BFARR Contracting: Building a Legacy of Excellence in Central Florida “One of the best decisions we made was to define our core values and hire based on those principles. Skills can be taught, but aligning on values creates a cohesive and motivated team that will drive your success.” Brian Farr & Brian Walton Co-founders Orange County Year Founded: 2016 Industry: Construction [...]

Stark Enterprises: Redefining Gifting in the Premium Incentive Market “Embrace failure as a learning experience. It’s part of the process. And don’t be afraid to count on yourself.” Rachel Stark-Cappelli & Andrea Cappelli Co-founders Sarasota County Year Founded: 2005 Industry: Wholesale Trade Revenue Growth: 23% Learn more! Since its founding in 2006, Stark [...]

Payzli: The Journey of Building a Payments Powerhouse "Focus on your mission, innovate relentlessly, and deliver tools that create true value for your partners and customers." Naim Hamdar Arash Izadpanah Kapil Pershad Co-founders Hillsborough County Year Founded: 2007 Industry: Finance and Insurance Revenue Growth: 18% Learn more! In 2019, a shared vision among [...]

Fuse Specialty Appliances: A Cut Above in Luxury Appliances "Our goal is to elevate the customer experience by combining cutting-edge innovation with personalized service." Mike Robertson Managing Partner Broward County Year Founded: 2018 Industry: retail Revenue Growth: 18% Learn more! Fuse Specialty Appliances elevates the luxury appliance experience, offering a curated selection of top [...]

Caring Therapists: A Holistic Approach to Mental Health and Community Well-being "Think outside the box and don’t be afraid to challenge industry norms. Sometimes, the unconventional path leads to the greatest success." Amanda & David Landry Co-founders Broward County Year Founded: 2013 Industry: Health Care and Social Assistance Revenue Growth: 70% Learn more! [...]

Atlas Sign Industries: Elevating Brands Through Innovation and Impact “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.” Jim Adinolfe President & CEO Palm Beach County Year Founded: 1992 Industry: Manufacturing Revenue Growth: 5% Learn more! [...]

X-lumin Corporation: Illuminating the Future of Secure, High-Speed Connectivity “If you want to succeed, you have to be ready to live and breathe your business. It’s not easy, but the rewards are worth the journey.” Diana LaTour CEO Zev Suissa Chief Growth Officer Brevard County Year Founded: 2019 Industry: Telecommunications Revenue Growth: 285% Learn more! [...]

Watermelon Swim: Creating a Community of Safer Swimmers, One Lesson at a Time "You can’t scale alone. Invest in people who share your vision, empower them with the tools to lead, and create an environment where they want to stay.” Micha Seal Owner and CEO Hillsborough County Year Founded: 1979 Industry: Educational Services Revenue Growth: 36% Learn more! [...]

The Launchpad: Redefining How Businesses Connect with Technology “Challenges will come, but if you stay focused on your North Star, you’ll know what to prioritize and what to let go.” Tonya Turrell Founder and CEO Orange County Year Founded: 2020 Industry: Information Technology Revenue Growth: 11% Learn more! For Tonya Turrell, technology isn’t [...]

GoTu: Transforming and Solving Dental Staffing Complications “Success is simple: figure out what you want, determine what it costs, and pay the price. No shortcuts, no discounts — just commitment.” Edward Thomas & Cary Gahm Co-founders Miami-Dade Year Founded: 2019 Industry: Medical Staffing Revenue Growth: 70% Learn more! When Cary Gahm and Edward [...]