EVERY ADVENTURE IS A NEW & UNIQUE STORY

 And our collection of exceptionally handpicked homes, paired with personalized luxury services in the most prestigious mountain playgrounds, are inspiration for volumes of exceptional stories.

Offering personalized property management services, a bespoke, luxury vacation rental portfolio, & true concierge service with the goal of delivering five-star services and perfectly customized experiences for our guests and owners, Abode Luxury Rentals is a truly unique company.

With Abode Luxury Rentals, the world’s most discerning clients have unlocked unparalleled access to luxury sanctuaries and remarkable experiences to savor for a lifetime, connected by a profound understanding that time is a finite resource with unlimited value. Our purpose is to help you make the very most of every moment.

http://AbodeLuxuryRentals.com

Gator Leader

Rob Alday, BA ‘03

Owner

Industry

Travel and Hospitality

Location

Park City, UT

Years Honored

2024: Rank 100

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

Absolute Numbers is an accounting management firm serving as dedicated staff accountants and financial advisors for small business owners. Together they develop the financial infrastructure, support, planning, and management that guides their clients’ businesses to success. They work with a variety of small businesses across industries including food & beverage, retail, services, manufacturing, e-commerce, etc., with a specialization in craft beverage manufacturing.

absolutenumbers.com

Gator Leader

Carolyn Jones, BA ’94

CEO/Founder

Industry

Financial Services

Location

Santa Rosa, CA

Years Honored

2025: Rank 42

2024: Rank 62

2023: Rank 80

2022: Rank 92

#2022
#FinancialServices 
#CA
#2023

#2024

#2025

AgAmerica is one of the leading alternative land financing companies in the U.S. We specialize in agricultural real estate and provide a spectrum of flexible financing solutions that can be customized and adapted to meet the changing needs of farmers, ranchers, and rural landowners across the nation.

agamerica.com

Gator Leader

Brian Philpot, JD '97

CEO

Industry

Financial Services

Location

Lakeland, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 89

2022: Rank 37

2021: Rank 30

#FinancialServices
#Lakeland
#FL
#2021
#2022

#2024

Albu & Associates is a certified minority-owned general contractor and construction manager with headquarters in Central Florida and a satellite office in South Florida. The company was founded in 2001 by George E. Albu, an immigrant from Brazil, and his two sons were hired to help run the company. In 2011, George retired and his sons, Jason and Andrew, took over the company. The firm works in both the public and private sectors building commercial and institutional projects.

http://www.albu.biz/

Gator Leader

Jason Albu, BSR ’99

Co-Chairman/Owner

AndrewAlbu, BS ’00

Co-Chairman/Owner

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Orlando, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 30

#ConstructionandDesign
#Orlando
#Florida
#2024

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

2024: Rank 12

2017: Rank 78

#Health
#Delray Beach
#FL
#2017

#2024
#BocaRaton

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

2024: Rank 77

#Health
#FL

#2024

#Naples

Anac Global Realty is comprised of industry leaders in the South Florida and International Real Estate markets. With a relentless work ethic and uncompromising standards, Anac Global Realty is structured in a way to simplify the client buying and selling experience. Years of experience and invaluable industry relationships have secured an ever-growing repeat clientele base. We are at the forefront of the ever-changing real estate market.

http://www.anacglobal.com/

Gator Leader

Sarkis Anac, BS ‘08

President

Industry

Real Estate

Location

Miami, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 69

2015: Rank 57

#Miami
#FL
#2015
#Financial Services
#2024

#RealEstate

Apollo Medical Transport, a trusted leader in Non-Emergency Medical Transportation, has quickly become a lifeline for Sarasota-Manatee area's healthcare community. With a commitment to exceptional service and safety, Apollo Medical Transport partners with renowned institutions like Sarasota Memorial Hospital to ensure seamless, compassionate transport for patients in need. Founded on a dedication to quality, Apollo Medical Transport, has set a new standard in NEMT transportation. This commitment to excellence has fueled our rapid growth, allowing us to achieve a successful multi-million dollar business model while at the same time supporting our communities through donation events, hurricane evacuations, and healthcare partnerships.

www.apollomedicaltransport.com

Gator Leader

Steven Bailey, BS ’13

Owner

Industry

Health

Location

Sarasota, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 47

2024: Rank 45

2023: Rank 49

2022: Rank 34

#Health
#Sarasota
#FL
#2022
#2023 

#2024

#2025

Athlete's Thread is a leader in the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) merchandise space, offering student-athletes a platform to create and distribute custom apparel. Focused on empowering athletes, we partner with top universities and athletes nationwide, helping them build personal brands through high-quality merchandise. Our commitment to creativity and authenticity has led to partnerships with major retailers like Follett, Fanatics, Dick's Sporting Goods, Rally House, and Amazon.

Founded with a mission to elevate student-athletes, Athlete's Thread provides an innovative solution for athletes to generate revenue while enhancing fan engagement. By merging cutting-edge design with athlete-driven products, we continue to shape the future of NIL merchandise.

Our Story: From Threadly to Athlete's Thread Athlete's Thread was originally known as Threadly, a company that owned two successful brands: Greek House and College Thread. Greek House became a leader in custom apparel for Greek organizations, while College Thread catered to the collegiate market with a wide range of personalized products.

Recently, Greek House and College Thread were acquired by University Tees, a leading provider in the custom apparel space. This acquisition has allowed Athlete's Thread to focus exclusively on expanding our NIL offerings. Partnering with University Tees has provided enhanced resources, helping us solidify our position as a major player in the NIL marketplace.

http://www.athletesthread.com/

Gator Leader

Karthik Shanadi, BS ’14

Co-Founder/CEO

Luke McGurrin, BSBA ’14

Co-Founder/CEO

Ian Collins, BSAC ’14, MACC '14

Industry

Consumer Products and Services

Location

New York, NY

Years Honored

2025: Rank 80

2024: Rank 86

2023: Rank 63

2022: Rank 98

2021: Rank 43

2020: Rank 25

2019: Rank 3

#CA
#2020
#2019
#2021

#ConsumerProductsandServices
#2022

#2023
#2024

#2025
#NewYork

Founded in 2001, Atlantic Logistics provides drayage, transload, truckload and specialized service throughout the United States and Canada. We utilize our transportation and warehousing network to increase customer buying power.

You name it, we haul it.

shipatlantic.com

Gator Leader

Robert Hooper, BA ‘91

CEO

Industry

Business Products and Services

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 42

2015: Rank 76

#2015
#Jacksonville
#FL
#BusinessProductsandServices
#2024

Bearbottom Clothing aims to be the go-to online men’s apparel brand for everyday comfort. The brand’s casual and active wear collections are designed with an emphasis on versatility, fit, and value. Leveraging a buy-one-give-one model, Bearbottom has donated hundreds of thousands of children’s shorts and school meals to garment-producing regions in India and Bangladesh.

bearbottomclothing.com

Gator Leader

Robert Felder, BS '16

Founder/CEO

Josh Firestone, BS '18

CMO

Megan Simon, BSBA '16

COO

Industry

Consumer Products and Services

Location

Clearwater, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 29

2023: Rank 3

2022: Rank 2

2021: Rank 21

#ConsumerProductsandServices
#Clearwater
#FL
#2021
#2022
#2023 

#2024

Bilu Law, P.A. is a forward-thinking, client-centric, boutique law firm with a focus in Real Estate Litigation, Real Estate Transactions (Commercial and Residential), Asset Protection, Business Bankruptcy, Personal Bankruptcy, Business Disputes & Litigation, Civil Litigation, Insurance Claim Litigation, Corporate General Counsel, Probate, Wills, and Trusts for almost 20 years. In a relatively short time period, the firm has established itself as a major player in civil litigation representing an array of conglomerates, investors and individuals throughout the United States as well as internationally in the United Kingdom, Israel, Canada, Mexico, Central America and South America. At the helm of the firm are proud Gators Ron S. Bilu, Founder & Managing Partner, and Nicholas G. Rossoletti, Managing Partner - Miami Office & Head of Litigation for the firm. Ron is a three-time Gator, graduating Summa Cum Laude from UF's College of Journalism (BS 98), obtaining a Masters of Science in Business Management (MSM 01), as well as his Juris Doctor from UF's Fredric G. Levin College of Law (JD 02). Nicholas graduated from UF's esteemed College of Journalism as well, with a degree in Telecommunications (BS 04) and obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Miami (JD 07). With a combined 35 years of experience as members of the Florida Bar, they have carved out a rare niche as one of the few Real Estate Transactional law firms that also have a robust Real Estate litigation practice. The firm acts as General Counsel for scores of conglomerates as well as small businesses, and has been fortunate enough to procure high stakes litigation verdicts in many complex business litigation cases. They are known for their aggressiveness and out-of-the-box thinking to create legal solutions to even the most complicated of business disputes. The firm has an Asset Protection Practice Group created to assist its clients with their wills, trusts and asset protection needs. The firm has received many awards and honors. Martindale Hubbell awarded them with the Client Champion Award, Mr. Bilu has been recognized as Super Lawyer for the last five years in a row (2019 - 2023) and as a Super Lawyers Florida Rising Star seven times (2012-2018). The firm has been named to America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators, America's Top 100 Civil Defense Litigators, America's Top 100 Bet-The-Company Litigators, selected for inclusion in the Top Up & Comers by the South Florida Legal Guide for multiple years, has been named among the 10 Best Attorneys in litigation, lawsuits and disputes by the American Institute of Legal Counsel (2016-2018), and has been recognized as a Lawyer of Distinction reserved for the top 10% of lawyers nationally. They are proud to have a 10.0 rating on Avvo. The members of the firm are proud to serve their community and beloved charities with intense compassion. They have proudly supported both local and national charities close to their hearts including Nicklaus Children's Hospital, Joe DiMaggio's Children's Hospital, Big League Impact, The Children's Miracle Network, Susan G. Komen Race for The Cure to End Breast Cancer, Chabad of Parkland, the Alzheimer's Association, and the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

http://bilulaw.com/

Gator Leader

Ron Bilu, BS '98, MSM ’02, JD ‘02

Founder/Managing Partner

Nicholas Rossoletti, BS '04

Managing Partner - Miami Office/ Head of Litigation

Industry

Legal Services

Location

Pompano Beach, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 70

#2024

We are an established and quickly growing five-time Inc. 5000 company that specializes in manufacturing and distributing power sport products, with a major focus on the electric vehicle field. Our company is primarily wholesale-driven, with dealerships and end-users around the globe using our products. Our main products include golf carts, motor scooters, mopeds, electric bicycles, and go-karts. We have been in business for twenty-three years and our headquarters have been located in Charleston, SC since 2015, after relocating our company up from Gainesville, Florida.

At Bintelli, we work hard, yet like to have fun together as well. Our leadership team focuses on assisting our employees and dealerships in "leveling up" in life. There's nothing more we love than celebrating when one of our employees buys their first house, gets a new car, graduates from college, or adds a new addition to their family! Our manufacturing team works together to achieve their production goals and likewise, they celebrate together when they're met - especially when they get those profit-sharing checks at the end of the year! Our sales and support team is absolutely competitive but at the same time, 100% support one another in working towards achieving our individual and team goals. Simply put, we treat each other like family SHOULD treat each other!

