25. J.J. Keller & Associates Growth Rate: 147% HQ: Neehan, Wis.
Since its beginning as a one-man consulting firm in 1953, J.J. Keller & Associates, Inc. has become one of the most respected names in safety and regulatory compliance. J.J. Keller serves over 560,000 customers, including 90 percent of the Fortune 1000. Professionals in transportation, workplace safety, environmental, hazmat, construction, and human resources rely on J. J. Keller to reduce risk and improve compliance. Consulting caught up with Steve Murray, a Senior Director with J.J. Keller & Associates to discuss the firm's recent success.