BOSTON BUSINESS JOURNAL NAMES Ci FAST50 INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR
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- May 5
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Ci Design, Inc. is proud to announce that the Boston Business Journal has named our architecture firm a Fast50 Innovator of the Year. The award recognizes Ci as one of the 50 fastest-growing private companies and honors the firm’s innovation, leadership and ability to manage rapid growth.
As the inaugural recipient of this distinction, Ci was selected for its creative approach to design and its success navigating and driving expansion across multiple markets. The Fast50 rankings are based on revenue growth from 2021 to 2024.
“We’re incredibly proud to be recognized for this achievement,” said Christopher M. Ladd, Ci Vice President and COO. “Our firm has grown from two offices in Boston and Baltimore to six offices operating nationwide. This award reflects the collective efforts of our team and the significant strides we’ve made as a firm.”
Ci’s growing portfolio spans multiple practice areas, including science and technology, mixed-use and residential, mission critical, workplace, and industrial manufacturing. The firm offers a full range of services—architecture, planning, landscape design, experiential graphics and branding, lab and manufacturing planning, interior design, and procurement—tailored to meet the needs of a diverse client base.
“This marks the fourth consecutive year we’ve been named to the Fast50 list, and our ranking has continued to rise each year,” said John Larsen, Ci President and CEO. “We’re committed to building lasting partnerships with our clients and delivering innovative solutions across project types. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and passion of our team.”
Our firm is excited to attend the Boston Business Journal's celebration honoring this year’s Fast50 companies on Tuesday, May 13, at Big Night Live in Boston, where final rankings will be revealed. A special Fast50 edition featuring Ci will appear in the Business Journal's May 16 print and digital publications.
Learn more: Boston Business Journal 2025 Fast50 Companies