These last few years of explosive growth have been a lot of fun and we're excited to keep this trend going for decades to come. Electric vehicles are the future and Bintelli is well-positioned to continue to dominate in our industry.

http://www.bintelli.com/

bintelliscooters.com

Gator Leader

Justin Jackrel, BABA ‘05

President 

Industry

Manufacturing

Location

Ladson, SC

Years Honored

2024: Rank 5

2023: Rank 7

2022: Rank 62

2016: Rank 54

2015: Rank 42

#2015
#Manufacturing 
#Charleston
#SC
#2016
#2022
#2023 

#2024
#Ladson

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

2024: Rank 8

2019: Rank 100

2017: Rank 27

2016: Rank 33

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

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

Andy Ade , BSCE '99

Vice President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Fleming Island, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 95

2023: Rank 15

2017: Rank 9

#ConstructionandDesign
#FlemingIsland
#FL
#2017
#2023

#2024

Chastain-Skillman (CS) is a third-generation engineering firm whose innovative concepts and advanced design work have played a major role in the growth and development of Florida for nearly 75 years. CS offers a comprehensive suite of services that include Civil Engineering, Water/Wastewater Engineering, and Land Surveying.

With offices in Lakeland, Orlando, and Nashville, the CS team of professionals has delivered thousands of projects throughout the Southeastern United States, including parks and recreational facilities, municipal and county infrastructure, roadways, educational facilities, commercial and residential developments, and utility improvements.

CS treasures its role in creating thriving communities, always respecting the impact its work has on their foundations and their futures. The firm has worked diligently to provide an integrated approach to planning and design that benefits both their clients and their surrounding communities.

http://www.chastainskillman.com/

Gator Leader

James R. Chastain, III, BABA ‘05

CEO

Andrew Mason, BS ‘14

CFO

Industry

Consumer Products and Services

Location

Lakeland, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 85

#2024
#Lakeland
#FL
#Engineering

Commercial Acoustics, founded in 2013, brings together an established team of professionals with a combined 50+ years of expertise in the soundproofing and acoustic treatment industry. Servicing markets across the United States, headquartered in Tampa, FL with regional offices in New Orleans and Orlando, our team is dedicated to providing Professional Soundproofing and Acoustical Solutions.

https://commercial-acoustics.com/

Gator Leader

Walker Peek, BS ’10

CEO

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Tampa, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 71

2023: Rank 62

2022: Rank 82

#2022
#ConstructionandDesign
#Tampa
#FL

#2023
#2024

Commercial Finance Partners provides funding solutions for small to middle market companies seeking non-traditional sources of capital and working capital. Through direct lending and partner programs, Commercial Finance Partners is the one-stop shop for any non-bank financing need. Our product offering includes accounts receivable financing, SBA 7a and 504, asset-based loans, equipment financing, real estate loans, and other non-traditional loan products to fit almost any small to medium size business financing request.

http://www.commercialfinancepartners.com/

Gator Leader

Darren Palestine, BSBA ’06, MAIB ‘11

Managing Partner

Industry

Financial Services

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 47

#FinancialServices
#BocaRaton
#2024
#FL

Founded by Don and Phyllis VanDemark, Construction Specialties and Design started as a residential renovation company. Don VanDemark Jr joined our management team and we have grown into a facilities maintenance company that encompasses the southeast United States and services over 50 major companies.

fixthestore.com

Gator Leader

Phyllis VanDemark, AA '70

President

Donald VanDemark, BS '70

Vice President

Donald VanDemark, Jr., AA '89, BSBA '91, MBA '99

Construction and Design

Location

DeLand, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 92

2024: Rank 15

2023: Rank 37

2020: Rank 50

2019: Rank 21

2018: Rank 88

#Other
#DeLand
#FL
#2020
#2019
#2018
#2023

#2024

#2025

Crescent Communities is a nationally recognized, market-leading real estate investor, developer and operator of mixed-use communities. We create high-quality, differentiated residential and commercial communities in many of the fastest growing markets in the United States. Since 1963, our development portfolio has included more than 83 multifamily communities, 24 million square feet of commercial space and 60 single family master-planned communities. Crescent Communities has offices in Charlotte, DC, Atlanta, Orlando, Nashville, Dallas, Denver, Phoenix and Salt Lake City. Our residential communities are branded NOVEL, RENDER and HARMON by Crescent Communities and our industrial developments are branded AXIAL by Crescent Communities and our life science developments are branded THE YIELD by Crescent Communities

http://www.crescentcommunities.com/

Gator Leader

Brian Natwick, BS ‘97

Chairman and CEO

Industry

Real Estate

Location

Charlotte, NC

Years Honored

2024: Rank 59

#RealEstate
#Charlotte
#NC
#2024

Crowne Atlantic Business Brokers sells companies ranging from $1 -$30 Million in Florida and the Southeastern United States. Our goal is to always match the right sellers with the right buyers. We have helped business owners buy and sell for two decades, completing hundreds of transactions across Florida and into the Southeast. Buyers love that we gather as much information on businesses for sale as possible and convey the pros and cons openly and honestly. Sellers love that we sell businesses quickly. Lee Ossin and Jackie Hirsch are consistently amongst the top-performing agents in Florida, according to multiple business broker associations. Our reputation has expanded over the years because of our hard work and ability to get businesses sold. Founded in 2004, Crown Atlantic Business Brokers facilitates the sale of companies and businesses in Florida and the Southeast. The founders are seasoned business brokers and commercial real estate brokers with many years of experience before launching the company. Today, our mission remains the same as when we began, match the right sellers with the right buyers and close deals. Crowne Atlantic is a family-owned business that has sold hundreds of companies in almost every primary industry. These include manufacturing, medical, wholesale, distribution, retail, service, restaurants, franchises, chains, and professional businesses. We work with companies that are sold with and without property. The value of these businesses could be as much as $20M or as little as $100,000. Crowne Atlantic Properties is a Licensed Real Estate Broker. Florida law requires one to practice as a business intermediary and broker. However, unlike most standard real estate brokers in Orlando and Florida, Crowne Atlantic’s sole focus is helping people buy and sell companies. As a company, we wanted to focus on this one process and do it better than anyone else – we never wanted to be a jack-of-all-trades real estate company. We offer a service in our industry that is unmatched by our competitors – knowledge, experience and demonstrated results.

http://www.crowneatlantic.com/

Gator Leader

Jackie Hirsch, BABA ‘97

Founder

Lee Ossin, BS ’02, MSBA ‘03

Co-Founder

Industry

Real Estate

Location

Maitland, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 3

#RealEstate

#Maitland
#Florida
#2024

ECIR Medical Communications partners with Pharmaceutical, Diagnostic, Device, Healthcare and related companies to enhance scientific communications with the sole purpose of improving health outcomes. The team is comprised of scientists, strategists, storytellers, technologists and account executives who deliver unique solutions to its clients' marketing and medical affairs challenges. Clients include Astra Zeneca, GlaxoSmithKline, Pfizer, Optinose, Dendreon, and Ionis.

ecirmedcom.com

Gator Leader

Benjamin Epstein, PharmD ’03

President and Chief Scientific Officer

Industry

Health

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 48

2023: Rank 69

2020: Rank 15

#Health
#Jacksonville
#FL
#2020
#2023 

#2024

Founded in 2016, Elite Jets is a premier, safety-focused charter aircraft service that serves destinations across the U.S. and abroad. Elite Jets’ fleet includes four Phenom 300s, one Legacy 500 and a Bell 407 helicopter. The company’s Embraer luxury jets are well-suited for business and leisure travelers while offering an eco-friendly, best-in-class carbon footprint. Elite Jets maintains an Argus Platinum Rating, a prestigious safety and quality designation earned by just 5% of charter operators nationwide. The company also is registered with the International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (ISBAO), a set of industry-leading best practices, and the WYVERN safety data network, which displays its Safety Intelligence Report and regulatory compliance information. Elite Jets also offers aircraft management services, which include providing pilots, training, maintenance, fleet insurance, scheduling, and additional services. Passengers enjoy concierge-level service from Elite Jets’ private terminal at the Naples Airport, 125 Aviation Drive South in Naples. Charter flights and empty leg flights are available.

https://elitejets.com/

Gator Leader

Stephen Myers, BS ‘87

Executive Vice President

Industry

Travel and Hospitality

Location

Naples, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 35

#RealEstate
#Charlotte
#NC
#2024

ELM ARCH is a comprehensive architectural firm with the skills and experience needed to realize a range of industrial, commercial, residential, and hospitality projects. Our unique fusion of planning, design, project management, and technology expertise, coupled with our commitment to excellence, enable us to exceed our clients’ expectations at every stage of the design process. As professionals, it is our duty to stay on the leading edge of design proficiency and knowledge of code. Our deep understanding of the complexities of various building departments allows us to avoid issues that can adversely impact a project’s design, schedule, or budget. At ELM ARCH, communication and customer service are paramount. We aim to provide every client with an exceptional design experience resulting in a successful project.

http://www.elmarchmiami.com/

Gator Leader

Erik Myers, BDES ’94, MARCH ‘98

President/Founder

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Miami, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 92

#ConstructionandDesign
#Miami Lakes
#Miami
#Florida
#2024

Embark Safety is an innovative provider of Enterprise Risk Management SaaS in North America. Helping companies hire and retain safe and licensed drivers is its primary mission and passion. The company’s proprietary driver license software monitors Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) continuously and provides real time alerts to customers whenever an important change appears, like a DUI or suspension. This service eliminates the risk in waiting until the annual or periodic MVR review to find red flags. By taking proactive actions with real-time driver insights, companies minimize their liability and litigation risk while increasing safety and compliance.

The company was founded in 2010 after the founder was cut off by an erratic driver of a semi-truck on I-4. Since then, helping organizations identify and get dangerous drivers off the road by leveraging technology has been his primary goal. Key to the company’s growth has been leadership’s commitment to mentoring staff and promoting a culture of innovation, obsessive customer service and simplicity. Embark Safety’s core technology monitors the licenses of over 300,000 drivers for more than 1,000 companies across the U.S and Canada.

Embark Safety has been in list of the fastest tech companies in the US - INC 5000 x 4, Orlando Business Journal Fast50 x 2, Gator100 x 6. 

embarksafety.com

Gator Leader

Edwin Sosa, BSBA ’05

CEO

Margaret Truitt Sosa, BSTEL ’06

CMO

Industry

Software

Location

Orlando, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 63

2024: Rank 84

2023: Rank 58

2022: Rank 40

2021: Rank 36

2020: Rank 41

2019: Rank 18

#IT Services
#Orlando
#FL
#2020
#2019
#2021
#2022
#2023

#2024

#Software

#2025

In 2008, three men on a mission in Africa noticed a lack of clean water and refrigeration in many rural parts of the region. With this important need to be filled, they decided to start a charitable program called Akoona, providing ice and water to those communities in need.

They needed a machine that could provide ice and water, but one that could also be maintained easily “in the bush” – thus, the VersaVend barrel was born. The design was so efficient, it caught the attention of national parks in Africa looking to provide vended ice and water for visitors.

Operations eventually moved to Carnegie, Pennsylvania where the Akoona ice and water vending equipment was manufactured by Jennison Ice for resale through a distribution network under the Akoona name as well as other custom brands. In 2016, the go-to-market strategy for the company shifted to a direct-to-end-user model, and the company was reborn as Everest.

What started as a small charitable endeavor is now a multimillion-dollar organization supplying ice and water vending machines on a global scale. We have seen many exciting changes throughout our growth, but the core values of our origins remain consistent in everything we do today. Just as the original company was founded to do, we still strive to provide clean water and fresh ice to communities all around the world.

From humble roots to one of Inc. 5000’s fastest-growing companies in the country, Everest has seen exponential growth. In the past two years alone, demand for the Everest VX has been explosive, ranking it the most popular ice and water vending machine on the market. To meet that demand, Everest has increased its workforce by 172% since the beginning of 2021 and expanded its facilities by 300%.

