DCINY HAS BEEN SELECTED FOR THE THIRD TIME TO
INC. MAGAZINE’S LIST OF AMERICA’S 5000
FASTEST-GROWING COMPANIES WITH THREE-YEAR SALES GROWTH OF 60%
For immediate release – NEW YORK, August 23, 2016 – Distinguished Concerts International New York (DCINY) for the third time, has been selected to Inc. magazine’s 35th annual Inc. 5000, an exclusive ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The only classical music company on the list, DCINY shows a three-year growth of 60% at a time when many classical and opera organizations are struggling financially.
The list represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy—America’s independent entrepreneurs. Companies such as Yelp, Pandora, Timberland, Dell, Domino’s Pizza, LinkedIn, Zillow, and many other well-known names gained early exposure as members of the Inc. 5000.
In a joint statement, co-founders Iris Derke and Jonathan Griffith said: “We are thrilled to be selected for a third time to the Inc. 5000 list, as we continue to explore new and innovative ways to grow and flourish in the arts community. We feel that this success is due to providing a first class professional experience for our clientele at a more than reasonable fee. With our continuing investment in performers and audiences alike, we are humbled by this recognition of success and look forward to this momentum and passion propelling us strongly into the future.”
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DCINY sister company Artist Travel Consultants (ATC) was selected to the list for the first time, ranking at #69 overall and receiving multiple honors including being #1 in Top Travel & Hospitality Companies as well as #6 and #8 in Top NY and NYC Companies. ATC, according to the Inc. 5000, has shown an extraordinary three-year growth of 4,121%.
About Distinguished Concerts International New York (DCINY)
Founded in 2007 by Iris Derke and Jonathan Griffith, with its first public concert presented on January of 2008, DCINY is a leading producer of dynamically-charged musical entertainment in renowned venues. With its unforgettable, world-class concert experiences, empowering educational programs, and global community of artists and audiences, DCINY changes lives through the power of performance. Commemorating their 10th Anniversary season in 2018, DCINY is proud to have presented life-changing performances for over 40,000 performers and 170,000 audience members since its inception.
In addition to being selected three times to the Inc. 5000 listing, DCINY also recently received national recognition with the 2014 and 2015 American Prize in conducting – professional orchestra division to DCINY Artistic Director Jonathan Griffith and the Distinguished Concerts Orchestra, and the 2015 American Prize in Arts Marketing to DCINY General Director Iris Derke and the DCINY Team.
About Artist Travel Consultants (ATC)
Artist Travel Consultants is a full service travel company specializing in customized niche tours for a wide variety of clientele. ATC’s keen focus on group travel results in unique and often life-changing experiences. Using their expertise in lodging, transportation, sightseeing and entertainment, ATC provides an unforgettable experience for their travelers. As the preferred travel provider for Distinguished Concerts International New York (DCINY), ATC has the unique opportunity to open the gateway to main stage performances, Broadway, and VIP experiences for talented amateur, pre-professional and student ensembles. Founded in 2010, ATC has grown quickly to serve the growing demand for their special talents, handling the needs of hundreds of groups and close to 7,000 satisfied travelers yearly.
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