Luke & Associates Earns No. 22 Spot of Inc. Magazine’s 2012 Hire Power Awards

Dec. 3, 2012 - PRLog -- MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. — Luke & Associates (Luke), a leading provider of medical and clinical services for the U.S. military, was recognized today as one of the top 100 job creating companies in the United States by Inc. Magazine, placing No. 22 on Inc.’s Hire Power Awards.

In addition to being named No. 22 overall, Luke was identified by Inc. as the No. 2 job creator in Florida and the No. 2 job creator in government services. This is the inaugural year for the Inc.’s Hire Power Awards, which acknowledges private companies who have increased their workforces in America over the past three years. Winning companies, including Luke, will be celebrated in Inc. Magazine’s December issue and on Inc.com.

In 2010, Luke was recognized by Inc Magazine as the No. 3 fastest growing private company in the U.S and No. 1 in the Government Services industry. Since then, Luke continues to remain in the top 40 of government services and top 50 of Florida.  

“This award is a welcomed surprise. Needless to say, there are major challenges ahead for businesses, but I firmly believe the entrepreneurial and competitive spirit in the U.S. can and will take on these challenges and create opportunities out of adversity. It all begins with dedicated employees and Luke employees are the primary reason for our success,” Luke’s President and CEO, Jim Barfield, said.

About Luke & Associates, Inc.:

Luke’s business is founded on our beliefs and principles: To provide committed professionals to support U.S. Government and commercial customers; to do everything possible to deliver customer value in a continually changing business environment; and to transform our passion for people into a business serving clients.  Since 2004 Luke has provided healthcare services in 37 states and 4 countries. Today Luke is recognized as one of the largest government contractors providing direct medical care and clinical support; advisory and assistance services; technical services; staff augmentation; and information management.

Luke currently operates contracts with the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, VA, and other organizations.  We are dedicated to providing high quality professional services in support of our customer missions.