Empire Aviation USA: Soaring to New Heights in Aircraft Maintenance “Be strong and adaptable. It takes focus and flexibility to manage new challenges and overcome them. Stay committed to your vision, and success will follow.” Mark Reyes President Palm Beach County Year Founded: 2016 Industry: Transportation and Warehousing Revenue Growth: 24% Learn more! [...]

Sophros Recovery: Transforming Lives Through Comprehensive Addiction and Mental Health Care "Find something you’re truly passionate about, and then look for the business opportunity within that passion." Nick Padlo CEO Orange County Year Founded: 2021 Industry: Health Care and Social Assistance Revenue Growth: 30% Learn more! Sophros Recovery was born from Nick Padlo’s [...]

Abacode: A Decade of Dedication to Cybersecurity “Cybersecurity is a team sport. Build a winning team, and success will follow.” Rolando Torres Co-founder Hillsborough County Year Founded: 2014 Industry: Cybersecurity revenue growth: 48% Learn more! Co-founded by Rolando Torres and Michael Ferris, Abacode has carved a niche in the cybersecurity industry, championing the [...]

Power Bolt and Tool: Building Strong Foundations in Florida’s Construction Supply Market “Be prepared to have the grit and the grind—it’s not going to be comfortable, consistent, or predictable. But if you can get to the other side, then it’s the greatest thing ever.” Tony King President Orange County Year Founded: 2004 Industry: Retail Trade Revenue Growth: 30% Learn [...]

Keel and Curley Winery: Cultivating Community and Innovation Through Fruit Wine and Cider "Never settle for good enough—excellence comes from constant growth and innovation.” Clay Keel President Hillsborough County Year Founded: 2003 Industry: Wholesale Trade Revenue Growth: 10% Learn more! Keel and Curley Winery began as a modest 20-acre farm in Plant City, [...]

HCM Unlocked: Empowering Businesses with Tech-Enabled HR and Payroll Solutions "Focus on what you can control today, take consistent action, and keep moving forward one step at a time." John Wallace CEO Miami-Dade County Year Founded: 2018 Industry: Information Technology Revenue Growth: 39% Learn more! HCM Unlocked was founded in 2018 when John [...]

FrankNDesign: Transforming Themed Entertainment with Creativity and Expertise "Just do it. Take the jump—you’ll figure it out along the way." Francisco Nunez Founder & President Orange County Year Founded: 2019 Industry: Specialized Design Services Revenue Growth: 164% Learn more! The inspiration for FrankNDesign arose when Francisco Nunez was working with a software in [...]

FlightPath Golf: Innovating the Game with Precision, Gratitude, and Resilience "Think bigger—add a zero to your goals, then figure out how that changes your plan." Caroline Castille-Sierra & Michael Sierra Co-CEOs Orange County Year Founded: 2020 Industry: Wholesale Trade Revenue Growth: 41% Learn more! FlightPath Golf began as an entrepreneurial dream sparked at [...]

Winter Park Veterinary Hospital: Compassionate Care and Community Commitment in Veterinary Medicine "Don't be afraid to surround yourself with people smarter and more capable than you—hire them, and let them thrive." William Hess CEO Orange County Year Founded: 1955 Industry: Veterinary Services Revenue Growth: 9% Learn more! Winter Park Veterinary Hospital was founded [...]

Emerson and Friends: Creating Comfort and Joy Through Thoughtfully Designed Pajamas "Feel the fear but do it anyway—just take that first step and see where it leads you." Nicole Northway CEO Pinellas County Year Founded: 2018 Industry: Retail Trade Revenue Growth: 33% Learn more! The journey of Emerson and Friends began with Nicole [...]