Headquartered in Apopka, FL. since 2019, Everest continues to grow and disrupt the industry with innovative technology and eco-friendly alternatives designed to make life easier and business better. Improvement means being open to change because success doesn’t come from stagnation. At Everest, we’re Always Climbing.

https://everesticeandwater.com/

Gator Leader

Daniel Doromal, BS '06

VP of Operations

Jordan Flores, BS '06

Account Manager

Industry

Manufacturing

Location

Apopka, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 7

2023: Rank 19

2022: Rank 44

#Manufacturing
#Apopka
#FL
#2022
#2023

#2024

The story of Feathr began when Aidan Augustin began attending tech/startup meetups during a college internship. Complaints about paper business cards turned into brainstorming about mobile solution. Aidan and his roommate Neal Ormsbee began working on what they then called “CardSync”. They competed in several startup competitions, winning local recognition and an invitation to join the then-brand-new "Florida Innovation Hub at UF" incubator program.

In 2012 Feathr, Inc. is incorporated. Aleksander Levental joins the team and begins focusing on networking at conferences and events. However, the "conference app" space is too crowded and Aidan and Aleks set out to course correct. The next iteration, an "ad retargeting for events” product, is well-received. Feathr's value is solving digital marketing problems with speed, precision, and friendliness. Over the last year, Feathr's focus has shifted from associations to helping organizations in the Non-Profit Sector, promoting their missions with our new key phrase: Marketing is Good.

The culture of Feathr is both challenging and nurturing. During the onboarding process, new team meet with members of every department, learn the history of how Feathr came to be, and how their role supports the bigger picture. Feathr encourages employees to both never be afraid to ask for help, and never be afraid to dig deeper for the answers. Feathr employees stick to six core values: Practicality, Ambition, Clarity, Trust, and Service. Not only do Feathr employees apply this to their working relationships with each other, but also with any customers they interact with every day.

When Feathr sets out to hire a new employee, we always emphasize looking for a culture *add* and not a culture fit. All of the employees at Feathr are passionate individuals, not just regarding our product and helping our clients, but also about helping their communities and supporting local charities. As the majority of our customers are now in the Non-Profit Space, they have shown an amazing amount of gratitude and appreciation for the work we do and the passions we have – both in and out of work!

Once a quarter, Feathr holds what we refer to as ‘I-Wings’ meetings, giving updates, discussing numbers, the path forward, and any updates to policies or procedures. Feathr has a number of employees residing outside of Gainesville, but we take this opportunity to bring as many as possible into town for the week. We feel it’s important for everyone to get to experience Gainesville, as our location of choice and home of our beloved Gators (seriously - just ask our CEO!) Past activities include picnics at Depot Park, happy hours at The Top, and a scavenger hunt competition that spread Feathren all around downtown to explore.

Feathr has set the bar high for employers when it comes to benefits and wellness. This would include our Employee Wellness Program, our Professional Development Program, Extended Parental Leave, as well as Creation and development of a robust and well-tuned Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Department and working group. We have also extended our allowance of time available for employees wishing to take Service Time Off from one day a year to one week a year.

feathr.co

Gator Leader

Aleksander Levental, BS Physics ’13, BS Mathematics ‘13

Co-Founder & CEO

Aidan Augustin, BS ’11

Co-Founder & CRO

Industry

Advertising and Marketing

Location

Gainesville, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 72

2022: Rank 42

2020: Rank 8

#Software
#Gainesville
#FL
#2020
#2022
#2024

First Florida Constructors offers competitively priced commercial construction for developers of multifamily housing. We have the people, experience and financial strength in the market-rate apartment, assisted living facilities and affordable housing markets. We invest our profits in our staff and are proud to work with some of the best subcontractors in Florida. We support several local non-profit organizations, including Rebuilding Together, Give Kids a Chance and Overtown Optimist Club.

firstflorida.com

Gator Leader

Greg Wyka, BSCE '95

President

Industry

Real Estate

Location

Miami, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 91

2019: Rank 5

#2019
#FL
#Miami
#RealEstate
#2024

Florida Contract Automated Shading, A women owned and Gator Grad owned, is a specialty construction company. We specialize in commercial application of indoor and outdoor motorized shade applications. We work throughout the Florida, Georgia, and Alabama on projects that consist of schools, hospitals, offices and government work. Our 3 decades of experience with our team member has allowed us to be one of the top window covering experts in that state of Florida and top dealer in the U.S. with our vendors.

fcas.pro

Gator Leader

Megan Molyneux, BHS ’04, MOT ’05

President

Industry

Consumer Products and Services

Location

Newberry, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 67

2024: Rank 25

2021: Rank 17

2020: Rank 76

#2020
#Newberry
#FL
#Construction and Design
#2021
#2024

#2025
#ConsumerProductsandServices

At Foundry Commercial, our mission is to build a generational real estate company centered on people, purpose, and performance. We are driven by relationships and the passion to build something different. Foundry is a full-service commercial real estate services and investment company operating across the office, industrial, retail, multi-family, healthcare, religious, and non-profit asset classes and clients. Foundry is sustained by 2,000 associates operating from 13 markets, providing leasing and management on more that 62 million square feet and over 3,000 seniors housing units, executing over $1.6 billion in leasing, tenant rep, and investment sale transactions annually. Foundry’s development and investment platform is fully integrated with its services business and is currently invested in over $3.5 billion in joint ventures with many of the best-known institutional investors in the country and currently has over $1 billion in active ground-up developments across all our markets. Foundry recently launched an Investment Management platform targeting institutional and accredited individual investors. This platform was created to enhance value for Foundry’s investor clients, customers, associates, and communities.

Foundry is committed to building a commercial real estate company unlike anything else in the country. Our focus has always been on creating a collaborative and enthusiastic workplace, where associates can be unleashed to operate in an open and empowering environment built without silos. At Foundry, entrepreneurial-minded associates are emboldened with the autonomy to draw outside the lines, fostering relationships with clients who value exceptional creativity. Foundry's team is regional in scale to provide a strong infrastructure of support services, while also having the local expertise to excel in an array of commercial real estate services.

At the end of 2021, Foundry acquired location analysis and incentives advisory firm, Maxis Advisors. In June 2022, Foundry’s healthcare and seniors housing platform more than doubled in size when the company acquired the Spring Arbor Senior Living collection of assisted living and memory care communities. The portfolio now operates 54 communities in 12 states. Foundry has also added five new verticals. From Real Estate Solutions to user development services, from debt and structured finance to investment advisory, and from social media marketing services to land advisory, Foundry continues to grow into numerous verticals and niches.

Our team works hard, and we have a lot of fun along the way. As an operator, we’re often responsible for putting the deals together, from sourcing to strategy to capitalization to execution, and everything in between. There’s a lot of responsibility that comes with that role, but it's incredibly rewarding. Foundry has built a track record as one of the most active operators in the country working with some of the best investment partners in the business.

At Foundry Commercial, we prioritize relationships with people. We believe taking the time to better understand someone’s background, their motivations, and their unique perspective leads to a clearer picture about how we can best serve our associates, clients, vendors, partners, and tenants.

foundrycommercial.com

Gator Leader

Paul Ellis, BSBA 88

CEO

Industry

Real Estate

Location

Orlando

Years Honored

2024: Rank 43

2019: Rank 2

#2019
#Orlando
#Florida
#RealEstate
#FL
#2024

Abbie is a UF graduate class of '08. For seven years she worked in the apparel industry in a couple different roles as a buyer and merchant. In 2015 she decided to take on a new adventure to work under her mom for Garland Activewear. Garland Activewear is a women owned apparel manufacturing that specializes in gymnastics apparel. Everything is made here in the USA. Her impact was felt immediately as soon as she came into the business. She was soon promoted to VP where she was able to continue to build on her successes she had from her previous job. She started to increase their online presence by creating an online shop. She started going to several shows throughout the country to increase awareness. She was instrumental to helping optimize production by buying a state of the art cutting table that helped manufacture leotards more efficiently.

Abbie has consistently grown her sales 20%+ every year and is now earning well over $1M+ in revenue every year. She has grown the brand from competition leotards to also include Acro uniforms as well as travel wear with jackets and leggings. Abbie has also brought her leotards to the collegiate level. She has several club and collegiate teams that now wear Garland Leotards. The company has had to move twice due to the growth and has recently bought a building to be able to continue to handle the growth. Abbie bought the company outright from her mom in 2022.

Along with running Garland Activewear, Abbie is a mother of two young children. In 2020 when her existing apparel manufacturing business had slowed down due to the customer base temporarily closing their operations due to Covid-19, Abbie started Tidewater Tots, a children's swimwear brand. Tidewater Tots mission is to provide simply adorable American made swimwear for children. Their mix-and-match, tumble-proof, high quality swimwear is always made in America, supporting American workers. ​

http://www.garlandactivewear.com/

Gator Leader

Abigail Paul, BSBA ‘08

President/Owner

Industry

Manufacturing

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 76

#2024
#Manufacturing
#Jacksonville
#FL

Gast Construction Group is a full-service Construction Management Firm located in West Palm Beach, Florida specializing in Commercial and Residential Construction in Palm Beach County, Florida.

gastconstructiongroup.com

Gator Leader

Allen Gast, BSBC ’00

President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

West Palm Beach, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 33

2024: Rank 40

2020: Rank 23

2019: Rank 17

2018: Rank 70

#ConstructionandDesign
#WestPalmBeach
#FL
#2020
#2019
#2018
#2024

#2025

Founded in 1991, Gulf Building LLC provides an innovative, integrated, and hands-on approach to construction management throughout the greater South Florida market and beyond. Celebrating over 32 successful years in business, Gulf Building believes that completing a project on-time is just as important as staying within budget. Additionally, quality construction can only be achieved with expertise and skill which Gulf provides on all its projects.

To that end, Gulf Building holds itself to a higher standard than most other construction firms, not only in the work that it delivers, but also regarding the employees in which the company invests. With a foundation based on integrity, quality and experience, Gulf Building’s detail-oriented, forward-thinking approach to construction management consistently generates end results that are on time, within budget and exceed client expectations.

gulfbuilding.com

Gator Leader

John Scherer, BSBC '00

President/CEO

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 38

2021: Rank 48

2018: Rank 39

#2018
#FL
#FortLauderdale
#ConstructionandDesign
#2021
#2024

Heatherwood Construction Company is a full-service commercial general contractor serving Southwest Florida from Marco Island to Tampa. This premier firm provides complete construction services, including site search and selection, feasibility analysis, site development, value engineering, vertical construction, LEED certification and more. Recent projects include schools, multi-family, retail, restaurants and community amenities.

heatherwoodconstruction.com

Gator Leader

Walter Crawford, BBC '89

President/CEO

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Bonita Springs, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 53

2021: Rank 52

#ConstructionandDesign
#BonitaSprings
#FL
#2021
#2024

In 2014, when Heitner Legal, P.L.L.C. was founded, the legal landscape was full of lawyers and law firms who (a) ineffectively communicated with their clients; (b) sold a package of goods that did not necessarily meet the needs of their clientele; and (c) were not up-to-date with the latest technological trends in the legal services industry.

People tended to hate lawyers and the legal profession as a whole. They still do.

Heitner Legal, P.L.L.C. was built with the goal of putting clients’ specific goals first. We care more about hearing our clients say, “I LOVE MY LAWYER” than the consideration we receive for the services we provide.

Success is when any client, wealthy or not, prominent or not, comes to us with a challenge, asks us to solve it, and is happy with the result. We often find that a request begins with completing a single task and grows into an outside general counsel, ongoing relationship.

http://heitnerlegal.com

Gator Leader

Darren Heitner, BA ’07, JD ’10

Founder

Industry

Legal Services

Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 51

2023: Rank 75

#LegalServices 
#FortLauderdale 
#FL
#2023 
#2024

As a certified Workday Services Partner, Invisors helps customers utilize their organizational data to make better-informed business decisions through the deployment and ongoing support of Workday. We believe the most important measure of our team’s success is our client’s ability to achieve their big-picture vision. From initial deployments to ongoing projects, we are focused on elevating perspectives + transforming results. Learn more by visiting invisors.com.

https://www.invisors.com/

Gator Leader

Keith Diego, BBA ’90

Partner

Industry

IT Services

Location

Atlanta, GA

Years Honored

2024: Rank 93

2023: Rank 42

2022: Rank 9

#ITServices
#Atlanta
#GA
#2022
#2023 

#2024

Ironside Insurance Group was founded in 2012 in downtown Boston’s financial district and has grown to become an industry leader. By forging strong relationships with our professional partners and clients that are rooted in honesty and integrity, we have built a reputation for providing the best service and experience available.

