Local Business Named to Prestigious Ranking of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America by Inc. Magazine

BAKERSFIELD, Calif., Oct. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Multi Business Systems, a professional printing and promotional products provider based in Bakersfield, Calif., has been named by Inc. Magazine as one of America's fastest-growing private companies.

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With a 33 percent increase in growth of annual sales over a three-year period (2006-2009), the local business debuted at #3995 of the 5000 businesses named to the list. "We are thrilled to be recognized by Inc. Magazine, as this distinguished ranking awards entrepreneurial businesses for their innovation and growth – it's a great award," said Bob Burdette, president of Multi Business Systems.

Founded in 1964, Burdette credits the business's success and growth to the broadening of its customer base and the expansion of product offerings. Over the years, Multi Business Systems has expanded its operations to additional California cities, including Stockton, Modesto, Fresno, Pismo Beach, Nipomo, Ventura and San Bernardino. They service customers in nearly 40 states in the U.S.

Multi Business Systems is also ranked as number 62 in sales in the nation within its industry by the Print Services Distribution Association (PSDA). The business currently employs 20 workers and grew revenues to $4.2 million in 2009. "The variety of products and services we provide has been key to our growth," says Burdette. "As a business, we strive to be current with our industries' technological advances."

Within the print industry, Multi Business Systems offers a variety of products, from handwritten forms to electronic file transfers that allow for remote printing and distribution. They also distribute printed business and promotional products to a wide variety of industries throughout the country.

For more than 30 years, Inc. Magazine has undertaken the review and publishing of this prestigious list of the nation's most successful private companies. Known as the authority on entrepreneurship, the 5000 list serves as a unique report card on the U.S. economy and "is a testament to the creativity, resilience and tenacity of America's top entrepreneurs," said Jane Berenston, the magazine's editor. Oracle, Patagonia, E*Trade, American Apparel are just a few of the numerous well-known brands that have been honored by the Inc. 5000 list. Complete results, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region and other criteria can be found on Inc.com. Additional information on the products and services provided by Multi Business Systems can be found at www.multibusinesssystems.com.

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