Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is honored to announce its inclusion in Inc.'s 500/5000 prestigious ranking of America's fastest-growing privately held companies.

"We are celebrating our 10th anniversary this coming Sunday, and we appreciate this and every other recognition Freddy's has received over the past decade," says Freddy's President Bill Simon. "The Inc. 500/5000 ranking puts Freddy's in the company of so many great organizations. 

"We will continually strive for improvement in our processes and work toward being listed every year," he says. "It remains our goal to not only grow our concept, but also to provide value and contribution to the communities we serve. Today's announcement is an affirmation to our entire Freddy's family that our dedication to this concept is making a reality out of what we once didn't dare to even dream."

Other recognitions this year include Freddy's being listed among Entrepreneur magazine's "Franchise 500," Business Insider's "8 Better Burger Chains Poised to Conquer America," and QSR magazine's "10 Best Franchise Deals."

"With every opportunity, we share the recognition among our ever-growing base of franchisees," says COO Scott Redler. "Their entrepreneurial spirit allows our system to innovate and find efficiencies while sticking close to the foundation of our success–satisfying our loyal guests with a simple menu of cooked-to-order meals and fresh desserts served by the world-class employees in the cleanest restaurants.

"We humbly accept this award with a great deal of appreciation and admiration for our employees and franchise partners," he says.