The Building People Recognized Among Loudoun County’s Largest-Ever Group of Inc. 5000 Honorees

Company’s eighth consecutive Inc. 5000 ranking highlights continued growth and commitment to Loudoun County

Leesburg, Va. | June 18, 2026 –

The Building People, a Leesburg, VA-based provider of integrated real estate, facilities, and technology solutions, was recognized among Loudoun County companies named to the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.

The recognition was celebrated during the Loudoun Inc. 5000 Business Appreciation Reception, hosted by the Loudoun County Economic Development. The event brought together fellow Inc. 5000 honorees from across Loudoun County to recognize the local companies helping strengthen the region’s dynamic and fast-growing business community.

In 2025, 45 Loudoun County-based businesses earned spots on the Inc. 5000 list, the highest number of honorees the county has achieved to date. The milestone reinforced Loudoun County’s reputation as a leading destination for innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustained business growth. The Building People was also recognized among a select group of Loudoun companies returning to the list for a fifth year or more, marking the company’s eighth consecutive appearance.

The Building People earned the No. 2923 spot on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list. The company also ranked No. 178 in the Washington, D.C. Metro area, No. 68 in Real Estate nationwide, and No. 154 in Virginia.

“We were honored to be recognized alongside so many outstanding Loudoun County companies that are growing, creating opportunity, and investing in the future of this community,” said Lawrence Melton, CEO & President of The Building People. “Loudoun County is where The Building People was founded, where we continue to grow, and where our mission to support buildings, people, and communities comes to life. This recognition was not only a reflection of our team’s hard work, but also of the strong business environment and community partnerships that makes Loudoun such an incredible place to build a company.”

Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Leesburg, VA, The Building People has grown into a trusted partner for federal, commercial, and institutional clients across the country. The company delivers integrated solutions that connect real estate strategy, facilities operations, smart building technology, workforce transformation, and data-driven performance to help organizations better manage their buildings and the people inside them.

As the company continued to expand, The Building People remained committed to contributing to the Loudoun County community through local investment, workforce development, partnership, and service. Its growth was fueled by a mission-driven team focused on creating more efficient, resilient, and human-centered environments for clients while strengthening the communities where its employees live and work.

The Loudoun County Economic Development’s recognition of local Inc. 5000 honorees underscored the important role fast-growing companies play in shaping the region’s economic future. For The Building People, the honor reflected both national momentum and a continued commitment to supporting the people, partnerships, and business community that make Loudoun County a vibrant place to do business.

About the Building People

The Building People delivers integrated solutions that combine smart building technology, real estate strategy, full lifecycle facilities operations services, integrated workforce and workplace design. We transform organizations and portfolios using real-time data, automation, and AI to optimize performance, reduce costs, and extend asset life. Whether supporting a single building or an enterprise portfolio, we tailor every solution to meet client-specific needs, helping create spaces that are agile, innovative, sustainable, and built for long-term success. Learn more at https://thebuildingpeople.com.