While we continue to always hope for the best, insurance affords us with the ability to prepare for the worst. Our customer-first mentality aims to help protect our clients’ families, assets, businesses, and overall financial futures. It’s not easy to consistently exceed expectations but our team does just that, every day. The insurance industry is changing and we are constantly adapting and improving right along side to make sure we are able to offer our clients customized solutions to their individual needs. .

ironsideig.com

Gator Leader

Joshua Shotts, BS '06

Partner

Industry

Insurance

Location

Boston, MA

Years Honored

2025: Rank 82

2024: Rank 87

2022: Rank 41

2021: Rank 51

2020: Rank 84

#Insurance
#Boston
#MA
#2020
#2021
#2022
#2024

#2025

JAWW Media + Marketing connects media and influencers with travel brands and tourism boards. With decades of experience in radio, entertainment, media partnerships, event planning and authentic collaborations, JAWW has connected brands with millions of consumers through on-air, digital exposure, and social media influencers.

Storytelling……it’s what we do! 

http://jawwmarketing.com/

Gator Leader

Julie Wilson-Watson, BSBR ‘84

Founder and President

Industry

Advertising and Marketing

Location

Lighthouse Point, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 5

2024: Rank 10

#2024

#FL
#AdvertisingandMarketing

#2025

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

2024: Rank 78

2020: Rank 61

2019: Rank 85

2017: Rank 45

2016: Rank 72

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

kasper architects is a full service architectural + interior design firm. We exist to use the craft of architecture to develop our associates to impact their family, community, and themselves to be a conduit of good. At ka+, we bring our years of experience to bear on each project. This approach allows us to create a design solution that produces an efficient building plan contributing to the success of our clients. We are the right size to give personal attention to each client, while the technology we use gives us results that are second to none. We employ nine registered Architects and a support staff of designers and drafters, which affords us maximum efficiency and a team that sees the project through to the end. A solid understanding of real estate development, building engineering, and construction make us a great value.

kasperarch.com

Gator Leader

Erik Kasper, BA ’92, MARCH ’94

Chief Executive Officer

Chris Densmore, BA ’04, MARCH ’06

Director of Architecture

Lauren-Insalaco-Scwing, MARC ‘11

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 44

2024: Rank 74

2023: Rank 94

2022: Rank 85

2021: Rank 85

2020: Rank 56

#ConstructionandDesign
#Jacksonville
#FL
#2020
#2021
#2022
#2023

#2024

#2025

Much like the disciplined and multifaceted art form we strive to perfect, the KMF team represents the ultimate balance between architectural creativity and function. The pairing of energy and experience is evident in every venture we undertake, merging seamlessly with a project’s natural momentum to achieve an immersive harmony of design, utility and reliability. We are proud to feature a diverse array of talent and experience, offering our clients a personal touch unmatched in the industry. KMF brings a passionate hands-on approach to every endeavor from the first sparks of inspiration to the full realization of a project. KMF has been honored to work directly for The University of Florida, providing design services for the award-winning Atrium Canopy (known as "The Harp") at the Architecture Building. We have also been selected as part of the team to deliver the much anticipated UF DCP Collaboratory, which is coming in 2025. Go Gators!

http://www.kmfarchitects.com

Gator Leader

Eric Kleinsteuber, BS ’02, MA ’04

Vice President, Principal, Design Director

Industry

Architecture

Location

Orlando, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 64

2023: Rank 40

 
#Orlando 
#FL
#2023 
#2024

#architecture

Lamark is a full-service firm that provides award-winning digital marketing services that generate measurable impact, powered by relentless drive to consistently deliver against goals and elevate the status quo.

lamarkmedia.com

Gator Leader

Bryan Shetsky, BS '06

Founder/CEO

Industry

Advertising and Marketing

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 33

2022: Rank 52

2021: Rank 49

#AdvertisingandMarketing
#BocaRaton
#FL
#2021
#2022
#2024

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

2025: Rank 62

2024: Rank 58

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

#2024

#2025

Located in the heart of Alachua County, Level Architecture + Interiors is a 14-person Gainesville-based full service architectural and interiors firm offering thoughtful, client focused, sustainable design. Our diverse professional backgrounds allow us to provide a variety of services to our clients from pre-design to post-construction, overseeing the project from an initial idea to reality. As a firm, Level Architecture + Interiors provides a full scope of planning, design, and construction administration services for public and private sector clients across the southeast. Our goal from the beginning has been to create a firm environment that is unique in the industry, balancing rewarding work, fun, and a sense of community. Our team is made up of people that enjoy what they do, and even more so, take pride in using their expertise to create meaningful spaces and experiences with our clients.

Level Architecture + Interiors is a Gainesville-based full service architectural and interiors firm offering thoughtful, client focused, sustainable design. We offer integrated planning, design, and construction administration services for public and private sector clients across the southeast. Our team creates a firm environment that is unique in the industry, balancing rewarding work, fun, and sense of community using our expertise to create meaningful spaces and experiences with our clients.

Our diverse professional backgrounds allow us to provide a variety of services to our clients from pre-design to post-construction, overseeing the project from an initial idea to reality.

http://www.leveldesign.co/

Gator Leader

James Blythe, BD ‘02, MA ‘04

Principal

Adam Gayle, BD ’09, MA ‘09

Principal

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Gainesville, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 90

#2024

#ConstructionandDesign
#Gainesville
#Florida

Wendell Lewis started his professional career in the petroleum industry in 1964 with Standard Oil of Kentucky as an Area Sales Supervisor. After the Lewises settled in Gainesville, Mr. Lewis bought out the local Standard Oil wholesale distributorship in 1971 where he quickly established and grew his market territory from providing Standard Oil Petroleum Products in the City and County to cover much of North Central Florida. During this time Standard Oil of Kentucky and Standard Oil of California merged to form Chevron USA, which Lewis Oil Co., Inc. now represents. Lewis Oil Co., Inc., with offices in Gainesville and Palatka as well as many Chevron/Texaco convenience stores, is one of many locally owned businesses and is active in numerous charitable, civic, and professional organizations and causes. The family continues to own and operate Lewis Oil Co, Inc., along with convenience stores and is one of the largest family owned petroleum Marketers in North Central Florida. Mr. Lewis retired in 2001. His children Wenda, Hugh and Don Lewis are actively keeping up the tradition and expanding Lewis Oil Co., Inc. and maintaining their father’s great service and passion for the oil industry.

Wendell Lewis was a champion of local business. In 1980 he along with several local Marketers challenged industry regulations and mandates concerning small businesses and won a benchmark case before the Florida Supreme Court. He was a member of the Florida Petroleum Marketers Association Board of Directors and was often seen in Tallahassee lobbying on behalf of Small Businesses. Mr. Lewis was a member of the University City Church of Christ, as well as the Masonic Lodge, Lions and Elks Clubs. Mr. Lewis was a Gator Scholarship Partner and member of the University of Florida Presidents Council and an avid fan of Gator Football and Basketball. One of his favorite undertakings was to mentor Gator athletes. There are many former Gator athletes who will fondly remember their college days because of Mr. Lewis.

Our corporate mission is to provide a reliable and economical source of fuel, lubricants, and other petroleum products to our market and to achieve the very highest levels of customer service and satisfaction.

Lewis Oil Co., Inc. is a family-owned fuel and lubricant jobber, selling quality Chevron and unbranded products in North Central Florida for over six decades. As a First Responder, Lewis Oil Co. maintains significant on-hand supplies, strategically located fuel depots, a delivery fleet, on-site service, service stations, and fuel cardlocks. Lewis Oil Co., Inc. understands its responsibility in the local economy by providing service and delivery on demand and in crisis. That dependability allows first line responders and you to count on Lewis Oil Company every day and during times of crisis.

The Lewis Family was proud in 2012 that the City of Gainesville proclaimed June 14th as

Lewis Oil Company Day.

Lewis Oil Co., Inc. has grown to serve many high-profile businesses in the 18 counties we serve. The staff has worked hard to earn the business community’s trust, loyalty, and commitment.

Current customers include: University of Florida; Publix-150 locations; City of Gainesville; Gainesville Police Dept; Gainesville Airport; Florida DOT; Alachua Cty Fleet Management & Sheriff’s Office; AC School Board; City of Palatka, Putnam Cty & PC Sheriff's Office & School Board, Georgia Pacific, Seminole Electric, FP&L, FEMA.

http://lewisoilco.com/

Gator Leader

Wenda Lewis, BS ‘84

President/Owner

Industry

Fuel & Oil Marketer

Location

Gainesville, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 39

#2024

#Gainesville
#FL

Established in 2008, Marmer Construction, Inc. is a leading and trusted name in the construction industry serving the State of Florida. We are a construction management firm that provides an unparalleled approach to quality customer service and excellent craftsmanship from start to finish in multifamily, commercial, healthcare, and industrial construction. Our work is not only exceptional and timely, it is customized and tailored to fit your particular needs for your project. We pride ourselves on our two greatest assets: the people we employ and the integrity we maintain.
We are built on a solid foundation based on our CORE VALUES: Excellence, Integrity, Sustainability, and Teamwork. We strongly believe in collective thinking for each project from all team members. Our client relationships are grounded in transparency and trust creating an environment for successful partnerships. The sustainability of our projects greatly relies on quality workmanship from our Trade Partners. We greatly value a base of integrity with our Trade Partners to create a bond of communication and reliability. Joining the Marmer Team means joining a group of people that value honesty and collaboration in a supportive setting for the success of our projects, goals, and development.
The sustainability of Marmer is based on three pillars: People, Profits & the Planet. Marmer’s leadership takes a conservative stance to maintaining the overall financial health of the Company which allows us to provide opportunities for our team members to grow, to support to local charities, to educate the youth about career opportunities in construction and to provide annual scholarships and internships to children seeking a future in the Construction Industry. We work with Ownership teams to ensure they are aware of Green Building opportunities with their projects. Our entire team works to minimize the Marmer environmental footprint through our use of technology, recycling and maintaining clean jobsites.
Coming together is the beginning, keeping together is progress, working together is success. We view every project as a collective team working towards the same goal. Our team includes Marmer, Owners, Architects, Engineers, Trade Partners, Local Jurisdictions and beyond. We strive to eliminate the us verse them mentality and focus on inclusiveness. To be successful in Construction, it requires teamwork from all players involved on the project, which is why we believe that transparent and effective communication is the key to success.
The construction professionals at Marmer pay meticulous attention to the details of each project and communicate openly and honestly with every client, to ensure complete job satisfaction. Precise planning and expert execution by the Marmer staff and it select subcontractors results in organized, efficient projects completed on budget in a timely manner. Our two greatest assets are the people we employ and the integrity we maintain. Our mission is to provide services to our customers by creating successful partnerships and maintaining the highest level of professionalism, honesty, and fairness in each relationship while keeping safety, quality, and customer satisfaction; the central focus of every project. Above all, we are dedicated to our customers and their projects.

marmerconstruction.com

Gator Leader

Martin Wohl, BA '04

President and Owner

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Sebring, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 15

2024: Rank 13

2023: Rank 45

2021: Rank 66

#ConstructionandDesign
#Sebring
#FL
#2021
#2023 

#2024

#2025

Morette Company, a Florida corporation, is a closely held family company that is locally owned and operated. Morette Company has been providing general contracting, construction management, development, and design-build services in the Southeast since 1978. We pride ourselves on being customer focused and have consistently proven to be good stewards of our client’s resources. Our steady and reliable performance is the foundation for our long-term client relationships. Over 85% of our projects are for repeat clients.

