Face It Botox Bar: Building a Practice Around the Patient “You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to care deeply about what you’re building and be willing to learn as you go.” — Ryann Lavenia, Founder and CEO, Face It Botox Bar  Ryann Lavenia Founder and CEO Lee County Year Founded: 2018 Industry: Medical Aesthetics, Wellness, Cosmetic Injectables [...]

Workscapes: Building a Legacy of Innovation and Heart “Build a culture where your people feel as valued as your best customer. When you invest in the growth of your team, they will take care of your clients in ways you never could alone.” — Elizabeth Dvorak, CEO and Founder, Workscapes Elizabeth DvorakCEO and FounderHillsborough CountyYear Founded: 1988Industry: Commercial Interiors, Space planning and Design, Interior [...]

Urban SDK: Empowering Smart Cities and Public Safety “Our mission has always been to equip the government teams serving our communities with the intelligence they need to protect lives and steward public resources responsibly”  — Drew Messer, CEO, Urban SDK Drew MesserCo-Founder and CEOJustin DennisCo-Founder and COODuval CountyYear Founded: 2018Industry: Geospatial AI, Smart City Infrastructure, Traffic Safety Analytics, Government Technology (GovTech), Public Safety Operations [...]

Insight Assurance: Cybersecurity Through a Compliance Lens “Growth really accelerates when you stop trying to do everything yourself and start trusting other people with real responsibility.” — Jesus Jimenez, Founder & CEO and Felipe Saboya, Founder & CFO, Insight Assurance Jesus JimenezFounder & CEOFelipe SaboyaFounder & CFOHillsborough CountyYear Founded: 2020Industry: Cybersecurity Compliance, Risk & Assurance, Regulatory Services Visit our Website! [...]

Arise Autism Center: Rewriting the Script for Family Care "Build the solution you couldn't find and never lose sight of the 'why' behind your work. When you lead with empathy and focus on solving a real problem for your community, the growth will follow. Don’t just start a business, build a community that lifts everyone it touches."  — Shebby Aras, CEO, Arise Autism Center  Shebby ArasCEOSeminole CountyYear Founded: 2019Industry: Healthcare [...]

Competitive Edge Partners & Consulting LLC: Born in a Downturn “Your word is everything. If you say you are going to do something, do it because at the end of the day, your follow-through is what defines you.” — Debbie Rodriguez, Founder, CEO & Owner, Competitive Edge Partners & Consulting LLC Debbie Rodriguez, Founder, CEO & Owner Seminole County Year Founded: 2009 Industry: Construction [...]

Zulay Kitchen: Designing for Happiness, Not Just Utility “Every single day do at least one thing that moves your business forward. Momentum compounds faster than you think.” — Aaron Cordovez, Co-Founder & CEO; Whitney Cordovez, Co-Founder, Zulay Kitchen Aaron Cordovez, Co-Founder & CEO; Whitney Cordovez, Co-Founder Pinellas County Year Founded: 2015 Industry: Consumer Products, Kitchenware, E-Commerce Visit our Website! [...]

Vets2PM: A Veteran-Led Workforce with a Shared Purpose “You do not need a 60-page business plan. Build something people will pay for, test it fast, and surround yourself with professionals early before things break.” — Eric “Doc” Wright, Founder & CEO, Vets2PM Eric “Doc” Wright, Founder & CEO Brevard County Year Founded: 2015 Industry: Workforce Development, Vocational Education, Project Management Training Visit [...]

JCQ Services: A Leap of Faith That Started It All “Surround yourself with people who challenge your thinking, stay curious, and never stop learning. Growth comes from being open to new ideas and taking smart risks.” — Juan Quiroga, President & CEO, JCQ Services Juan Quiroga, President & CEO Orange County Year Founded: 1997 (formally launched as JCQ Services in 2000) Industry: Integrated Construction, [...]

LT Plumbing: Dependability as a Competitive Advantage “Go with your gut. If it feels right, go for it. Put your heart in it and know that every day will be different.” — Alex Wehner, Owner, LT Plumbing Alex Wehner, Owner Manatee County Year Founded: 2006 Industry: Commercial Plumbing, New Construction, Select Residential Services Visit our Website! [...]