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http://AbodeLuxuryRentals.com

Gator Leader

Rob Alday, BA ‘03

Owner

Industry

Travel and Hospitality

Location

Park City, UT

Years Honored

2023: Rank 44

2022: Rank 73

2020: Rank 68

2019: Rank 57

2018: Rank 17

2017: Rank 56

2015: Rank 2

#2015
#ParkCity
#UT
#2020
#TravelandHospitality
#2019
#2018
#2017
#2022
#2023
#2024

Adesis, a wholly owned subsidiary of Universal Display Corp., is a contract research organization supporting the life science industries. Its efforts are in various stages of scientific research, method development, technology transfer and manufacturing. It specializes in all sizes of organic synthesis, from milligram to multi-kilogram quantities.

adesisinc.com

Gator Leader

Andrew Cottone, III, Ph.D. ‘00

President

Industry

Manufacturing

Location

New Castle, DE

Years Honored

2020: Rank 9

2017: Rank 96

2016: Rank 83

Advantage Inspection is the standard for home inspections, and was the first home warranty company to computerize the home inspection business. For more than 23 years, Advantage Inspection's real estate services and reporting have been the deciding factor for the clients we serve: real estate agents, home inspectors, home owners, buyers and sellers. In 2017, Advantage Inspection will launch YourHouse.com.

adrdu.com

Gator Leader

Christie Park, BSAC ‘82

Co-Owner

Dave Park, BBC ‘82

President

Industry

Real Estate

Location

Raleigh, NC

Years Honored

2017: Rank 93

2016: Rank 52

Sue is President and CEO of AGTC, a clinical-stage biotechnology company that uses its proprietary gene therapy platform to develop products designed to transform the lives of patients with severe diseases, with an initial focus in ophthalmology. AGTC uses cutting-edge techniques to offer hope to patients with rare diseases and unmet medical needs.

agtc.com

Gator Leader

Sue Washer, MBA '92

President & CEO

Industry

Biotechnology

Location

Alachua, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 1

2016: Rank 25

Assured Information Technology (AIT) Engineering is an Orlando-based, veteran-owned small business that provides Cybersecurity, information assurance, information technology and software development solutions to the federal government, DoD and commercial entities to achieve low-risk, low-cost security compliance.

aitengineering.com

Gator Leader

Jason Eddy, BS '01

President

Industry

Engineering

Location

Orlando, FL

Years Honored

2021: Rank 61

2020: Rank 59

2019: Rank 28

2018: Rank 25

2017: Rank 64

Amenity Elite, LLC is the premier provider of onsite casino massage services in North Carolina and Mississippi. We provide casino, chair, poker, pool and event massage services and are the exclusive provider of massage to the World Series of Poker at Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort and the Horseshoe Tunica.

With more than 12 years of massage operations we are a well-respected company. Based on the highest level of professionalism, integrity, and respect towards both the worker and the customer. We deliver excellent customer experiences and strive for excellence with every massage we provide.

amenitypro.com

Gator Leader

Jennifer Lutsi, BS '01

Founder

Industry

Health

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 78

#Health
#Delray Beach
#FL
#2017

Amenity Pro, LLC is one of the largest providers of onsite casino massage services throughout the state of Florida. We provide poker, casino, chair, and event massage services to enhance the customer experience.

With more than 16 years of massage operations we are a well-respected company. Based on the highest level of professionalism, integrity, and respect towards both the worker and the customer. We deliver excellent customer experiences and strive for excellence with every massage we provide.

amenitypro.com

Gator Leader

Jennifer Lutsi, BS '01

Founder

Industry

Health

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 78

#Health
#FL
#2017

#2024

Amicon Management is a full-service real estate services company. Its team brings a tailored approach to clients’ real estate projects, “delivering structure, stability and confidence throughout the entire construction process.” Founded by UF alumni Adam Mopsick and Ross Adickman, Amicon was recently recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of America’s fastest growing companies.

amiconmanagement.us

Gator Leader

Adam Mopsick BSBA ’93

CEO & Co-Founder

Ross Adickman BBC ’76

Co-Founder

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Miami, FL

Years Honored

2020: Rank 57

2019: Rank 45

2018: Rank 32

2017: Rank 22

Awesome Motive Inc. is a leading software and media company that helps small businesses grow and compete. Its software is used on over 3 million websites and serves billions of monthly impressions. It is considered a thought-leader by peers because of its rapid growth and innovation. Whatever the market conditions or current trends, Awesome Motive helps customers gain competitive business advantage and stay ahead of the curve.

awesomemotive.com

Gator Leader

Syed Balkhi, BA '11

Founder & CEO

Industry

Software

Location

West Palm Beach, FL

Years Honored

2019: Rank 43

2018: Rank 60

2017: Rank 66

BEA Architects, Inc. is an award-winning multi-disciplinary design firm headquartered in Miami. BEA has established a reputation as an innovative provider of leading-edge design solutions to corporations and institutions worldwide. The pursuit of excellence in design, through technology and in execution, underscores BEA's commitment to quality.

beai.com

Gator Leader

Bruno Ramos, BDES '82, MARCH '85

President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Miami, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 7

Founded by Annette Cornwell Bauer in 2006, Blakeland Construction Services serves commercial and public clients throughout the Southeast. It provides a full range of construction services, including new building construction, building renovations and roadway paving, with its strength being mechanical and electrical contracting. Blakeland’s staff has extensive experience with campus projects, producing administrative plans, submitting and tracking transmittals, and onsite and offsite management.

blakeland.us

Gator Leader

Annette Cornwell Bauer, BSCE 96

President

Karen Strange, ME 09

President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Jonesville, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 16

2017: Rank 2

Founded in 2006, Blood Company represents well-known artists including Zedd, Kenny Beats, Ghostemane, and Bea Miller as well as younger acts including notdvr, Deathpact, Drewbyrd and more. Completely independent, Blood Company differs from other management companies as it is focused strongly on youth culture and community, on real relationships and true synergy between clients and allies.

bloodcompany.net

Gator Leader

Timothy Smith, BABA '98

Founder & CEO

Industry

Business Products & Services

Location

Alachua, FL

Years Honored

2019: Rank 100

2017: Rank 27

2016: Rank 33

#Alachua
#FL
#2016
#2017
#2019
#BusinessProductsandServices
#2024

Founded in 2002, Boyer Building Corporation provides a full range of services from initial consultation and design to complete construction and commissioning of a finished structure. Anchored by the mantra "Building Solutions Together," Boyer believes that its success is due to the value it has placed on going beyond the expectations of both its employees and clients.