During Morette Company’s over four decades of construction experience, we have worked diligently to establish our reputation for quality, honesty, and transparency. We encourage each member of our Team to take ownership of what it means to be a Morette Company leader and to exhibit a great sense of personal pride in their work on our projects. We safely deliver each of our projects at the highest level of quality, on schedule and within budget.

Morette Company has built its foundation on several fundamental corporate values that are reflected in the day-to-day operations of the Company and its employees. Morette Company exceeds client expectations by delivering quality projects that will continue to serve our community for generations to come. It is our vision to improve our community by building strong foundations through our commitment to people, projects, and partnerships.

Morette Company strives to build legacies. We want our projects to make a lasting positive impact in our community and we want to remain involved in our project’s successes and service. When you partner with Morette Company you are engaging a Team who will work tirelessly to be more than just your Contractor. You are engaging community leaders who will take complete ownership of your project and who will endeavor to fully understand your project goals and aspirations to assure that your project is successful.

http://www.moretteco.com/

Gator Leader

Michael Morette, BS ‘03

President and CEO

Nicole Morette Bell, BHS ‘05

DFO

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Pensacola, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 65

#2024

#Pensacola
#Florida
#ConstructionandDesign

Founded in 2010 by Patrick Murray, Murray Contractors is a General Contractor / Construction Management firm. It specializes in Healthcare, Higher Education, and K-12 Education market segments. The firm provides construction services to some of the largest institutions in the state of Arkansas system.

http://www.murraycontractors.com/

Gator Leader

Patrick Murray, MS '06

President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Little Rock, AR

Years Honored

2024: Rank 63

#2024

#LittleRock
#AR
#ConstructionandDesign

Since 2015, Native Pest Management has been providing pet friendly pest control and termite control to Florida residents. As a family-owned business with deep roots in the local community, and as third-generation West Palm Beach natives, the team at Native Pest Management are experts at identifying and preventing the many pest issues unique to their service area. With over 2000 Google and Yelp reviews, Native Pest Management has a reputation for comprehensive, family-friendly pest control.

www.nativepestmanagement.com

Gator Leader

Luke Lewis, BS '10, MA‘10

President

Industry

Environmental Sciences

Location

Tallahassee, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 24

2024: Rank 20

2023: Rank 18

2022: Rank 18

#Environmental 
#Tallahassee 
#FL
#2022
#2023#2022

#2024

#2025

Novi AMS provides a powerful software as a service (SaaS) platform designed specifically for trade associations and professional societies. Combining a robust association management system (AMS) with seamless website integration, our solution helps organizations streamline operations, engage their members, and focus on their mission.

Since its founding in 2015, Novi AMS has been guided by collaboration. From its software development to its customer support approach, everything revolves around partnership. Instead of support tickets and case numbers, association staff work directly with a knowledgeable team that understands their challenges and goals. This results in software that staff can quickly adopt and are genuinely excited to log in to every day.

Key features include automated membership renewals, financial tools integrated with QuickBooks Online, and actionable insights like member engagement trends. With a focus on security, Novi AMS employs SaaS industry best practices, including multi-factor authentication and Microsoft Front Door integration, to protect both member and organizational data.

At its core, Novi AMS is more than just software—it’s a community-driven solution that empowers associations to operate efficiently, engage members effectively, and make informed decisions for the future. 

www.noviams.com

Gator Leader

Pete Zimek, BA ’01, MS ’02

CEO

Jennifer Norman, BS ‘08

VP of Customer Growth

Industry

Software

Location

Windermere, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 35

2024: Rank 41

2023: Rank 32

2022: Rank 20

#Software
#Windermere
#FL
#2022
#2023#2022

#2024

#2025

Founded in 1998 in Gainesville, Florida, O2B Kids offers Early Childhood Education and Enrichment Programs for children from 6 weeks old through school age. Co-Founders Andy Sherrard and Danny Stevens created a model rooted in providing a strong, comprehensive early education foundation while making a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

 The O2B Early Education brand includes O2B Kids, Cedars Preschool, The Child Center, and Funnydaffer. Our schools blend Preschool, Afterschool, and Enrichment Programs under one roof, and we’ve grown to over 70 locations across Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Illinois, North Dakota, South Dakota, Missouri, and Minnesota.

 We partner with families to help children become academically prepared, socially confident, and emotionally resilient. Our schools are the perfect place to Learn & Grow!

http://o2bkids.com/

Gator Leader

Andy Sherrard, BS ’90, MBA ‘04

CEO

Danny Stevens

COO

Industry

Education

Location

Gainesville, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 9

2024: Rank 21

#2024

#Gainesville
#FL
#Education

#2025

OnDefend empowers the information security industry through its cutting-edge technological innovations and battle-tested professional services team. By solving the problems that the cyber security industry has not solved, OnDefend has become a critical partner of security service firms and corporations throughout the US and around the world.

http://www.ondefend.com/

Gator Leader

Chris Freedman, BS ‘01

CEO

Industry

IT Services

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 37

#2024

#Jacksonville
#FL
#ITServices

Optimus is a dynamic business transformation consulting firm situated in Doral, Florida. With a core focus on leveraging innovative technology platforms, the company assists clients in achieving their business transformation objectives. By providing comprehensive services and acting as a trusted advisor, Optimus is committed to supporting organizations throughout their evolution in their respective industries. As a business transformation consultant, Optimus offers various services to help businesses effectively navigate change. Strategic planning is vital, enabling clients to define their vision, set goals, and develop a roadmap for success. Process optimization helps identify inefficiencies and streamline operations to improve overall performance. Organizational redesign ensures that the company's structure aligns with its strategic objectives, fostering agility and adaptability. Technology implementation is another critical area of expertise for Optimus. By leveraging innovative platforms, such as those offered by Microsoft, Optimus helps clients harness the power of cutting-edge tools and systems to enhance productivity, automate processes, and drive growth. As a Microsoft Gold partner, Optimus has demonstrated high expertise and proficiency in implementing Microsoft technologies. Additionally, Optimus has been recognized as an LS Retail Diamond partner for 2023, showcasing its exceptional capabilities in delivering retail management solutions. This accolade further underscores their expertise and commitment to assisting clients in the retail industry. Please refer to www.optimus.pro for more information.

Gator Leader

Hector Negron, BS ‘95, MBA – Finance ‘97, MBA – International Economics '97 

Founder/CEO

Industry

IT Services

Location

Doral, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 56

2024: Rank 44

2023: Rank 50

#ITServices 
#Doral 
#FL
#2020

#2023

#2024

#2025

Originally founded in 2002, Origin is a construction frim headquartered in Miami with offices in Orlando and Tampa. Known for its international clientele, unique team-led approach, and technology-driven project management, Origin is one of the premier construction companies in Florida, having transformed over 10 million square feet of real estate. At the intersection of technical and human, Origin’s service is a source of inspiration for the industry and of pride and satisfaction for its clients

www.origingc.com

Gator Leader

John Wood, BA '98
Chief Executive Officer
Jeff Spitzer, BS '96
Chief Financial Officer

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Miami, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 36

2023: Rank 96

#2023
#ConstructionandDesign
#Miami
#FL

#2024

Otter PR is a dynamic, results-driven public relations agency redefining the standards of modern PR and media relations. With headquarters in Orlando and St. Petersburg, Florida, Otter PR has become a trusted partner for businesses seeking innovative strategies to amplify their media presence and credibility.

Renowned for our client-first approach, we specialize in securing top-tier media coverage in outlets like Forbes, The New York Times, and CNBC. Utilizing our proprietary "OTR™" method—Outreach, Trends, and Relationships—we ensure meaningful results for every client.

At Otter PR, we prioritize accessibility and ROI, tailoring PR services to businesses of all sizes. Our award-winning team of 45+ experts combines creativity, strategic planning, and a relentless commitment to excellence, earning recognition as the #1 PR firm by platforms like Clutch and G2. Whether through digital media, podcasts, or speaking opportunities, Otter PR transforms stories into impactful narratives. 

https://otterpr.com/

Gator Leader

Scott Bartnick, BSISE ‘15

CEO

Jay Feldman, BS ‘14

CMO

Industry

Advertising and Marketing

Location

St. Petersburg, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 32

2024: Rank 4

#2024

#St.Petersburg
#FL
#AdvertisingandMarketing

#2025

Pacifica Engineering Services, LLC, founded and led by Wesley Foster, is a Florida-based engineering firm with a strong reputation for excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction. Offering a range of services, including geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, private provider services, threshold inspections, material testing and permit expediting, Pacifica serves clients across Florida through its offices in Delray Beach, Miami, Fort Myers, Jacksonville and Orlando.

Since its inception, Pacifica has experienced significant growth, earning a spot on the Gator100 in both 2023 and 2024, ranking #6 and #28, respectively. The firm has also been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2023 and 2024, and by the South Florida Business Journal with the prestigious 2024 Business of the Year Award.

At the core of Pacifica's success is a commitment to innovation and sustainability, adopting cutting-edge technologies and practices to deliver high-quality results. Wesley Foster’s leadership has been instrumental in fostering a collaborative, client-focused culture that consistently meets the evolving needs of the industry. Foster's personal accolades include the 2024 SFBJ 40 Under 40 Award and the 2023 Distinguished Service Award from the City of West Palm Beach.

Looking ahead, Pacifica remains dedicated to expanding its operations, exceeding client expectations, and maintaining its standing as a leader in engineering services, while continuing its philanthropic contributions to the community. 

https://pacificaes.com/

Gator Leader

Wesley Foster, BS ’12, ME ’13

President & CEO

Industry

Engineering

Location

Delray Beach, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 20

2024: Rank 28

2023: Rank 6

#Engineering 
#DelrayBeach 
#FL
#2023 

#2024

#2025

Brothers Jim, Steve & Dan Dodson began their careers as teenage reporters interviewing thousands of athletes for their monthly newspaper column published by The Palm Beach Post. They were the youngest fully credentialed sports reporters in the country. Their best-selling celebrity advice book, Kids’ Little Instruction Book, was published in 1996. Palm Beach Autographs was founded in 1999 by Jim and Steve while attending the University of Florida. Their younger brother Dan joined the company shortly after its creation. Originally established as a sports autograph wholesaler, Palm Beach Autographs expanded to open retail stores throughout South Florida. When operations grew into North Florida, long-time family friend Martin Buckley was the perfect addition to the team. Today, our divisions include not only sports memorabilia, but also charity fundraising, interior sports design, athlete appearances, and a thriving online business. Our mission has always been to provide sports fans with high quality authentic memorabilia and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Annually, we participate in more than 100 private autograph signings with current and former professional athletes. Our close relationships with agents and athletes enable us to provide our customers with authentic merchandise direct from the source. We have developed a winning team with a strong work ethic and a commitment to supporting charity fundraising. Those qualities were recognized by Tim Tebow in 2010 when he selected Palm Beach Autographs over larger companies to be his exclusive sports memorabilia distributor & fundraising partner. We have grown to 5 retail stores and 40 sales reps all across the country conducting thousands of charity auctions per year.

http://www.palmbeachautographs.com

Gator Leader

Jim Dodson, BA ’00

Owner

Steve Dodson, BA ’03

Owner

Dan Dodson

Industry

Other: Sports Memorabilia

Location

Wellington, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 86

2024: Rank 66

2023: Rank 16

#Sports 
#Wellington 
#FL
#2023 

#2024
#retail

#2025

Since opening in 2012 Park Bar has been the go to place in Downtown Atlanta for Great Food, Fine Bourbon, and Craft Beer. Owners Jose M. Navarro and Mathew "Quickie" Tainow have achieved annual growth by filling a niche for casual neighborhood locals in the city's central business and tourism district. Through their dedication to exceptional customer service Park Bar has become the embodiment of their mantra "everybody's a local.”

