SSE Steel Fabrication Named #1 Fastest Growing Company in New Orleans by CityBusiness
**St. Bernard, LA** – SSE Steel Fabrication, a 100% woman-and minority-owned, DBE-certified small business located in St. Bernard Parish, is proud to announce that it has been recognized as the #1 Fastest Growing Company in the metro New Orleans area by CityBusiness. The prestigious ranking, featured in CityBusiness's May 3 print edition, highlights companies that have shown significant revenue growth over the past three years.
Over the last two years, SSE Steel Fabrication has achieved a remarkable 291% increase in revenue, with a 193% year-over-year growth, driven by its commitment to innovation, expansion, and increased production capabilities. The company, founded in 1996 by Marc and Cheryl Nunez, reported revenues of $29.3 million in 2023, up from $10 million in 2022, and $7.5 million in 2021.
"This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our incredible team," said Mindy Nunez Airhart, owner and CEO of SSE Steel Fabrication. "We are honored to be doing our part for the economic growth of St. Bernard Parish and the New Orleans area, and are deeply committed to continuing our trajectory of excellence and innovation."
From humble beginnings, SSE Steel Fabrication has established itself as a leader in the steel construction industry, providing structural steel fabrication that meets the needs of its diverse clients. The company's focus on innovative technology and robotics has positioned it at the forefront of the industry, making it a key player in the local economy.
SSE Steel Fabrication has made two appearances on the Inc. Magazine “Inc. 5000” list of America’s Fastest Growing Private Companies and was named a Louisiana Growth Leader Winner by the Louisiana Economic Development in 2022. The company also earned a ranking on Louisiana State University’s “LSU 100” list of fastest growing LSU‐led companies in 2022 and 2023.
Justin P. Airhart, COO of SSE Steel Fabrication, said that he is humbled by the accomplishment, but not surprised. “Our entire team has worked tirelessly these past three years to create the sort of company that we can all be proud of. We wanted to create a first-class fabrication company, but still retain the family atmosphere that has always been a part of our culture. And our team has stepped up and done just exactly that.”
SSE Steel Fabrication would like to extend its gratitude to CityBusiness for this honor, its loyal clients for their continued support, and its dedicated team members whose hard work and commitment have made this achievement possible.
For more information about SSE Steel Fabrication and its services, please visit www.SSE-LA.com.