boyerbuildingcorp.com

Gator Leader

Gary Boyer, BBC '88

Founder & President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Polk City, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 38

Brand Tax Group provides tax products and outsourced accounting to businesses and individuals, We utilize technology to support a delivery system that provides anytime/anywhere access for our team and clients. Brand Tax Group strives each day to provide an outstanding client experience. We value life-work balance and consistently strive to maintain it.

brandtaxgroup.com

Gator Leader

Kristen Brand, BSAC '99

President

Industry

Financial Services

Location

Tampa, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 90

Matthew Brock purchased Builders Bargain, an existing building supply business, in 2007. Entering the market at the start of the housing crash proved to be not an obstacle, but an opportunity. The new venture weathered the storm with steady growth by filling a void from failed competitors. Builders bargain has grown sales revenue from $250,000 in its infancy to 43.6 million in 2016.

builders-bargain.com

Gator Leader

Matt Brock, BABA '05

Owner

Industry

Consumer Products and Services

Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 80

Carlos Penin founded C.A.P. Government, Inc. in 1989. Using tailored solutions, CAP provides clients with focused, needs-based building department solutions, and outsources licensed employees. CAP has a staff of 152 serving 45 cities and four educational clients. Technology, continuing education and customer-centered services continue to fuel CAP’s growth in outsourced building department services.

capfla.com

Gator Leader

Carlos A. Penin, BSCE '77

President

Industry

Government Services

Location

Coral Gables, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 75

2017: Rank 92

Formally Kitchen Resource Direct

Cabinets.com is a nationwide online retailer of assembled and ready-to-assemble kitchen and bath cabinets, with offices in Tampa and Maitland. Cabinets.com provides free professional kitchen design services, including 3-D renderings, as well as detailed pricing and information. The company’s goal is to make buying cabinets easy and affordable, while offering more styles and options than any other online company.

cabinets.com

Gator Leader

Benjamin Gordon, BSBA ‘04

CTO & Managing Partner

Christopher Larsen, BDES ‘04

CEO & Managing Partner

Industry

Consumer Products and Services

Location

Tampa, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 13

2017: Rank 14

2016: Rank 4

2015: Rank 4

Matt Carlton founded our company in 2005 because he was ready to work toward more than just the next deadline or paycheck. He dreamed of collaborating with partners whose visions exceeded four walls and a roof. In the years since then, he has built Carlton Construction into a company that truly understands, anticipates, and exceeds the expectations of discerning commercial and luxury residential owners across the Southeast. We put more into every project because it results in less stress for every party involved. Within the construction industry, our name stands for transparency, trust, and an impeccable attention to detail.
Carlton Construction is more than a contractor. We are experienced construction managers who guide projects from pre-construction to completion, resulting in unique spaces that enrich life.

carltonconstruction.net

Gator Leader

Matt Carlton, BS '02

President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Fleming Island, FL

Years Honored

2023: Rank 15

2017: Rank 9

#ConstructionandDesign
#FlemingIsland
#FL
#2017
#2023

#2024

CEI is a privately held company founded in 1999. It provides turnkey engineering and construction solutions to local, state and federal governments, and large private clients to support infrastructure improvements and environmental compliance. With offices in Miami-Dade, Pembroke Pines and Atlanta, CEI responds to the needs of clients while harnessing the breadth of services of large firms.

cherokeecorp.com

Gator Leader

Gabino Cuevas, BSCHE '83, MBA '97

CEO

Christine Franklin, MBA '97

President

Alex Sanchez, BSEN '95

EVP

Amanuel Worku, BSEN '98

Vice President

Industry

Engineering

Location

Miami Lakes, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 33

2017: Rank 95

Chargers and Cases LLC provides customer printing services across multiple brands with an emphasis on customized, brand-name cell phone accessories. The company began in a one-bedroom apartment in Gainesville, FL while the founder, Daren Ellington, attended law school at the University of Florida's Levin College of Law.

No Website

Gator Leader

Daren Ellington, BABA '03, JD '12

Owner & CEO

Industry

Consumer Products and Services

Location

Apopka, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 84

Curant Health is one of the fastest-growing health care companies in the nation, and is one of only four large health care companies to be on the INC 500/5000 for four consecutive years. Curant is a national thought-leader on developing and implementing chronic disease-state, patient-focused protocols. Its robust patient experience dramatically improves patient outcomes while significantly reducing costs associated with problematic diseases.

curanthealth.com

Gator Leader

Marc O’Connor, BSISE '90

Principal & COO

Industry

Health

Location

Smyrna, GA

Years Honored

2018: Rank 84

2017: Rank 65

Headquartered in Naples, DeAngelis Diamond is an award-winning construction management firm and a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry. In its first 23 years it has grown from a regional construction management company to a respected innovative leader.

deangelisdiamond.com

Gator Leader

John DeAngelis, BSBC ’91

Co-Founder

David Diamond, BBC ’85

Co-Founder

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Naples, FL

Years Honored

2020: Rank 39

2019: Rank 95

2018: Rank 38

2017: Rank 72

DirecLogix was founded with the mission of assisting companies with the entire information technology lifecycle. It has been successfully executing its vision since 2005 and adding value in the areas of technology consulting, acquisition, planning and implementation. DirecLogix is committed to helping clients explore, embrace and maximize the benefits of the ever-changing technology landscape.

direclogix.com

Gator Leader

Aleef Adam, BA ‘90

Managing Partner

Industry

IT Services

Location

Parkland, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 85

2017: Rank 33

2016: Rank 34

2015: Rank 14

Founded in 1993, Dynamic Corporate Solutions, Inc. (DCSI) provides industry-leading human resources consulting services and support to organizations. Clients depend on DCSI to help mitigate business risk and improve efficiency through HR processes, including operational auditing, performance management, leadership training, compensation reviews, onsite project management and much more.

dynamiccorp.com

Gator Leader

Suzanne Lemen, MS '08

CEO

Industry

Human Resources

Location

Fleming Island, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 12

e-Builder is the leading provider of cloud-based construction project management software. The company’s flagship product, e-Builder Enterprise, improves project execution, resulting in increased productivity and quality, reduced costs and faster delivery. Since 1995, e-Builder’s technology, leadership and construction industry focus has provided thousands of companies, government agencies, and health care and educational institutions, managing over $100 billion in capital projects, with solutions.

e-builder.net

Gator Leader

Jon Antevy, BDES ‘93, MSBC ‘94

Founder

Ron Antevy, BSCE ‘91

President & CEO

Industry

Software

Location

Plantation, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 96

2017: Rank 77

2016: Rank 75

2015: Rank 50

Emerald C’s Development is a full service General Contractor, specializing in interior build-out projects. We serve all markets including corporate/office, health care, industrial, production, education, recreation, and retail. We pride ourselves on being more than the typical contractor by utilizing innovative approaches and problem solving skills to think outside of the box and help our clients make value-driven decisions.