ParkBarAtlanta.com

Gator Leader

Mathew Tainow, BS '96

Owner

Jose Navarro, BS '98

Owner

Industry

Food and Beverage

Location

Atlanta, GA

Years Honored

2024: Rank 23

2021: Rank 63

2016: Rank 51

#2021

#GA
#FoodandBeverage
#2016

#2024
#Atlanta

PPM Solar was founded in 2009 to provide the cleanest and most affordable electricity on Earth. Since then, we have focused exclusively on solar system installations and battery energy storage. This targeted approach and dedicated team have propelled PPM Solar to emerge as one of the most respected solar development firms in the Southeastern United States. At PPM Solar, we empower homeowners and businesses to take control of their energy costs with transparent, affordable solar solutions, ensuring their life comfort while positively impacting the environment.

https://ppm.solar/

Gator Leader

Jason Gonos, BSME ‘05

Director

Industry

Energy

Location

Gainesville, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 94

2024: Rank 60

2019: Rank 14

2018: Rank 4

2015: Rank 27

#Gainesville
#FL
#2015
#2019
#2018

#2024
#Energy

#2025

At Premier Outdoor USA, we are driven by a singular vision – to redefine outdoor living by providing products that exceed expectations in quality, reliability, and affordability. Our journey began out of frustration with the status quo in the outdoor product industry, where subpar parts, unethical warranties, and disappointing quality had become the norm. We believed that consumers deserved better, and that belief laid the foundation for our company.

Founded in Jacksonville, Florida, Premier Outdoor USA has quickly become the go-to destination for individuals seeking top-notch hot tubs, spas, swim spas, and outdoor kitchens. We understand that your outdoor space is a sanctuary for relaxation and a hub for entertainment, and we are dedicated to enhancing every aspect of it.

Unparalleled Quality: At Premier Outdoor USA, quality is our hallmark. We refuse to compromise when it comes to the materials and craftsmanship that go into our products. Each hot tub, spa, and swim spa in our extensive range is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. When you choose Premier Outdoor USA, you're choosing a product that is built to last and provide you with countless moments of enjoyment.

Affordable Luxury: We believe that luxury should be accessible to everyone. That's why we offer our premium outdoor products at prices that won't break the bank. Our goal is to make the dream of having a high-quality hot tub, spa, or outdoor kitchen a reality for all our customers.

Consumer-Centric Approach: At our core, we are consumers first. We understand the frustration of investing in outdoor products that don't live up to their promises. That's why we've made it our mission to provide you with not just products but solutions that cater to your needs. Our expert team is here to guide you every step of the way, helping you select the perfect outdoor kitchen or spa to transform your space into an oasis of comfort and style.

Your Outdoor Retreat: Whether you're seeking a soothing retreat to unwind after a long day or a vibrant social hub to host memorable gatherings, Premier Outdoor USA has you covered. Our products are designed to enhance your outdoor experience, allowing you to create lasting memories with family and friends.

Visit Us Today: We invite you to visit our showroom in Jacksonville, Florida, and take the first step toward creating your dream outdoor oasis. Experience the epitome of outdoor living with Premier Outdoor USA. Our dedicated team is eager to assist you in finding the perfect hot tub, spa, swim spa, or outdoor kitchen that suits your lifestyle and vision.

At Premier Outdoor USA, we are more than a company; we are a partner in your pursuit of outdoor excellence. Join us in reimagining outdoor living, one exceptional product at a time. Discover the Premier Outdoor USA difference today.

http://www.premieroutdoorusa.com/

Gator Leader

Shaun Jackrel, BS ‘09

CEO

Industry

Business Products and Services

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 1

#2024

#BusinessProductsandServices
#Jacksonville
#FL

Prince CPA Group is a regional CPA firm with three offices located between Orlando and Melbourne, Florida, providing accounting, attestation, tax, capital raise, government tax credits, and consulting services to businesses and individuals throughout Florida and across the United States. The Firm focuses on the nation’s top 400 home builders, as well as land developers within the United States. Prince is licensed as a Certified Public Accounting firm in the state of Florida. The firm has eight licensed CPAs on a staff of 29 individuals.

The Firm is headed by Frank Prince and Ronald Yelland. Frank and Ron have worked both in public accounting and in private practice for over 30 years. From the beginning with just two partners, the firm has grown through the acquisition of other accounting firms to 29 employees. Prince CPA Group is proud of its reputation of providing clients with a personal, local approach which results in high quality services.

princecpagroup.com

Gator Leader

Ronald Yelland, BS '86, MS'88

Partner/Owner

Industry

Business Products and Services

Location

Orlando, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 98

2021: Rank 86

#2021
#Orlando
#FL
#BusinessProductsandServices

#2024

Rad Wear is a family-owned business that specializes in customized apparel and promotional products. We sell an extensive range of customized products to a broad range of customers from educational and fundraising, to healthcare, construction and more. Our standard is to provide unparalleled customer service while keeping up with the high expectations of our clientele. Rad Wear prides itself on our expertise and complete customer satisfaction.

http://radwear.com/

Gator Leader

Jennifer Ruland, BS '98

Co-Owner

Radley Ruland, BS '96

Co-Owner

Industry

Advertising & Marketing

Location

Gainesville, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 55

2024: Rank 75

2019: Rank 75

2018: Rank 42

#AdvertisingandMarketing
#Gainesville
#FL
#2019
#2018
#2024

#2025

Regency Square Dental was founded in 1988 by husband and wife Gator Dentists class of 1987, Reinol A. Gonzalez, DMD and Martha E. De La Iglesia-Gonzalez, DMD.

In 2021 Their son Reinol I. Gonzalez, DMD joined the team after graduating #1 in his class at UF College of dentistry in 2020. His fiancé Stephanie I. Gonzalez, DMD also joined the practice in 2021 after graduating from NYU College of Dentistry.

Regency Square Dental is at the leading edge of dental technology when it comes to Implants, Orthodontics, and Crowns and Bridges. They have helped thousands of patients by bringing together 21st-century dental technology and expertise in one place.

Our goal at Regency Square Dental is to offer the very best dental care From our experienced Dentist Team in Davie, FL and the surrounding communities.

At Regency Square Dental, our team believes in learning as much as we can in order to provide the highest quality dental care. Your dental health is our top priority, so we are dedicated to keeping up with the latest technologies. Our office contains the most advanced dental technology in the United States including equipment that can only be found in 5 percent of all dental practices around the country.

We work hard to make your visit here comfortable and to provide you with accurate information about your dental health. Our team can help answer any questions you might have.

regencysquaredental.com

Gator Leader

Reinol Gonzalez DMD ’97

Owner & Dentist

Martha De La Iglesia-Gonzalez, DMD ‘87

Owner & Dentist

Industry

Health

Location

Davie, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 73

2020: Rank 67

#Health
#Davie
#FL
#2020
#2024

Reputation Ink is a marketing and public relations agency focused on business-to-business (B2B) professional services firms. The firm specializes in three core industries: corporate law firms, architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) firms, and other B2B firms. Providing public relations, content marketing, thought leadership, social media marketing, email marketing, video marketing and creative design, the agency has generated millions in ROI for its clients.

http://www.rep-ink.com/

Gator Leader

Michelle Calcote King, BS ’98, MA ‘00

Principal & President

Steven Gallo, AA ’13, BSTE ’13, MAMC ‘15

Vice President, Client Services

Industry

Advertising and Marketing

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 39

2024: Rank 88

#2024

#2025

Responsive Technology Partners is a major leader in the MSP industry, having achieved growth both organically and by acquisition means. Since 2020, Responsive has been recognized by Inc. 5000 four consecutive times in the categories “Fastest growing I.T. Management companies in the Nation” and “Fastest growing privately-held companies in the Nation. Responsive Technology Partners operates in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and Texas with ten offices.

http://www.responsivetechnologypartners.com/

Gator Leader

Steven McComas, BS ‘90

CEO

Industry

IT Services

Location

Metter, GA

Years Honored

2024: Rank 96

#2024

The founder of Ricci Insurance Group, Whitney Ricci, started her career in insurance in 2007 at State Farm where she spent 7 years in sales & operations management roles. In 2014, with hopes of being able to provide the same relationship-based agency model for clients, but with a variety of “A” rated insurance company options for their property & casualty needs, she left to open an independent agency. Going into 2024, her team has grown to 25+ team members and is licensed in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, California, Texas & Washington DC. They have achieved Diamond & Platinum status with different insurance companies and served on multiple agent advisory councils, including President of the Southern states for SafeCo/Liberty Mutual. They are especially proud of the charity referral program they launched in 2020.

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www.ricciinsurancegroup.com

Gator Leader

Whitney Ricci, BA ’06

President

Industry

Insurance

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 94

2023: Rank 53

2022: Rank 43

#Insurance
#Jacksonville
#FL
#2022

#2023
#2024

Riverside Recovery of Tampa is a substance abuse center offering a full continuum of care for men and women suffering from addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. We focus on the long run, not just one stage of your recovery. We provide multiple levels of care to help you move through treatment and prepare for independent life.

http://www.rrtampa.com/

Gator Leader

Gale Kirkpatrick, BS ‘90

CEO

Industry

Health

Location

Tampa, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 67

#2024

#Tampa
#FL
#Health

We are a Team of Infusion Nurses. RN Enterprises has more than 420 excellent Infusion Nurses in 35 States. We contract with Specialty Pharmacies to provide Home Infusion Therapy. The trend to to provide more health care services in the home avoiding the hospital or infusion center. A highly trained expert Infusion Nurse will come to your home and administer your therapy effectively, safely, and with better satisfaction than you would receive anywhere else. We were founded by a Gator Nurse and our company continues to be run by Nurses for Nurses which is unique in the industry. Go RNE and Go Gators!!

http://rn-enterprises.com/

Gator Leader

Rodney G.B. Clements, BS ‘96

Founder/CEO

David Deviese, BA ’04, MBA ‘11

CFO

Industry

Health

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 16

2024: Rank 24

#2024

#Jacksonville
#FL
#Health

#2025

As the world's leading executive search and Private Equity services firm specializing in the chemical, consumer products and technology industries, we understand — from thousands of search experiences - the challenges of solving a high-impact search.

We’ve invested 35+ years researching hiring process and executive search best practices, developing our own tools, and continuously improving our SMART Search System®. We did so to provide

our clients unparalleled, reliable and predictable hiring results.

Our firm's placements include transformational, high-impact C-suite leaders at many Fortune 500 and mid-market leading chemical, technology manufacturing, and material sciences companies. As well, many have gone on to become founders and partners at leading private equity firms.

We leverage decades of experience serving CEOs and Private Equity Leaders. Our research preparation and networking capabilities open doors, while our highly refined, process-driven systems drive opportunity intersections.

Our search firm regularly solves investor and board-driven search mandates for C-suite executives (and board directors), PE investment partners, and operating advisors.

Through our Deal Flow Accelerators platform, we provide Private Equity firms with an extensive network of industry-specific, backable C-suite leaders. Combined with our dedicated in-house business development team, we then facilitate a platform search partnership between the CEO and Private Equity, maximizing successful acquisition opportunities.

Ropella uses specialized software, information research, and marketing excellence to support networking and prospecting campaigns to help our Private Equity clients, assess and close proprietary deals.

https://www.ropella.com/

Gator Leader

Eric Krause, BS ‘10

COO

Industry

Business Products and Services

Location

Milton, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 50

#2024

#Milton
#FL
#BusinessProductsandServices

RTW Photography started as Ride The Wave Photography. In 2016, our Founder and CEO, Derrious Robinson, picked up a camera in an effort to showcase the latest fashion trends. As the company continued to grow, the focus shifted to encompass all photography – specifically portrait photography.

