Global Water Technology, Inc. delivers proven, data-driven water treatment solutions backed by decades of experience and a people-first approach. As a second-generation, Minority-Owned Business recognized on the Inc. 5000 list, GWT helps clients reduce costs, improve system performance, and operate more sustainably—through long-term partnerships built on trust, expertise, and results.
Minority Owned Water Treatment Company (MBE Certified)
Global Water Technology, Inc. is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) through the National Minority Supplier Diversity Council (NMSDC), the City of Chicago, the City of Louisville, the State of Illinois, and the State of Indiana.
Memberships
Certified Water Technologists
GWT invests in the technical growth of its team and actively supports members in achieving professional certification through the Association of Water Technologies. The company maintains a strong technical bench, including multiple Certified Water Technologists (CWTs), reflecting its commitment to technical excellence and industry standards.
CWTs bring the expertise, experience, and practical knowledge required to provide high-quality service and oversight for boilers, chillers, and complex water systems. They focus on optimizing system performance and efficiency by applying the latest water treatment technologies and techniques to help facilities reduce energy use and operate more effectively.
Individuals with the CWT designation have personally committed themselves to excellence in the water treatment industry.
CWTs are:
Experts with proven knowledge
Each CWT has passed a rigorous exam that covers all aspects of water treatment technology, and they must recertify every five years to maintain the credential.
Experienced and reputable
Every CWT has been employed as a water treatment professional for a minimum of five years. And, they have all passed a thorough peer-review process that includes references from colleagues and clients.
Ethical and responsible
Each CWT has signed a 13-part Declaration of Ethics. Violations result in disciplinary action, including possible revocation of their certification status.
Recognitions
Inc. 5000 Regionals (Midwest) Honoree – America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies (2024)
In 2024, Inc. Magazine ranked Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT) No. 162 on its Inc. 5000 Regionals: Midwest list, recognizing the fastest-growing private companies across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. The recognition reflects GWT’s continued expansion and strengthening presence across the Midwest, one of the nation’s most competitive and dynamic regional economies.
Born of the annual Inc. 5000 franchise, the Inc. Regionals list provides a distinctive look at the most successful companies within the Midwest’s independent business community. The ranking highlights organizations that are driving innovation, job creation, and sustained growth, underscoring GWT’s role as a leading independent platform in the water treatment industry.
Inc. 5000 Honoree – America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies (2024)
In 2024, Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT) was once again recognized by Inc. Magazine on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies, ranking No. 4,679. This milestone marked GWT’s seventh appearance on the prestigious list, further demonstrating the company’s sustained growth, adaptability, and expanding national presence in the water treatment industry.
GWT’s continued inclusion on the Inc. 5000 reflects a growth strategy rooted in long-term investment, strategic acquisitions, and the development of scalable capabilities across people, technology, and operations. The Inc. 5000 remains a benchmark of entrepreneurial success in the U.S. economy, and many widely recognized brands, including Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, and Patagonia, first gained national exposure as honorees on the list.
Inc. 5000 Honoree – America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies (2023)
In 2023, Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT) earned its sixth appearance on Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America, ranking No. 3745 with three-year revenue growth of 128 percent. The recognition reflects GWT’s ability to sustain meaningful growth while navigating a complex economic landscape marked by inflation, workforce challenges, and shifting market dynamics.
GWT’s continued presence on the Inc. 5000 underscores a long-term growth strategy centered on disciplined expansion, strategic acquisitions, and ongoing investment in people, technology, and national service capabilities. The Inc. 5000 serves as a benchmark of entrepreneurial success in the U.S. economy, and many iconic brands, including Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, and Patagonia, first gained national recognition as honorees on the list.
Inc. 5000 Honoree – America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies (2022)
In 2022, Inc. Magazine recognized Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT) as one of America’s fastest-growing private companies, ranking No. 3121 on the Inc. 5000 with three-year revenue growth of 172 percent. This milestone marked GWT’s fifth appearance on the prestigious list, reflecting sustained expansion, strategic acquisitions, and continued investment in people, technology, and national capabilities.
