Ninja Life Hacks, the Oklahoma-based children’s publishing and educational brand founded by author and entrepreneur Mary Nhin, has been named to the 2026 Inc. 5000, the annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States.
Founded in Oklahoma, Ninja Life Hacks has grown from a children’s book series into an international educational brand focused on helping children develop emotional intelligence, resilience, confidence, communication skills, leadership skills and a growth mindset.
More than 4 million Ninja Life Hacks books have been sold, with the brand reaching children, families, educators and schools in the United States and internationally.
“Being named to the Inc. 5000 is an exciting milestone for Ninja Life Hacks, but what makes it especially meaningful to me is that we built this company right here in Oklahoma,” Nhin said. “It shows that an idea can start locally, grow nationally and ultimately reach children around the world.”
Nhin launched Ninja Life Hacks with a mission to make social-emotional and life skills easier for children to understand through relatable characters, stories and practical strategies. The brand has since expanded its catalog and educational offerings while continuing to grow its presence with schools, educators, retailers and families.
The company’s growth has largely been driven from its Oklahoma headquarters while reaching customers across the country and internationally.
“For me, growth has never been only about selling more books,” Nhin said. “It means reaching another classroom, another family and another child who might gain a tool that helps them navigate a difficult moment. The business growth gives us the ability to expand that impact.”
The Inc. 5000 recognizes privately held U.S. companies based on percentage revenue growth over a three-year period and has become one of the country’s best-known measures of entrepreneurial growth.
Nhin is also an Oklahoma entrepreneur and community leader whose work spans publishing, education, entrepreneurship and philanthropy.
“This recognition belongs to everyone who has helped Ninja Life Hacks grow, from our team and partners to the educators, parents and children who continue to believe in what we’re building,” Nhin said. “I’m proud that an Oklahoma company is part of the 2026 Inc. 5000.”
About Ninja Life Hacks
Ninja Life Hacks is an Oklahoma-based children’s publishing and educational brand founded by author and entrepreneur Mary Nhin. Through books and educational resources featuring relatable characters and practical strategies, Ninja Life Hacks helps children develop emotional intelligence, resilience, confidence, leadership, communication skills and a growth mindset. More than 4 million books have been sold, reaching children, families and educators around the world.