emerald-cs.com

Gator Leader

Brittany Culbreth, BSBC ’06

President

Jesse Culbreth, BSR ’05

Vice President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2021: Rank 82

2020: Rank 47

2019: Rank 25

2018: Rank 6

2017: Rank 4

Entech is a managed service provider with locations in Fort Myers, Bradenton and Naples. It specializes in managed services for businesses with 20 to 100- plus users, including network and user support, security threat protection, strategic IT planning and proactive systems care. Entech strives to provide comprehensive technical services and solutions that every business needs to be successful.

entechus.com

Gator Leader

Jake Spanberger, BSBA '00

President

Industry

IT Services

Location

Fort Myers, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 56

2017: Rank 100

Entic was founded in January 2011 in Miami with a vision to drive operational efficiency and continuous commissioning of commercial buildings through the collection and analysis of real-time facility data. Since then, Entic has grown to 38 full time employees with offices in Miami, Dallas and Boston. Entic continues to experience year-over-year triple digit growth.

entic.com

Gator Leader

Manuel Rosendo, BSEE '88

President & CINNO

Industry

Software

Location

Pembroke Pines, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 40

Environmental Pest Service is a leader in sustainable solutions for termite, test control and lawn care services in the Southeast. The company has for brands: Arrow Environmental Services in west and central Florida, Bug Out Service in north Florida, Skyline Pest Solutions in metro Atlanta and State Pest Control in central North Carolina. Environmental Pest Service continues to build on a family tradition established more than 100 years ago, guaranteeing customer satisfaction to the fullest extent.

environmentalpestservice.com

Gator Leader

Andrew Barrows, BSBA '06

Director of Mergers & Acquisitions

George D. Pickhardt, BSA ‘69, MSA ‘71, MSE ‘05

Chairman

Industry

Consumer Products and Services

Location

Sarasota, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 13

2016: Rank 8

Farrington Law is a boutique employment law firm that defends businesses in employment litigation and EEOC and Department of Labor investigations throughout the United States. Founded in 2003, the firm prides itself on hiring best-in-class talent in every role and providing outstanding legal representation and outstanding customer service to its clients.

No Website

Gator Leader

Danial Farrington, BA 94

Managing Partner

Industry

Legal Services

Location

Bethesda, MD

Years Honored

2018: Rank 44

2017: Rank 50

2016: Rank 69

FBC Mortgage, LLC (FBC) is a Top 20 National Mortgage Lender headquartered in Orlando, FL. FBC is licensed in 48 states and has over 1,000 team members nationwide. FBC specializes in residential mortgage lending through their retail and wholesale/correspondent channels and offers purchase, refinance, construction, and renovation loans. Their focus is on providing their customers and business partners with industry best practices and service. Many of the nation’s largest real estate firms and home builders rely on FBC for their mortgage needs, along with a large referral base of satisfied past customers.

fbchomeloads.com

Gator Leader

Robert Nunziata, BSBA '94

CEO

Industry

Financial Services

Location

Orlando, FL

Years Honored

2022: Rank 14

2018: Rank 28

2017: Rank 41

Front Street Commercial Real Estate Group is a boutique, full service, commercial real estate service firm offering its clients brokerage, leasing, property management, and insurance solutions. Front Street is headquartered in Gainesville, Florida with additional satellite offices in Ocala, Northeast Florida, Tallahassee and Orlando. We are INVESTED in our clients, the community and in the commercial real estate industry. At Front Street, we maximize our impact in the communities we serve through action and leadership.

frontstreet.net

Gator Leader

Nick Banks, BSBA ‘90

Managing Director

Industry

Real Estate

Location

Gainesville, FL

Years Honored

2019: Rank 52

2018: Rank 31

2017: Rank 32

2015: Rank 10

Global Financial Private Capital is an independently owned, SEC Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) whose goal is to restore investor trust and confidence in the financial system through the creation of client relationships based on full fiduciary disclosure and transparency of action. As President and Co-Founder, Geoff is responsible for leading the company’s strategy, financial planning operations and business units while working closely with the CEO to direct the vision of the company.

gf-pc.com

Gator Leader

Geoff Frazier, BSBA ‘89

President

Industry

Financial Services

Location

Sarasota, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 68

2016: Rank 20

Global Safety Management is a SaaS-based compliance company that is fundamentally changing the way companies handle chemical and product safety information. A three-time CCA winner, GSM provides solutions for SDS authoring, management and translation services.

gsmsds.com

Gator Leader

Julia MacGregor, MBA '12

CEO

Industry

Software

Location

Tampa, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 23

Green Design Construction & Development is an architectural, engineering and construction management firm specializing in light commercial facilities and custom residential homes. We are wholly owned by Florida Gators and in our 10th year of operations.

gdcflorida.com

Gator Leader

John Creswell, BS '81

Owner

Shaun Kogut, Alumnus

Owner

Industry

Construction & Design

Location

Stuart, FL

Years Honored

2021: Rank 67

2019: Rank 19

2017: Rank 81

Greenshades Software is an entrepreneurial-style software firm that develops electronic tax filing, tax forms, benefits, and HR and payroll-related business software for companies across the U.S. It distributes over 2 million W-2s for clients annually, and is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner.

greenshades.com

Gator Leader

Matthew Kane, MBA ‘06

Owner

Industry

Software

Location

Jacksonville Beach, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 91

2017: Rank 83

2015: Rank 97

Greg founded Greyson Technologies in 2010 and serves as its President and Chief Executive Officer. Greyson Technologies is one of Florida’s fastest-growing technology services companies, providing clients across Florida with Advanced Network, Data Center and Unified Communications Solutions that help build their businesses.

greyson.com

Gator Leader

Greg Nordone, BSBA ‘98

CEO & President

Industry

IT Services

Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 35

2016: Rank 74

Founded by Geoff and Susan Gaberino, Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals provides guest accommodations for beach vacations. We specialize in managing large family reunion sized homes and also design, build and decorate custom investment homes for investors. 

gsvacationrentals.com

Gator Leader

Geoff Gaberino, BSBR ‘84, MBA ‘88

Owner

Susan Gaberino, BSBA ‘86, MBA ‘88

Owner

Industry

Real Estate

Location

Gulf Shores, AL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 43

2015: Rank 81

Hall Architects is an award-winning, multi-disciplinary firm specializing in architecture, design, historic preservation and planning. Its public and private sector projects have been recognized with awards at the local, state and national levels. The firm was founded in 2004.