In 2017, the RTW Photography as we know it today, was born. Derrious and Tre, both classmates and fraternity brothers, saw an opportunity to join forces and grow the business. Originally sought after by college students across the state of Florida, RTW became well-known for its iconic graduation photos.

In 2018, the company continued to expand. We set our sights on becoming a wedding photographer. In June of 2018 we had the opportunity to shoot our first wedding….and we killed! For the remainder of the year we continued to expand our wedding photography services, began providing services to small businesses and purchased our first photo booth.

In 2019 We added our third partner, LaVell Monger, to the company. His passion for story-telling and knowledge of cinematography is what we needed to take our company to the next level. During 2019, we expanded our wedding services to include videography, and we also expanded our commercial services.

In 2020, RTW hosted its first class of interns, which consisted of 3 interns from the University of Central Florida. We also invested in live-streaming technology and opened our first Studio in the Parramore Community of Downton Orlando.

http://www.ridethewave.co/

Gator Leader

Derrious Robinson, BS ‘13

President

Walter ‘Tre’ Idlette III, AA ’09, BSAC ’11

Industry

Media

Location

Orlando, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 31

#2024

#Orlando
#FL
#Media

Semper Plugins is the best All in One SEO plugin for business owners, bloggers, designers, developers, photographers, and more. It helps you improve your website’s search rankings so you can get maximum traffic and grow your business. Currently it is being used by over 3 million websites.

https://aioseo.com/

Gator Leader

Syed Balkhi, BA ‘11

CEO

Industry

Software

Location

West Palm Beach, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 22

#2024

#WestPalmBeach
#FL
#Software

Sharma Eminent Domain Lawyers specializes in representing clients facing eminent domain takings across Florida. For over 25 years, we have built a reputation case by case for obtaining favorable results for our clients in an expeditious and effective manner. Like our beloved Florida Gators, we believe in seeking championship type results in a first-class way with integrity.

Our approach is simple: deliver the most value for our clients through settlement or trial. We have a clear vision in each case. We have the necessary relationships to effectuate that vision. We have unparalleled results. Vision - Relationships - Results. Based on this approach, we have recovered over $325,000,000 in compensation for our clients in eminent domain cases across Florida. Sharma Eminent Domain Lawyers practices statewide out of its Winter Garden, Florida office. 

http://www.sharmafl.com/

Gator Leader

Prineet Sharma, BS ‘94

Owner

Industry

Legal Services

Location

Winter Garden, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 3

2024: Rank 34

#2024

#WinterGarden
#FL
#LegalServices

#2025

Shuster Saben & Estevez is the leading law firm in Florida representing medical providers on personal injury protection (P.I.P.) claims. Started in 2004, Shuster Saben & Estevez celebrated 20 years of service this year to the medical community, recovering millions in unpaid PIP benefits for doctors and other medical practices.

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piplaw.com

Gator Leaders

Adam Saben, BS '88

Senior Partner 

Richard Shuster, BS ’91, JD ‘94

Senior Partner

Industry

Legal Services

Location

Miami, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 78

2024: Rank 19

2023: Rank 20

2022: Rank 63

2021: Rank 83

2018: Rank 78

#LegalServices
#Miami
#FL
#2018
#2021​
#2022
#2023

#2022

#2024

#2025

Skyline Analytics is a full-service data intelligence consulting firm. We specialize in FP&A optimization, data integration and analytics, and process automation. We build complete customized solutions to increase visibility into an organization’s data for better adaptive decision-making while helping to enhance transparency and increase profitability by uncovering smarter operational efficiencies.

Skyline Analytics was founded by Christopher Pumo. The idea for Skyline Analytics stemmed from Chris’ desire to offer outsourced FP&A services to middle market companies without an in-house FP&A group. Skyline has since grown beyond that vision, assisting startups searching for investors and large national conglomerates needing additional resources beyond their in-house team, and every size entity in between. In addition, Skyline’s experience is similarly diverse, with clients in engineering, construction, entertainment, financial services, food and beverage, hospitality, information technology, manufacturing, media, retail, among other industries. Skyline’s state-of-the-art solutions solve the most difficult problems organizations face. 

https://skyline-analytics.com/

Gator Leader

Christopher Pumo, MBA ‘14

CEO

Industry

Business Products and Services

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 69

2024: Rank 49

#2024

#BocaRaton
#FL
#BusinessProductsandServices

#2025

Sloane Staffing is one of the nation’s leading marketing technology and demand generation recruitment agencies - they aim to solve real problems in the hiring industry. They provide the very best SaaS sales, technology, and cybersecurity talent to their clientele; companies like Afterpay, Jiffy Lube, Slimfast, and Kroger. Sloane Staffing has placed over 600 candidates in new jobs, secured over $100 million in salaries and has donated more than $50,000 to local South Florida charities.

http://sloanestaffing.com/

Gator Leader

Max Spanier, MA ‘12

President

Industry

Human Resources

Location

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 9

#2024

#FL
#PalmBeachGardens
#HumanResources

Snapper Industrial Products offers industrial and commercial pipe, valves, fittings, and related products for water, steam, gas, air, chemical, high pressure systems and HVAC. As a stocking manufacturers distributor our extensive inventory guarantees Snapper will be the one stop shop for all your needs. Snapper has been serving Atlanta and the southeast since 1975.

http://snapperindustrialproducts.com/

Gator Leader

Wesley Snapp, BS ‘02

CEO

Industry

Wholesaler of Construction Products

Location

Atlanta, GA

Years Honored

2025: Rank 85

2024: Rank 99

#2024

#Atlanta
#GA

#2025

ABOUT US:

Snyder Building Construction is a commercial ground-up, tenant improvement, and restaurant / retail construction general contractor in Colorado’s Front Range. Long-lasting relationships and a team-oriented approach allow us to be honest, fair, and transparent in every facet of the construction process. Expect meticulously planned details and craftsman-like installation paired with a small team dedicated to quality care and attention. Snyder Building Construction was born and raised in Denver with nearly 100 combined years of local experience in commercial construction.

WHAT WE DO:

Build long-lasting partnerships with clients and subcontractor teams to be your trusted general contractor.

Focus on commercial projects up to $10M to provide the highest value to each client.

Specialize in tenant improvement, interior construction, commercial ground-up construction, as well as restaurant and retail construction in Denver and surrounding Colorado counties.

OUR MISSION:

To become your most trusted contractor and partner now and for future projects.

To carefully plan details, provide craftsmen-like installation, and exceed expectations.

Engage all team member to produce an honest, fair, and transparent project delivery plan.

To build high-quality, trustworthy relationships with commercial subcontractors in and around Denver.

http://www.snyderbuilding.com/

Gator Leader

Richard Snyder, BS ‘00

President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Englewood, CO

Years Honored

2024: Rank 82

#2024

#Englewood
#CO
#ConstructionandDesign

Southeast Concrete Systems, Inc. is a trusted partner for all your concrete construction needs, specializing in turnkey commercial tilt-up construction. With over two decades of industry experience and more than five million square feet of concrete on the ground, we take pride in delivering exceptional results across various sectors, including commercial, retail, and industrial markets. Our projects range from smaller additions to new ground-up structures, showcasing our expertise in tilt walls, slabs, decks, foundations, and more.

Licensed in eight states, we currently see our work throughout Georgia, Florida, Alabama, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee. Our skilled team, led by industry veterans Adam Pearlman and Ken Blumbek, utilizes the latest technology and techniques to ensure high-quality results and timely project completion. At Southeast Concrete Systems, we value communication with our customers, dedication to our employees, and a commitment to excellence in all that we do. Our attention to detail and focus on client satisfaction make us a trusted choice in the field of concrete construction. 

seconcretesystems.com

Gator Leader

Adam Pearlman, BS '91

CEO

Ken Blumbek, BS '97

President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Alpharetta, GA

Years Honored

2025: Rank 4

2024: Rank 11

2023: Rank 99

#GA
#Alpharetta
#ConstructionandDesign
#2023

#2024

#2025

Spotlight Energy is a wholesale energy marketing company. Spotlight focuses primarily on North American natural gas trading and asset management and are serving wholesale users from coast to coast. Spotlight’s core focus is providing value to our customers and maintaining relationships driven by trust and dependability, while at the same time creating a culture of passion, dedication, and creativity from its employees.

spotlight-energy.com

Gator Leaders

Jesse Eisner, BA ’01

COO

Jacob Field, BA ’02, MA ’03

President

Industry

Energy

Location

Houston, TX

Years Honored

2024: Rank 17

2023: Rank 23

2021: Rank 39

#2021
#Houston
#TX
#Energy
#2023

#2024

Springer Voss Construction (SVC) stands as a pillar of commercial construction in Central Florida, with a legacy of excellence, innovation, and community partnership spanning over three decades. Originally founded in 1987 as Springer Construction, the company was revitalized in 2019 under the leadership of Jeremy Voss and Cole Springer. Today, SVC is recognized as a premier general contractor, distinguished for its commitment to quality, schedule fidelity, and building lasting client trust. With over 500 projects completed across Florida in the last five years, including more than 200 in Polk County, SVC has established itself as a trusted leader in the construction industry. SVC has expanded and built a diverse portfolio of projects across industrial and warehouse facilities, retail and mixed-use developments, financial institutions, government and public works, themed entertainment venues, and healthcare and educational facilities.

SVC’s success is deeply rooted in its collaborative, relationship-driven approach, which prioritizes transparency, proactive communication, and meticulous preconstruction planning. The company has fostered strong partnerships with over 2,000 subcontractors across Florida, creating a network of skilled professionals dedicated to achieving shared goals. These longstanding relationships enable the company to assemble the right teams for each project, ensuring seamless execution and superior results. From concept to completion, the company’s unwavering focus on collaboration, accountability, and strategic foresight continues to drive success across every project. SVC remains a leader in the construction industry and a valued partner across the Southeast. 

Our blueprint for success is delivering quality construction on time and on budget.

http://www.springervoss.com

Gator Leader

Jeremy Voss, BS '02

President

Cole Springer, BS ‘14

Vice President

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Lakeland, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 90

2024: Rank 80

2023: Rank 11

2022: Rank 13

2021: Rank 44

#2021
#FL
#Lakeland
#ConstructionandDesign
#2022
#2023#2022

#2024

#2025

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

2024: Rank 61

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

#2024

StevenDouglas, one of the nation’s leading boutique Search and Interim Resources firms, has been a recognized leader in identifying and providing access to top talent for clients since 1983. Our client base is industry agnostic and ranges from start-ups and emerging middle-market to Fortune 500 companies and private equity firms.

We approach the work we do for clients and candidates as trusted advisors that help provide the tools and processes necessary for success.

http://www.stevendouglas.com/

Gator Leader

Matthew Shore, BS ‘92, MA ‘94

CEO

Industry

Other: Executive Search and Interim Resources

Location

Sunrise, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 52

#2024

#Sunrise
#FL
#Other

Stevens Construction was established in Fort Myers by Mark Stevens. Mark returned to his hometown after graduating from the University of Florida to build his career and start his family. While working for another construction company, Mark identified a need in the community for a company that would provide more than construction. He recognized that clients would benefit from a company who can guide them thru the entire development and construction process as it can be an overwhelming feat. This may include selecting a project site and design team, permitting and providing guidance through the whole design process which enables clients to make decisions that allow them to save money, time and provides the best construction experience possible. Often this is providing recommendations for products, systems and materials that may provide more efficiency in the long-run, lower costs, have shorter lead-time and still achieve the clients’ goal. This process positions every project for success and what sets Stevens Construction apart.

