Spanish Immersion Early Education Franchise Earns a Place Among the Nation’s Most Successful Independent Businesses

[MINNEAPOLIS, MN.] August 11, 2026 – Tierra Encantada today announced it has been ranked No. 3,999 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, the annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list is the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s most successful independent and entrepreneurial businesses, recognizing companies that have achieved remarkable growth while driving innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of the economy. Past honorees include companies such as Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Oracle, and Patagonia.

“This recognition is a reflection of the families who trust us with their children’s earliest years and the passionate educators and franchise partners who bring our mission to life every day,” said Kristen Denzer, Founder and CEO of Tierra Encantada. “As we continue growing, our focus remains the same: providing an enriching early education experience that supports the development of the whole child and helps children thrive academically, socially and emotionally.”

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.

For the full Inc. 5000 list, honoree company profiles, and a searchable database by industry and location, please visit: www.inc.com/inc5000.

“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.”

Inc. will celebrate the honorees at the 2026 Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, taking place October 14–16 in Dallas, Texas and the top 500 will be listed in the Fall issue of Inc. Magazine. Tickets are on sale now.

Inc. 5000 List Methodology

Companies on the 2026 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2022 to 2025. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2022. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2025. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2022 is $100,000; the minimum for 2025 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons.

About Tierra Encantada

Tierra Encantada is the Leader in Spanish Immersion Early Education®. Since 2013, the company has provided a premium early education experience for children ages six weeks through six years by combining full Spanish immersion, a play-based STEAM curriculum, globally inspired scratch-made meals, and intentionally designed learning environments that support the development of the whole child. Recognized by Entrepreneur, Inc., the Financial Times, and other national organizations, Tierra Encantada is one of the fastest-growing early education brands in the United States, with corporate and franchise locations open and in development across 15 states. Learn more at tierraencantadafranchise.com.

*See Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document for important details regarding financial performance representations.

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