hallarchitects.com

Gator Leader

Gregory Hall, BDES '83, MARCH '86

President & Principal Architect

Eleana Hall, BSBA '92

CFO

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Sarasota, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 76

2017: Rank 54

As general contractors serving Florida and Georgia, High Mark Construction specializes in commercial construction and building remodels. Its team is invested in exceptional service and consulting throughout the process, with the goal to make the best use of clients’ space, curb ongoing costs and exceed expectations.

highmarkgc.com

Gator Leader

Tom Harl, BSBC ’98

President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Altamonte Springs, FL

Years Honored

2020: Rank 44

2019: Rank 56

2017: Rank 26

Founded in 1996 by father and son Robert J. and Joel Adams, Highland Homes was established with a foundation of quality, excellence and delivering satisfying home buying experiences. Highland Homes has built more than 7,000 homes and has the knowledge and experience to build quality new homes with customized features and affordable payments. Dedication, strong leadership and a commitment to our customers has made Highland Homes the largest privately owned home builder in central Florida

highlandhomes.org

Gator Leader

Robert Adams, BSBA ‘61

President

Industry

Construction & Design

Location

Lakeland, FL

Years Honored

2019: Rank 94

2017: Rank 69

2016: Rank 47

2015: Rank 73

Hyatt Survey is a full-service surveying and mapping firm located in Manatee County. They provide professional surveying & mapping services throughout the state of Florida. Hyatt Survey is a leader in the hydrographic survey industry in Florida, working on large scale projects such as the Kissimmee River Restoration and beach nourishment. Both owners graduated from the University of Florida with degrees in Geomatics. Russell Hyatt serves on the UF advisory board for the School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences as well as chairing the Geomatics Advisory Board.

hyatt-survey.com

Gator Leader

Pamela Hyatt, BS '90

President

Russell Hyatt, BS '90

Vice President

Industry

Other

Location

Bradenton, FL

Years Honored

2023: Rank 87

2022: Rank 87

2018: Rank 94

2017: Rank 82

#Other
#Bradenton
#FL
#2018
#2017
#2022
#2023

Jay is President and Founder of Hydro-Dyne Engineering, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of screening and grit removal equipment. HydroDyne’s solutions protect critical water and wastewater processes and environments through custom-engineered equipment that provide exceptional quality, performance and value.

hydro-dyne.com

Gator Leader

Jay R. Conroy, BABA ‘00, BSEN ‘00

President

Industry

Manufacturing

Location

Clearwater, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 94

2016: Rank 97

ImpactWindows.com is a full service distributer of windows, doors and closely related products and services. The company was founded to meet a need in the Florida construction industry after Jack, a Florida Certified General Contractor since 1988, realized early in his career the need to protect the building envelope with a quality window and door installation. Our goal is to provide high quality, cost effective services for our valued customers.

ImpactWindows.com

Gator Leader

John Miller, Jr., BDES '87, MBC '89

President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Key Largo, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 47

Infinite Energy is a Florida-based provider serving customers in five states, as well as wholesale customers in 22 states. It transports natural gas on pipelines and hubs throughout the U.S. and Canada. The company has been recognized as one of the best workplaces by Florida Trend, Outside and Inc. magazines.

infiniteenergy.com

Gator Leader

Darin Cook, BS ‘87

CEO

Industry

Energy

Location

Gainesville, FL

Years Honored

2020: Rank 91

2018: Rank 86

2017: Rank 49

2016: Rank 90

Founded in 2009 to acquire multi-family apartment properties in Florida, Insula Companies have acquired more than 6,000 units valued in excess of $500 million. The firm’s strategy is to acquire communities requiring cosmetic or substantial rehab as well as under-performing properties that may have management-induced problems.

insulacompanies.com

Gator Leader

Fred Cochran, MBA 03

President

Industry

Real Estate

Location

Sarasota, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 71

2017: Rank 59

InTec is a full service, multi-discipline company that provides comprehensive and technology-driven facility solutions. Through a blend of building, mechanical, electrical and facility automation, we optimize facility performance and improve our customers' bottom line. InTec serves healthcare, education, government, commercial and industrial clients throughout the United States.

intec360.com

Gator Leader

Louie Wise, III, BSBC ‘94

CEO

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Ocala, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 44

2015: Rank 93

Formerly Virtual Fleet Supervisor

Despite many failed attempts, Drew began a company called Virtual Fleet Supervisor in 2009, which would eventually change its name to InTouch GPS in late 2014. InTouch GPS is a commercial GPS Fleet Tracking provider serving organizations of all sizes and industries. The success of InTouch GPS has been a culmination of continuous hard work, wonderful timing and offering a solution which was experiencing tremendous market growth.

intouchgps.com

Gator Leader

Drew Sheahan, BSA ‘03

President & Partner

Industry

Software

Location

Lakeland, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 25

2016: Rank 80

2015: Rank 19

J Raymond is a mid-sized general contractor based in Central Florida. It specializes in commercial construction throughout the Southeast. Its experience includes retail, office, health care, non-profit and warehouse facilities. The firm has provided construction services for most of the major “big name” retailers and developers, and has supported over $160 million in annual revenue.

jray.com

Gator Leader

John Sofarelli, BBC ‘81

President & Owner

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Longwood, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 64

2017: Rank 71

2016: Rank 76

Jackson Orthodontics is a practice for children and adults. Its goals are to create beautiful smiles for all its patients and remain committed to strengthening the local community. Through excellent patient service and continually striving to improve, Jackson Orthodontics hopes to continue to be leader in orthodontics.

drjacksonsmiles.com

Gator Leader

Alfred Jackson, BSESS '01

Owner & Orthodontist

Industry

Health

Location

Charlotte, NC

Years Honored

2020: Rank 94

2019: Rank 55

2018: Rank 57

2017: Rank 60

Family-owned and operated, Jaguar Power Sports provides the latest and best in power sports products to make outdoor living more enjoyable. Founded in 2008 with roots in a flea market store, it has since grown to be one of the leading power sports companies in the South. Jaguar Power Sports’ dedicated employees and loyal customers are the foundation of the company and allow it to continue to grow and exceed annual goals.

jaguarpowersports.com

Gator Leader

Shaun Jackrel, BSA ‘10

Owner

Industry

Consumer Products and Services

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 35

2017: Rank 16

2016: Rank 31

Jimerson Birr is a Florida-based business law firm with worldwide reach that seeks to exceed client expectations through a commitment to excellence and by adding value to their businesses. The firm concentrates its efforts in providing the highest level of legal services for clients across a variety of industries, including construction, banking and financial services, manufacturing and distribution, healthcare, real estate development, and community associations.