The Inc. 5000 list represents a definitive snapshot of the most successful independent businesses in the United States. Many industry-leading companies, including Intuit, Zappos, Under Armour, Microsoft, and Patagonia, began their national rise as Inc. 5000 honorees.
Inc. 5000 Honoree – America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies (2021)
In 2021, Inc. Magazine recognized Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT) on its annual Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies, ranking No. 1927 nationwide and with a three year growth rate of 231%. The achievement marked another milestone in GWT’s growth trajectory, reflecting accelerated expansion during a period of unprecedented disruption across the global economy.
GWT’s inclusion on the Inc. 5000 highlights the company’s ability to scale its platform while strengthening technical capabilities, expanding geographic reach, and investing in people and infrastructure. The Inc. 5000 serves as a benchmark of entrepreneurial success in the United States, and many industry-defining companies, including Intuit, Zappos, Under Armour, Microsoft, and Patagonia, first gained national recognition as honorees on the list.
Inc. 5000 Honoree – America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies (2020)
In 2020, Inc. Magazine ranked Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT) No. 2266 with a three-year revenue growth of 184.76 percent on its Annual List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies –the Inc. 5000!
The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses. Intuit, Zappos, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
Inc. 5000 Regionals (Midwest) Honoree – America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies (2020)
In 2020, Inc. Magazine ranked Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT) No. 238 with a two-year revenue growth of 95 percent on its inaugural Inc. 5000 Series: Midwest list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Born of the annual Inc. 5000 franchise, this regional list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the Midwest economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses.
Inc. 5000 Honoree – America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies (2019)
April 2019, Inc. magazine revealed that Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT) ranked No. 2176 with a three-year revenue growth of 185 percent on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. GWT ranked No. 14 in the Environmental Services category. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses. Microsoft, Dell, Domino’s Pizza, Pandora, Timberland, LinkedIn, Yelp, Zillow, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
Inc. 5000 Honoree – America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies (2017)
In 2017, GWT made the INC 5000 List of fastest growing companies in the country.
Companies are evaluated through analysis/verification of financials and ultimately ranked based on the growth rate of the company according to their formula.
GWT ranked #1945 with a growth rate of 195%. GWT ranked #16 in our Industry Category of Environmental Services.
Recipient of Supplier Award at SodexoMAGIC 2017 Diversity Round-Table
In 2017, as one of SodexoMAGIC’s primary service suppliers for their Integrated Facilities Management segment, GWT was invited to attend a captive Round-table Discussion about vendor diversity.
At the event, GWT was one of two other partners, Core Mechanical and Courtesy Electric, recognized for, “Unwavering Commitment to Inspire Quality of Life Solutions within the Chicagoland Community.”
Recognized in Diverse Supplier Spotlight in SodexoMAGIC Autumn 2017 Newsletter
GWT was recognized in the SodexoMAGIC Autumn 2017 Newsletter in the Diverse Supplier Spotlight Section for superior performance and collaboration on community engagement.
Recipient of University of Illinois’ MAFBE Conference 2010 Vendor Recognition Award
In 2010, GWT was one of 4 recipients of the University of Illinois Minority and Female Business Enterprise Program’s (MAFBE) Vendor Recognition Award for services provided to the University of Illinois.
“As a minority contractor, we are honored to receive such a prestigious award from MAFBE, a program with a strong mission and vision for the success and participation of minorities in different aspects of higher education.”
Maria E. Villarreal, Founder GWT- Inc.
Recognized by Marc Realty in Chief Egineer’s Association of Chicagoland’s Magazine
In the CEAC’s June 2011 publication, John Ferek, Director of Operations and the GWT Team were recognized by Marc Realty’s management team for outstanding customer service and “going far above and beyond” in assisting to restore one of their condominium properties after a devastating flood.
GWT provided the cooling tower cleaning services, sanitized all heating systems and provided new chemical feed and filtration systems for the central plant.
Featured in CEAC Volume 76 Number 6 Pages 27-38 “WHO’LL STOP THE RAIN”
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