ALOHA Named to Inc. 5000 for Third Consecutive Year as Growth Continues Across Retail and Digital Channels

NEW YORK, August 12, 2026 – ALOHA, the fastest-growing plant-based protein bar brand in the country, today announced it has been named No. 946 on the 2026 Inc. 5000, the annual ranking of America’s fastest-growing private companies, following 366% revenue growth from 2022 to 2025. The recognition marks ALOHA’s third consecutive year on the list as the employee-owned company continues to grow across both digital and brick-and-mortar channels.

Over the past year, ALOHA has expanded to more than 22,000 retail doors nationwide while maintaining its strength online. The brand remains the top-selling bar at Thrive Market and the best-selling high-protein bar on Amazon, while its physical retail footprint has grown across grocery, mass and, most recently, club.

In June, Walmart began moving ALOHA protein bars from the Nutrition/Pharmacy aisle into the main Grocery set in approximately 2,000 stores nationwide, reflecting the broader shift of protein from traditional sports nutrition into everyday food and snacking. ALOHA also entered the club channel through Sam’s Club and Costco, extending its reach into another major segment of the U.S. retail market while continuing its expansion at Target, adding three additional flavors nationwide.

The expansion builds on several years of sustained growth for ALOHA. The company has surpassed $200 million in revenue and has continued to scale with fewer than 30 full-time employees. ALOHA remains the No. 1 growth contributor to the bar category in the U.S. Natural Channel and was named one of Bain & Company’s Insurgent Brands in both 2025 and 2026.

“Three years on the Inc. 5000 is a nice marker, but what matters more is what’s behind the growth,” said Brad Charron, CEO and Re-Founder of ALOHA. “Our sustained momentum tells us we’re reaching a broader consumer without changing the core of what got us here. We’ve stayed disciplined about making great-tasting food with the protein, fiber and premium ingredients people deserve and increasingly expect. And we still see a lot of room ahead of us. Growth will not slow down as we scale further.”

ALOHA is employee-owned, a Certified B Corporation and Climate Label Certified. Its USDA Organic, plant-based protein bars are made with real-food ingredients and contain 14 grams of protein, 6 to 10 grams of fiber and just 3 to 5 grams of sugar, without sugar alcohols, stevia or artificial flavors.

In addition to its national ranking, ALOHA received recognition across industry and regional categories:

• No. 42 – Food & Beverage

• No. 5 – Connecticut

• 3 Consecutive Years on the Inc. 5000

This year’s Inc. 5000 recognizes a new class of companies redefining what growth looks like. From AI and advanced manufacturing to healthcare, consumer products, and professional services, these businesses are expanding their impact, creating jobs, and proving that entrepreneurial ambition continues to fuel the U.S. economy. Among the 5,000 companies on the list, the median three-year revenue growth rate was 130%, and those companies have collectively added more than 627,208 jobs to the U.S. economy over the past three years.

“Every company on the Inc. 5000 has a story of perseverance, smart decision-making, and a refusal to sit still,” says Mike Hofman, editor-in-chief of Inc. “Their growth reflects more than strong financial performance—it reflects creativity, resilience, and the customer focus required to build companies that make a lasting impact. We congratulate all honorees on this significant achievement.”

About ALOHA

ALOHA is an employee-owned and operated company making simple, nutritious, plant-based food accessible to all. Its award-winning, USDA organic protein bars are packed with protein, amazingly low in sugar, and top-selling in the U.S. Natural Channel. As the fastest-growing protein bar nationwide, ALOHA earned spots on the Inc. 5000 (2024, 2025, 2026) and Bain & Company’s “Insurgent Brands” (2025, 2026) lists. A certified B Corporation® and Climate Label Certified brand, ALOHA is committed to using business as a force for good. Find ALOHA products at Whole Foods, Walmart, Target, Kroger, Sprouts, Wegmans, and other major retailers, or online at Thrive Market, Amazon, and aloha.com. Learn more at aloha.com and follow along @alohamoment.

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