jimersonfirm.com

Gator Leader

Charles Jimerson, JD ’05

Founder/Managing Shareholder

James Birr, III, JD ’00

Shareholder Partner

Industry

Legal Services

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2021: Rank 75

2018: Rank 65

2017: Rank 37

2015: Rank 62

For over 35 years we have helped lead the way in the Central Florida construction industry by tackling innovative projects, building lasting relationships and exceeding client expectations. From the installation of temporary office trailers to building the iconic Universal Studios Archway and Globe, JK2 has worked on all types of projects no matter the size. We have a proven track record of operating within demanding site conditions and providing logistical support to ensure workplace safety and minimize disruption to your business. Our reputation extends nationally, with JK2 projects completed in Florida, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Georgia, and North Carolina.

jk2.com

Gator Leader

Paul Holmes, BSBA ’76

President

Rick Amundson, BS ’84

President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Apopka, FL

Years Honored

2020: Rank 61

2019: Rank 85

2017: Rank 45

2016: Rank 72

#ConstructionandDesign
#Apopka
#FL
#2020
#2016
#2019
#2017
#2024

Founded in 2005, KAST Construction Company is a general contracting company based in West Palm Beach, with offices in Tampa and Miami. KAST is one of Florida’s largest contractors and ranked nationally by ENR Magazine as the 170th largest contractor. KAST is diversified geographically and by market sector, focusing on large complex projects in the hospitality, residential, educational, senior living, private club and municipal sectors.

kastbuild.com

Gator Leader

Mike Neal, BBC '79

CEO

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

West Palm Beach, FL

Years Honored

2019: Rank 62

2018: Rank 36

2017: Rank 17

From humble beginnings in 1989, Kaufman Lynn Construction has grown to be the 35th largest general contractor in the Southeast and the 345th largest contractor in the United States, as ranked by ENR. Servicing a wide range of market sectors, Kaufman Lynn is one of Florida's fastest growing companies and is a Florida Trend "Best Companies to Work for."

kaufmanlynn.com

Gator Leader

Michael Kaufman, BBC ‘81

President & CEO

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 74

2015: Rank 60

Kennetic is a corporate film crew. It focuses on capturing authentic stories and beautiful visuals that bring organizational passion to life.

kenneticproductions.com

Gator Leader

Christopher Kennelly, BSTEL ’03

CEO

Industry

Advertising and Marketing

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2020: Rank 98

2017: Rank 63

Knight Pest Control, Inc., was established in 2007 by its co-founder Randy, a man quite familiar with entrepreneurship in the agricultural sector. Prior to his current venture, Randy was Founder of Florahome Pest Control and Florida Residex. Knight Pest Control provides pest control, termite control and lawn care for homes and businesses in the Tampa Bay area.

knightpest.com

Gator Leader

Randy Stout, BSA ‘79, MAG ‘80

Entomologist & VP

Industry

Environmental Services

Location

Port Richey, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 86

2016: Rank 81

Kris Darby Flooring & Interiors, Inc. is a professional residential flooring installation company. We service a broad range of customers in Georgia, Florida and Alabama, including the second-largest home improvement retailer in the country.

krisdarby.com

Gator Leader

Michael Walser, BA ‘92

President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Suwanee, GA

Years Honored

2017: Rank 28

2016: Rank 28

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice in a national practice dedicated exclusively to in-home end of life care for pets. We believe all pets and their families deserve the most compassionate and supportive end of life experience. Our nationwide network of veterinarians help pets and their parents with quality of life assessments, pain and anxiety management, end of life consultations, and peaceful euthanasia in the comfort of their pet's favorite place - home.

LapofLove.com

Gator Leader

Dani McVety, BSA ’04, DVM ’09

CEO and Founder

Mary Gardner, DVM ’08

CIO and Co-Founder

Industry

Other

Location

Lutz, FL

Years Honored

2023: Rank 24

2022: Rank 61

2021: Rank 87

2020: Rank 19

2019: Rank 11

2018: Rank 19

2017: Rank 76

2016: Rank 45

2015: Rank 29

#Lutz
#FL
#2020
#2015
#Other
#2016
#2019
#2018
#2017
#2021
#2022
#2023

LeadingAgile LLC was formed with the vision of helping larger, more complex organizations throughout North America achieve better business outcomes through the systematic application of agile delivery methods across an entire organization. The company provides a discreet consulting perspective and facilitates its consulting process by providing a unique blend of service offerings designed to help clients define, implement and sustain their agile transformation.

leadingagile.com

Gator Leader

Mike Cottmeyer, BSCEN ’93

CEO

Industry

IT Services

Location

Duluth, GA

Years Honored

2022: Rank 66

2021: Rank 25

2020: Rank 66

2018: Rank 74

2017: Rank 53

2016: Rank 3

LeavenLaw is an AV® Preeminent™ rated law firm that is recognized as a top-rated firm in the State of Florida by one of the oldest and prestigious attorney rating services, Martindale-Hubbell®. Tracing its ancestral roots back to two other Gator lawyers, the late Honorable C. Richard Leavengood and the late Richard T. Leavengood, LeavenLaw and its founder and CEO Ian Richard Leavengood, are experienced trial litigators in both State and Federal Court. LeavenLaw and its attorneys are dedicated to helping its clients in a diversity of contexts, including bankruptcy law, consumer law, and creditor harassment, class actions, credit reporting, mortgage foreclosure and collection defence, as well as in workers compensation, personal injury, and criminal law matters. Our mission is to provide unparalleled client service to Florida's consumers by thoroughly understanding its clients' needs, and providing compassionate, personalize, accurate and affordable representation.

leavenlaw.com

Gator Leader

Ian R. Leavengood, BSAC '95, MACC '95, JD '00

Managing Shareholder

Industry

Legal Services

Location

Saint Petersburg, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 99

Mad Dog Mail, founded in 2005, is a political consulting firm that specializes in direct mail for Democratic candidates and progressive causes. Mad Dog has offices in Fernandina Beach, FL and Denver, CO. The firm helped regain Democratic control of the Colorado House, the Nevada House and Senate and in 2015 helped elect Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards.

maddogmail.com

Gator Leader

Jon Anderson, MA '97

Founder & President

Kim Anderson, BSJ '94, MAMC '97

COO

Industry

Other

Location

Fernandina Beach, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 67

MCCi empowers its clients to reach new levels of efficiency and innovation by leveraging its expertise content and business process management technology and expertise. On a national basis, MCCi has helped over 800 clients go paperless, improve business processes, and manage their documents and information.

