Fire-Dex, a leading provider of firefighter PPE, continues to earn recognition for what drives the company forward: strong growth, purposeful innovation, and a people-first culture. In 2026, Fire-Dex is proud to be named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies for the sixth time and to receive the NorthCoast 99 Best Places to Work Award for the 11th year.
Inc. 5000
Fire-Dex is proud to be named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies for the sixth time.
Published annually by Inc. Magazine, the list recognizes privately held U.S. companies with strong revenue growth. This year’s recognition is especially meaningful, as honorees earned their place while navigating economic uncertainty, rapid technological change, and an increasingly competitive business landscape.
For Fire-Dex, making the list reflects the continued momentum behind their mission to serve those who serve. It’s a testament to their dedication to their associates, their focus on innovation, and their commitment to helping protect first responders across North America.
NorthCoast 99
For the 11th year, Fire-Dex is proud to receive a NorthCoast 99 Best Places to Work award. This will be their 10th consecutive year winning this honor.
Organized by the Employer’s Resource Council (ERC), NorthCoast 99 recognizes Northeast Ohio organizations that excel in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent. As an 11-time winner, Fire-Dex continues to demonstrate its commitment to associates and a culture that supports growth, innovation, and excellence.
In 2025, Fire-Dex continued to evolve its workplace culture by launching the Women’s Network. They created this initiative to foster professional growth, associate connections through mentorship, and the development of leadership skills amongst their female employees. The Women’s Network reflects Fire-Dex's unwavering commitment to inclusivity, empowerment, and long‑term associate success.
Through leadership development programs like the LEAD (Lead, Engage, & Accelerate Development) program, family-focused events, paid parental leave, and benefits designed to support both associates and their families, Fire-Dex continues to foster a family-first culture where talented people can grow, contribute bold ideas, and take pride in their work to create and care for protective gear and set new standards for first responder safety.
Mission Driven, People Focused
For more than 40 years, Fire-Dex has built its business around a clear purpose: protecting the people who protect others. As a family-owned company headquartered in Medina, Ohio, Fire-Dex continues to grow while staying grounded in the values that have guided the company since 1983.
That growth is powered by associates who take pride in meaningful work, whether they are developing new PPE solutions, supporting customers, or helping departments keep firefighters safer on the front line. Together, these awards reflect what continues to define Fire-Dex: a strong team, a culture built on care, and a shared commitment to serving those who serve.
To learn more about joining this award-winning team, visit Fire-Dex Careers.