U.S. Gas & Electric featured as One of the Nation’s Fastest Growing Private Companies

MIAMI - Aug. 26, 2013 - PRLog -- U.S. Gas & Electric, its subsidiaries and family of companies (“USG&E”), a provider of natural gas and electricity to commercial and residential customers in a growing number of states, has been featured in Inc. magazine’s 32nd annual Inc. 500|5000 business list, an exclusive ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. Ranking in at No. 11 within the energy marketing sector, USG&E is representative of the list’s focus to look at the most important segment of the economy—America’s independent entrepreneurs.

The Inc. 500|5000 was harder to get into this year than ever in its history. The median company on the list increased sales more than 140 percent since the start of 2010, while the average honoree grew at an amazing 468 percent over 3 years. As an Inc. 500|5000 honoree, USG&E shares a pedigree with several notable companies across various industries.

“This is our 5th year in a row on the prestigious Inc. list,” stated Doug Marcille, Director, CEO and President of USG&E.  “Our success is a true testament of the dedication and commitment of the entire organization and all those who have supported us over the years.  From the front lines to the back office, we strive to provide the best value for our customers.”

The 2013 Inc. 500|5000 is ranked according to percentage revenue growth when comparing 2008 to 2012. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2008 and be U.S.-based, privately held, for profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2012. The full 2013 Inc. 500|5000 list can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000/list/2013.

ABOUT U.S. GAS & ELECTRIC                                                                                       

U.S. Gas & Electric, its subsidiaries and family of companies (“USG&E”), is a leading retail energy supplier to commercial and residential customers in Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.  USG&E provides energy to customers with wide ranges of energy usage patterns and requirements and gives them the benefit of being a part of a large wholesale buying pool. The company relies on their market knowledge, internal efficiencies, and core capabilities to provide customers with the best possible pricing plans for the energy they provide.  To date, USG&E has saved customers over $40 million on their natural gas and electricity supply. For more information, visit www.USGandE.com.