mccinnovations.com

Gator Leader

Donny Barstow, MBA '05

President

Industry

Software

Location

Tallahassee, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 85

McKenzie Construction is a professional and proven full-service general construction management contractor. It specializes in luxury residential and commercial projects in the Miami area. The McKenzie Construction team consists of project managers, superintendents and skilled tradesmen who execute quality control on all finished product. McKenzie Construction manages our subcontractors to deliver our clients’ sustainable and high-performance designs through an efficient construction process.

buildmckenzie.com

Gator Leader

Gavin McKenzie, BA ‘03

CEO

Industry

Construction & Design

Location

Miami, FL

Years Honored

2019: Rank 58

2017: Rank 19

2016: Rank 19

Medical Care Alert provides personal emergency response systems to senior citizens in all 50 states. Its life-saving “Help At The Push Of A Button” service allows seniors to live independently, knowing they can get assistance when they need it. Medical Care Alert is nationally recognized with A+ BBB rating.

medicalcarealert.com

Gator Leader

Bryan Stapp, BSBA 84

President

Industry

Security

Location

Northville, MI

Years Honored

2019: Rank 48

2018: Rank 68

2017: Rank 88

Member Benefits is a full-service insurance and financial services organization specializing in third-party administration of professional affinity groups, associations and franchise member benefit programs. It supports clients by providing customized insurance products and employee benefit plans to individual members and small employers.

memberbenefits.com

Gator Leader

Nicklaus Trefry, BABA ‘01

CEO

Industry

Insurance

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2023: Rank 100

2019: Rank 87

2017: Rank 24

2016: Rank 17

#Jacksonville
#FL
#Insurance
#2016
#2017
#2019
#2023 

Since 1973, Miller Construction Company has completed more than 500 commercial projects and received more than 500 awards for quality construction. They’ve built their company on outstanding quality with business practices that give clients peace of mind. The service they deliver to their clients from preconstruction until the time they deliver the keys is unrivaled in the construction industry. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, FL with a Central Florida office in Orlando, Miller serves sectors throughout Florida, including office, industrial, manufacturing & distribution, retail, healthcare, higher education, and hospitality.

millerconstruction.com

Gator Leader

Harley Miller, BBC '69

CEO

Brian Sudduth, BSBC '00

President

Industry

Construction & Design

Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Years Honored

2022: Rank 58

2021: Rank 46

2017: Rank 20

2016: Rank 11

Moss is a national construction management company providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects across the United States. A family business, forged on longstanding relationships and unwavering trust, they put their world-class experience and entrepreneurial spirit to work across all areas of construction management, general contracting, design-build and public-private partnerships.

mosscm.com

Gator Leader

Scott R. Moss, BBC ‘96

President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Years Honored

2022: Rank 84

2018: Rank 29

2017: Rank 36

2016: Rank 91

NuJak Companies is one of the leading full-service, minority-certified, commercial construction companies in Florida. With offices in North, Central, South and Southwest Florida, the company specializes in providing pre- construction, construction management, design-build and general contracting services to clients in the K-12 and higher education, government, health care, religious, industrial and warehouse, recreational, and commercial and retail industries.

nujak.com

Gator Leader

Frank Kendrick, BBC 89

President & CEO

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Lakeland, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 2

2017: Rank 6

OpenJAUS provides interoperability support for the U.S. Army and Navy’s Unmanned Ground Vehicle market. To-date, OpenJAUS software has been deployed by dozens of customers in a variety of military programs.

openjaus.com

Gator Leader

Daniel Kent

President

Thomas Galluzzo

Co-Founder

Nicholas Johnson

CTO

Jack Gillespie

VP of Business Development

Industry

Engineering

Location

Longwood, FL

Years Honored

2020: Rank 51

2017: Rank 42

Orange and Blue Construction was founded in May 2000, and is primarily engaged in the construction of apartment buildings out of poured-in-place concrete. Using a process that incorporates steel forms to support ready mix concrete that rapidly cures, this tunnel form process allows for a structurally-stable shell to be built with a consistent construction schedule. The resulting structure offers speed of construction, fire resistance and hurricane resistance. Orange and Blue is built upon a reputation of quality, integrity and employee safety. The company does work throughout Florida.

oandbconstruction.net

Gator Leader

William Randle, Jr., Alumnus

Owner & CEO

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 11

2016: Rank 2

2015: Rank 20

#BocaRaton
#FL
#2016
#2015

Orangetheory Fitness is an innovative fitness franchise. Long, the company’s Founder, grew his pilot location in Fort Lauderdale before franchising. Orangetheory’s claim to fame is its fitness method based around EPOC, or Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption. Participants are encouraged to push their limits and stay in the “orange zone” to continue burning calories long after their workout is over. When Long built his business, his goal was to keep his stores small, convenient, and inviting to encourage a friendly, team-oriented environment unlike the major fitness gyms.

orangetheory.com

Gator Leader

Dave Long, BHS ‘00, MSM ‘01

Founding Partner & CEO

Industry

Other

Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Years Honored

2019: Rank 12

2017: Rank 5

2016: Rank 1

Palmer Kent Associates is a premier attorney recruiting, legal talent management and law firm marketing firm. Founded in 1996, we built our firm on our experience, knowledge and passion to support corporate legal departments and law firms, build outstanding teams and help lawyers and legal professionals follow their career ambitions.

palmerkent.com

Gator Leader

Doug Horn, BS ‘88

Co-Managing Director

Alyssa Lerner, BS ‘85

Co-Managing Director

Industry

Human Resources

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 57

2016: Rank 71

Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors is a privately owned civil contracting firm. It performs work in the public and private market and specializes in clearing, grading, underground utility and roadway construction.

petticoatschmitt.com

Gator Leader

Ryan Schmitt, BA ‘99

President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 62

2017: Rank 10

2016: Rank 26

Founded by UF students in 2000, Postal Solutions offers mail delivery management services for over 80,000 student housing residents per day, proprietary online package logging software, and monitored package rooms and electronic package locker systems coast-to-coast.

mailandpackages.com

Gator Leader

Craig Meddin BA ’01

CEO

Industry

Other

Location

Orlando, FL

Years Honored

2020: Rank 45

2018: Rank 63

2017: Rank 98

2016: Rank 89

Primus Builders, Inc. is a design-build firm headquartered in Woodstock, GA that has steadily grown into a team of more than 100 employees with annual sales over $200 million. The company has been recognized by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Engineering News Record and the Design-Build Institute of America for exceptional design-build services.

