Rapido Solutions Group Named to Crain’s Chicago Business as one of the region’s fastest-growing companies.
Chicago – June 10, 2026 – Rapido Solutions Group, a nearshore logistics provider connecting hyper-growth logistics and supply chain organizations with top talent to scale efficiently, operate effectively, and provide superior customer service, has been recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business as one of the region’s fastest-growing companies 2026.
Crain's Fast 50 is an annual showcase of the region’s fastest-growing companies headquartered in the Chicago area. The list will rank companies by revenue growth percentage over 5 years. Ranked #6, Rapido earn edits place on the Fast 50 list for the first time with a remarkable 2,391% cumulative revenue growth over the past five years.
Nearshore staffing provides strategic advantages that directly address the challenges 3PLs face today. With Rapido, 3PLs gain access to reliable talent while also improving efficiency, scalability, and service quality. Labor shortages for 3PLs can affect businesses across the US and worldwide by impacting service levels, growth, and competitiveness. Nearshore staffing, Rapido’s main service offering, offers a practical, proven way to ease that pressure by providing 3PLs access to reliable talent, real-time collaboration, and long-term stability.
“Being included on Crain’s Fast Fifty list for the first time is a testament to the hard work and expertise of our people and they work they deliver to customers across the globe. We strive to create an environment where people can contribute to something bigger than themselves and create real, tangible efficiencies across an industry that needs their expertise.” said Danny Frisco, Rapido Co-founder and CEO.
To view the full list of 2026 Fast 50 honorees, visit Crain’s Chicago Business.
About Rapido Solutions Group
Rapido connects logistics and supply chain organizations in North America with the best nearshore talent to scale efficiently, operate effectively, and deliver superior customer service. Rapido works with businesses from all sides of the logistics industry — including 3PLs, carriers, and logistics software companies — to build teams with roles across customer and carrier sales and support, back-office administration, and technology services.
Rapido is driven by an inside knowledge of how to recruit, hire, and train within the logistics industry and a passion to build better solutions for success. Rapido is head quartered in Chicago, IL, with offices in Guadalajara and Leon, Mexico.
To learn more, visit: gorapido.com.
About Crain’s Fast 50:
Crain's Fast 50 is an annual showcase of the region’s fastest-growing companies headquartered in the Chicago area. The list will rank companies by revenue growth percentage over 5 years.
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