founder and CEO of Bluewater. “Our industry has changed dramatically over that time, and so have we. We continue to invest in the people, technology, capabilities, and ideas that help our clients grow, and that commitment continues to move Bluewater forward.”
The Inc. 5000 ranks privately held U.S. companies based on percentage revenue growth over a three-year period. The 2026 list measures company growth from 2022 through 2025 and represents businesses across industries and markets throughout the country.
Bluewater’s seventh Inc. 5000 appearance follows its recognition earlier this year on the 2026 Inc. Regionals: Southeast list, where the agency ranked No. 109 with 71% two-year revenue growth.
Over more than 25 years, Bluewater has expanded from its roots in Clearwater into a fully converged advertising and production agency spanning strategy, creative, production, media, commerce, analytics, branded entertainment, and fulfillment. The company operates from its 38,000-square-foot headquarters and production facility in Clearwater, Florida, alongside offices and fulfillment operations in Memphis, Tennessee, bringing its total operational footprint to more than 150,000 square feet.
That growth has been accompanied by continued investment in how Bluewater helps brands navigate an increasingly complex media environment. The agency combines traditional media, connected TV, digital strategy, creative and production with AI-driven predictive analytics and media mix modeling, while expanding its branded entertainment capabilities to develop content designed to drive both audience engagement and commerce.
The complete 2026 Inc. 5000 and company profiles are available at Inc.com.
About Bluewater:
Bluewater is a fully converged advertising and production agency that unites strategy, creative, production, media, and commerce under one roof. Founded over 25 years ago and headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, with offices and fulfillment operations in Memphis, Tennessee, Bluewater delivers measurable brand growth through creative storytelling, branded entertainment, and AI-driven media mix models spanning traditional, CTV, and digital channels. Learn more at www.bluewater.tv
About Inc.
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