primusbuilders.com

Gator Leader

Erik Gunderson, BSBC '94

Executive Vice President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Woodstock, GA

Years Honored

2017: Rank 30

ProctorU provides a full suite of online proctoring and identity management solutions for education, professional development and certification organizations. With patented, 24/7 on-demand live proctoring and an automated platform utilizing artificial intelligence, ProctorU increases access to online learning while ensuring exam integrity and accountability for any test-taker using only a computer, webcam and high-speed internet connection. With 4 million exams proctored since 2008, brands like the University of Florida and CompTIA trust ProctorU.

proctoru.com

Gator Leader

Matthew Jaeh, BS ‘05

CTO

Jarrod Morgan, Alumnus

Strategy Officer

Industry

Other

Location

Birmingham, AL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 95

2017: Rank 15

2016: Rank 5

2015: Rank 8

Michael Mosseri is the cofounder and CTO of Profit.ly, a social website for traders. Over 110,000 users have posted 1,262,789 trades representing $125 million in profits. Profit.ly serves to create a public track record for both the industry and students. Traders can learn from proven teachers, share ideas, and interact through the site.

profit.ly

Gator Leader

Micheal Mosseri, BSCEN '01

CTO

Industry

Financial Services

Location

Miami, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 62

RAPiD Genomics provides DNA genotyping and data analysis solutions for applications in agriculture and livestock industries. Its data analysis solutions include bioinformatics services and genetic analyses comprising genetic mapping. The company provides services, library preparation, probe design for sequence and exome capture, and ultra-conserved elements targeted sequencing. RAPiD Genomics also provides NGS diagnostics to multinational pharmaceutical companies for the detection of viral infections and vaccines.

rapid-genomics.com

Gator Leader

Marcio Resende, PhD 14

CEO

Leandro Neves, PhD 13

Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer

Industry

Biotechnology

Location

Gainesville, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 40

2017: Rank 55

As a full-service general contractor, RB Marks Construction, Inc. specializes in commercial, industrial and retail markets. Our services include pre-construction, construction management, general contracting and design-build delivery. Clients are our top priority, and since 2004 we have provided them with unique ideas and innovative cost-saving solutions for all their construction needs.

rbmarks.com

Gator Leader

Russell Cammack BSBC ’96

CFO

Mark Zaremskas BSBC ’96

COO

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Winter Springs, FL

Years Honored

2021: Rank 69

2020: Rank 54

2017: Rank 48

2016: Rank 77

Red Apples Media is Central Florida's most honored video production and marketing company. For more than eight years, Red Apples Media has been providing the highest quality video production content and marketing strategies for a wide variety of clients. Red Apples Media is driven by its "core values," proudly displayed on its website.

redapplesmedia.com

Gator Leader

Marc Robertz-Schwartz, BSTEL ‘89

President

Industry

Advertising and Marketing

Location

Leesburg, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 89

2016: Rank 48

Rhyme & Reason Design helps build brand champions by creating designs and strategic solutions for clients that successfully reflect their unique company culture. Behind every beautiful design is a smart idea, and Rhyme & Reason Design believes that you can’t have one without the other. Whether a small business, a big city or a national Greek organization, the company makes sure the brand is the perfect combination of both.

rhymeandreasondesign.com

Gator Leader

Karen McKenzie, BFAGR ‘06

Co-Founder & Creative Director

Scarlett Rosier, BSADV ‘05, MSADV ‘05

Co-Founder & Director of Operations

Industry

Advertising and Marketing

Location

Atlanta, GA

Years Honored

2018: Rank 61

2017: Rank 91

2016: Rank 84

Reggie is Founder and CEO of seven companies, including Rhythm Engineering LLC, empowering traffic engineers to save lives, save time, and save the environment through cost-effective, innovative traffic solutions. Its flagship product, In|Sync™, is a real-time adaptive traffic control system that enables traffic signals to immediately adapt to traffic demand, reducing accidents up to 30 percent, cutting travel times up to 50 percent and reducing fuel consumption and emissions 20-30 percent.

rhythmtraffic.com

Gator Leader

Reggie Chandra, ME ‘93

CEO

Industry

Engineering

Location

Lenexa, KS

Years Honored

2017: Rank 75

2016: Rank 62

Chris joined Ripa & Associates in 2005 and is President of the company. Ripa & Associates is a leader in civil and utility construction services in Central Florida. Since its founding in 1998, the company has been consistently ranked in the Top 100 Private Companies in the Tampa Bay area, as well as the State of Florida.

ripaconstruction.com

Gator Leader

Chris LaFace, BSBA ‘05

President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Tampa, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 79

2016: Rank 22

RotoGrinders is the leading community and content provider for Daily Fantasy Sports. RotoGrinders provides fantasy sports fans with strategy, research and community content, such as SiriusXM radio shows, online TV shows, research tools, articles and more. RotoGrinders has 25-plus employees in Nashville and over 130 working throughout North America. RotoGrinders was named the best news and analysis site in daily fantasy sports.

rotogrinders.com

Gator Leader

Cameron MacMillan, BSAC 07, MS 09

Co-Founder & COO

Industry

Media

Location

Nashville, TN

Years Honored

2018: Rank 26

2017: Rank 3

Founded in 2010, SKY Facial Plastic Surgery has built its reputation on impressive results that look incredibly natural. SKY specializes in the face & neck only and operates out of its own fully accredited private surgical center. Repeatedly voted the Best in San Diego, SKY attracts patients from around the world for its custom surgical procedures.

skyfacialplasticsurgery.com

Gator Leader

Amber N. Yoo, BABA 04, MBA 10

Vice President

Industry

Health

Location

San Diego, CA

Years Honored

2019: Rank 47

2018: Rank 24

2017: Rank 34

SMS Capital Group is a residential real estate investment firm specializing in the rehabilitation and construction of residential homes in Northeast Florida. Since 2011, our company has acquired and sold over 200 properties that were acquired, improved upon and sold in the marketplace. Our success stems from the procurement of homes that fit a strict purchasing and exit criteria.

marinerwealthadvisors.com

Gator Leader

Sean Shapiro, BABA '10

President

Industry

Real Estate

Location

Jacksonville Beach, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 87

Social News Desk is the leading provider of social media management software for newsrooms. The company was founded by journalists, for journalists. Today, more than 2,500 newsrooms worldwide use the Social News Desk software suite to manage, distribute, secure, display and monetize social media.

socialnewsdesk.com

Gator Leader

Kim Wilson, BSTEL 02

President & Founder

Industry

Media

Location

Atlanta, GA

Years Honored

2019: Rank 31

2018: Rank 11

2017: Rank 51

2016: Rank 14

SSP Innovations implements and integrates the full suite of Esri and SSP ActiveGIS products. Our focus is more than deploying your software. We work with you to assess your needs and then craft a solution that best fits your scenario. We do this based on a combined 400+ years of industry experience and award-winning services across our customer base focused on utilities, telcos, and pipeline operations of all sizes.

sspinnovations.com

Gator Leader

Skye Perry, BS ’00

Owner, Founder, & Chairman of the Board

Industry

Software

Location

Centennial, CO

Years Honored

2023: Rank 26

2022: Rank 26

2021: Rank 26

2020: Rank 93

2018: Rank 55

2017: Rank 39

2016: Rank 29

2015: Rank 45

#Centennial
#CO
#2015
#2016
#2020
#Software
#2018
#2017
#2021​
#2022
#2023#2022

Chris Lahey and Chris Olberding are the Co-Founders at the digital agency Station Four, recently named the sixth-fastest growing company in Northeast Florida by the Jacksonville Business Journal. Station Four creates competitive advantages for its clients by utilizing the latest technologies in the generation and execution of marketing strategies.

stationfour.com

Gator Leader

Chris Lahey, BS ‘04

Co-Founder & Development Partner

Chris Olberding, BA ‘04

Co-Founder & Creative Partner

Industry

Advertising and Marketing

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 18

2016: Rank 9

Founded in February 2011, Stony Point, a Salesforce consulting partner and Salesforce ISV partner, has rapidly become a leader in promoting Salesforce adoption. Stony Point offers productivity applications, consulting, training and recruiting services throughout the world with a focus on helping clients recognize a high rate of return on their investment in Salesforce.

stonyp.com

Gator Leader

Steve Wasula, BA '94

Founder & President

Industry

IT Services

Location

Winter Park, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 52

Study Edge provides customizable online learning support for students and education professionals in K-12, colleges, universities and state governments. Our tools include engaging videos, study guides, practice problems, and web and mobile apps, as well as one-on-one tutoring online and in person. Our free Algebra Nation/Math Nation platform enables students in New York City and four states to meet state standards in math. Thanks to Study Edge, more than 1 million students have achieved their academic goals.

studyedge.com

Gator Leader

Ethan Fieldman, BSBA ‘03

President

Industry

Education

Location

Gainesville, FL

Years Honored

2019: Rank 63

2018: Rank 51

2017: Rank 61

2016: Rank 35

2015: Rank 17

Swampfox specializes in call center automation, and is the software automating company for many of the largest cable, energy and heath care companies in the United States. It offers packaged, customer and hosted solutions and service. The company was founded in 2009 with no external investment.

swampfoxinc.com

Gator Leader

Bob Cooper, BSEE ‘85, MS ‘87

CEO

Industry

Software

Location

Columbia, SC

Years Honored

2018: Rank 57

2017: Rank 97

2015: Rank 65

Tallience specializes in staffing tech jobs at major companies, including Deloitte, Monstrer.com and Booz Allen Hamilton. Since its founding in 2010, Tallience has grown from three people to nearly 30 employees across the country. In just five years, their revenue has grown to over $4.5 million and helped employ thousands of people in the tech space.

tallience.com

Gator Leader

Greg Nacron, BA '06

Co-Founder & CEO

Tyler Tejeda, Alumnus

Director of Client Services

Jason Walkow, BS '06

Co-Founder & President

Industry

IT Services

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 73

Founded in 2008, The Bowman Law Firm specializes in conducting due diligence on alternative investment products for its broker/dealer and investment adviser clients.

bowman-law.net

Gator Leader

Catherine Bowman, BSBA ‘93

Founder & Partner

Industry

Legal Services

Location

McEwen, TN

Years Honored

2018: Rank 72

2017: Rank 21

2016: Rank 12

2015: Rank 28

The HCI Group offers healthcare IT consulting and technology solutions. Committed to improving healthcare, HCI’s vision is to transform the industry in the adoption of digital technology. Headquartered in Jacksonville, and international headquarters in the United Kingdom, HCI offers a broad scope of healthcare IT solutions in more than 15 countries.

thehcigroup.com

Gator Leader

Richard Caplin, BSAC ‘05, MACC ‘05

CEO

Industry

Health

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2020: Rank 48

2017: Rank 46

2016: Rank 21

2015: Rank 6

Veteran Energy began in 2010 with the idea of making electricity service something special. It provides electricity for homes and businesses throughout Texas, and gives back a portion of each customer’s bill to the veteran support organization of their choice. It also works with Affinity Partners to provide resources where they’re needed most.

veteranenergy.us

Gator Leader

Darin Cook, BS 87

CEO

Industry

Energy

Location

Gainesville, FL

Years Honored

2019: Rank 54

2018: Rank 5

2017: Rank 8

Founded in 2008, Victory Tailgate is the largest manufacturer of custom tailgate games in the United States. Victory Tailgate prides itself in its products having the highest standards of quality and durability. All Victory Tailgate tailgate games are 100 percent designed, manufactured and shipped from the company’s Orlando facility. Victory Tailgate is a licensed partner with over 600 colleges, major professional sports leagues and numerous iconic brands."

victorytailgate.com

Gator Leader

Scott Sims, BSBA ‘97

Founder & CEO

Industry

Manufacturing

Location

Orlando, FL

Years Honored

2018: Rank 54

2017: Rank 31

2016: Rank 18

2015: Rank 25

Founded in 2009, We Insure is an insurance company formed by agents for agents. After years of building relationships with top insurance companies, Phil Visali envisioned a new and better way for agents to gain market access. Once he secured multiple carrier relationships, he saw the need for full back-end support. We Insure then developed a revolutionary support system that allows its agents to focus on what they do best: sell insurance.

weinsuregroup.com

Gator Leader

Philip Visali, CALS, 1997

CEO

Industry

Insurance

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2019: Rank 90

2017: Rank 70

2016: Rank 10

David is president of WGI, the firm founded by his family in 1972. He easily stepped into the role, having a lifetime of understanding the intricacies of running a multi-discipline consulting firm built on a strong set of values that call for spearheading the balance between exceeding the expectations of clients while cultivating the talents of WGI's professionals. Taking the helm of WGI in 2005, David's focus is on the organic growth and strategic acquisitions. He is passionate about the firm's culture and opportunities as he leads WGI's 350 associates into the future. In 2016, WGI was ranked #253 on the ENR's list of the Top 500 Design Firms in the world based on annual revenues.

wginc.com

Gator Leader

David Wantman, BSCE '90

President

Industry

Engineering

Location

West Palm Beach, FL

Years Honored

2017: Rank 29