Stevens Construction’s pre-construction and construction services (referred to as construction management) proved to be a solution within the community as the company quickly grew and became an industry leader, building healthcare, commercial, hospitality and government projects throughout Florida. Clients valued the exceptional quality of construction and high level of service delivered through a transparent process. The Company expanded to Orlando and Sarasota but the headquarters have always remained in Fort Myers.

Mark is most proud that the company continually achieves its goals, surpasses clients’ expectations, encourages professional development opportunities for team members and gives back to the community. Achievement of these criteria have allowed Stevens Construction to be recognized by its peers as the only company to earn Contractor of the Year at the Lee Building Industry Association’s Summit Awards for ten years. The company has received more than 100 awards in construction and safety excellence and earned a position for six years on the Inc. Magazine Fastest-Growing Companies in America, Inc. 5000.

Mark attributes the success of the company to focusing on building projects that best suit the experience of the team and carefully balancing the diversification of work between healthcare, commercial, hospitality and government projects. With the Mission to: “Identify, hire and retain the very best people.” Mark commends the 68 professionals comprising the Stevens Construction team for sharing the dedication that he does to achieving clients’ goals 100% of the time.

Construction is a service-based industry thus there is no higher priority than customer service. The Company stands behind the work they do and provides an exceeded warranty for projects, offering double the industry standard. The Company has received 90% of its business from repeat or referred clients which is a testament to the level of client satisfaction.

Stevens Construction launched a special projects division in 2018 which enables us to better serve existing and new clients with projects under $1M. This division has benefitted our existing clients with repairs, additions and renovations as their buildings mature or their needs evolve.

http://www.stevensconstructioninc.com

Gator Leader

Mark Stevens, BS ’90

President

Daniel Adams, BS ’00

Executive Vice President/Partner

Industry

Construction and Design

Location

Ft. Myers, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 56

2023: Rank 66

#ConstructionandDesign 
#Miami
#FL
#2023 

#2024

As recognized experts in design thinking, strategy development, program management, and post-merger integration, Stonehill helps companies to identify opportunity, create change, and accelerate growth. Stonehill’s teams consist of an innovative blend of creative, technology, business intelligence, and project management experts, giving them the ability to unite the functional silos of business with the common objective of creating differentiated customer experiences. Stonehill was recognized in 2019 as the United States Chamber of Commerce Emerging Business of the Year and in 2021 as Insight Magazine Design Leader of the Year.

www.stonehillinnovation.com

Gator Leader

Douglass Pace, BS ’96

CEO

Julie Stollings, BS ‘11

Industry

Business Products and Services

Location

Tampa, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 57

2023: Rank 93

2022: Rank 38

#BusinessProductsandServices
#Tampa
#FL
#2022
#2023

#2024

Stretch Zone was founded in Miami, FL in 2004 by Jorden Gold,
one of the world's foremost experts in practitioner-assisted
stretching. After successfully improving his grandfather's physical
limitations caused by diabetes through practitioner-assisted
stretching, Gold was inspired to scale his approach and make it
available to the masses.

“My grandfather was my best friend my entire life, and in later
years from complications of diabetes he became bedridden.
I decided to stretch him every day,” he recalled. “In about a year’s
time I got him from not walking, to a walker, to a cane, to dancing
at my cousin’s wedding, and I knew I had to scale it.”

Stretch Zone has experienced unprecedented growth,
surpassing 300 locations nationwide as of Q2 of 2023.
Stretch Zone had a remarkable 2022, with a
55% increase in new locations. Amazingly,
Stretch Zone has never had a studio close to date.
President and CEO Tony Zaccario
has set the brand on its growth
trajectory, continually solidifying
Stretch Zone’s ascension to the top
of its category, while building
credibility with record-setting
performance in the industry.

-Our patented strapping system and proprietary
tables isolate and stabilize muscles.

-Certified practitioners provide effective and
efficient stretches.

-The Stretch Zone Method adjusts stretch reflexes
and retrains the nervous system.

Our proprietary method helps clients:
+ Feel Lighter & Younger
+ Relieve Stiffness & Soreness
+ Enhance Physical & Athletic Performance
+ Increase & Maintain Range of Motion

The Stretch Zone Method
includes our 3, 5, 7 intensity
scale that our practitioners
use to communicate with
clients and gauge each
stretch.

Our practitioners undergo a rigorous certification
process in the Stretch Zone Method, a nationally
recognized certification approved by the National
Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage &
Bodywork. Stretch Zone is recognized and
awarded the esteemed designation of Board
Approved Continuing Education Provider.

Our Master Practitioners lead a comprehensive
hands-on training and certification program.
Prior to being able to work in a Stretch Zone
Studio, all practitioners must attend a one-week
program and pass an exam to be certified.

http://www.stretchzone.com/

Gator Leader

Tony Zaccario, BS ‘14

Chairman and CEO

Industry

Consumer Products and Services

Location

Ft Lauderdale, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 16

#2024

#FortLauderdale
#FL
#ConsumerProductsandServices

SVN | Saunders Ralston Dantzler Real Estate is a full-service land and commercial real estate brokerage representing buyers, sellers, investors, institutions, and landowners since 1996. We are recognized nationally as an authority on all types of land, including, agriculture, ranch, recreation, residential development, and international properties. Our commercial real estate services include marketing, property management, leasing and tenant representation, valuation, advisory, and counseling services for office, retail, industrial, and multi-family properties. With over 100 expert advisors located in Florida and Georgia, we provide our clients with professional knowledge and resources to ensure the buyer’s and seller’s needs are met.

https://www.saundersrealestate.com/

Gator Leader

Dean Saunders, BS ‘82

Chairman and CEO

Industry

Real Estate

Location

Lakeland, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 27

#2024

#Lakeland
#FL
#RealEstate

TerraCap Management, LLC is a commercial real estate investment manager focused on value-add real estate acquisitions in the South Atlantic, West Central South, and West Mountain regions of the United States. TerraCap considers thematic factors such as business formation, employment growth and population growth on a market-by-market basis, as most metros and submarkets have unique economic-based industries and therefore move through their economic cycles differently. TerraCap makes moderate strategic overweighting or underweighting to markets, depending on the specific economic drivers influencing supply and demand. TerraCap intends to invest in assets so that no economic industry base will be allowed to dominate any property or the portfolio’s performance.

TerraCap has been in operation since 2008 with offices located in Naples, FL, Tampa, FL, Denver, CO, and the Atlanta, GA metro area. With over 18,000,000 square feet of real estate acquired to date, TerraCap currently manages in excess of 11,000,000 square feet. TerraCap’s value-oriented approach historically consists of purchasing properties below replacement cost with conservative leverage.

TerraCap aims to seize investment opportunities that are generated by distressed, event oriented, or mismanaged situations. By acquiring properties below replacement costs, TerraCap intends to build a robust, defensive capital structure for investors, and retain tenants under favorable short and long-term conditions.

TerraCap’s principals aim to diversify the firm’s real estate portfolio across several asset classes including multifamily, industrial, and office.

terracapmgmt.com

Gator Leader

W. Stephen Hagenbuckle, BA ‘85

Managing Partner

Industry

Real Estate

Location

Naples, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 26

2022: Rank 86

2016: Rank 15

2015: Rank 21

#2015
#2016
#Bonita Springs
#FL
#Financial Services
#2022

#Naples
#2024

The Association Partner propels associations Upward by accelerating non-dues revenue, Onward by cultivating long-term, impactful relationships, and Forward, by ensuring individuals, organizations, & advocates in their industries that the Best Is Yet To Come!

http://www.theassociationpartner.com/

Gator Leader

Brian Donohoe, BS ‘08

CEO

Industry

Advertising and Marketing

Location

St. Augustine, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 57

2024: Rank 55

#2024

#St.Augustine
#FL
#AdvertisingandMarketing

#2025

The Midtown Group Is a Premier Woman-Owned Staffing and Full Service Solutions Provider.

As the “Best Place To Work” for high-performance entrepreneurial staffing professionals, The Midtown Group provides the most qualified resources specializing in IT, Legal, and Professional Services, to solve client problems and achieve their goals with the right solution, delivered with speed unmatched by competitors.

With skilled professionals across the country, we offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire solutions to the public and private sector. Currently, we are supporting 170+ government and commercial organizations in 36 states, from San Francisco to Boston, and everywhere in between.

As a leading staffing and consulting firm, we consistently win awards for being the best at what we do.

Our mission is to connect people to life-changing career opportunities, and workplaces to remarkable, reliable talent.

Midtown believes that every working professional should love what they do, and every customer deserves to have their requests met with red carpet service.

As we continue to build partnerships with skilled professionals and growing organizations, we are committed to providing a network that connects everyone to the right fit at the right time.

themidtowngroup.com

Gator Leader

Helen Stefan-Moreau, BS ‘88

President and CEO

Industry

Human Resources

Location

Washington, DC

Years Honored

2024: Rank 54

2023: Rank 43

2016: Rank 58

2015: Rank 86

#Washington
#DC
#2015
#2016
#HumanResources
#2023 

#2024

Known as The Smallest Big Agency On Earth, ThinkSpark provides big agency marketing talent through a purposely smaller firm. The result is more passion, more dedication, and lower fees for highest-end marketing work. Client experience includes Pepsi, Johnson & Johnson, GE, and UF Health along with smaller businesses and startups. Services include video production, website design, digital marketing, branding, and strategic consultation.

ThinkSparkInc.com

Gator Leader

Richard Davis, BA'93

Founder, CCO

Industry

Advertising and Marketing

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 6

2023: Rank 10

2021: Rank 70

#2021
#Jacksonville
#FL
#AdvertisingandMarketing
#2023

#2024

It’s not unusual to see our pumps at the construction site down the road, or even at the largest and most challenging projects in the world. Whether cleaning up an oil spill in Alaska, dewatering a construction site for a nuclear power plant in Georgia, controlling hurricane floods in Florida, or simply helping to build the new apartment complex in the neighborhood, we are there.

For over 50 years Thompson pumps have stood up to some of the toughest challenges and harshest environments. Since opening our doors in 1970 we’ve earned a reputation for building the highest quality pumps for construction, public works, mining, and water and wastewater projects. Our customers depend on us for everything from pump design to service and repair; and we back it up with customer training through our unique Pumpology school, geared to meet the specific needs of the variety of applications our line of pumps takes on. With dedicated service teams and distributors across the U.S. and overseas, coupled with our former years of experience in rental operations, we provide the expertise to help each customer complete their project efficiently and cost-effectively.

Back in 1973, George Thompson earned the reputation of innovator by designing the first rotary pump for dewatering — the original Thompson rotary wellpoint pump that has been trusted by contractors worldwide for more than 50 years. Our track record of advancing pump performance continues with innovative products such as the dry-prime pump Enviroprime System®, Silent Knight® and Arctic Knight®.

Today, equipped with our ISO 9001:2015 certification, the globally recognized standard of quality assurance, Thompson Pump forges ahead with precision manufacturing and customer service.

http://www.thompsonpump.com/

Gator Leader

Chris Thompson, BA ‘99

President

Industry

Manufacturing

Location

Port Orange, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 61

2024: Rank 97

#2024

#FL
#Manufacturing

#2025

TotalBrokerage offers the real estate industry’s most comprehensive sales and management platform built to scale brokerage performance, from first contact to close. Developed for brokers by industry-leading brokers, TotalBrokerage’s robust platform is the only solution brokerages, agents, and admins need to streamline daily processes. Unlike traditional SaaS tools, TotalBrokerage serves as an expert advisor, offering custom consultative services that empower brokerages to implement the most intelligent business decisions. With feature-rich solutions that easily integrate with other systems and unparalleled client service, TotalBrokerage enables brokerages to gain a competitive edge, optimize operations, save valuable time and resources, and sell more homes faster.

http://www.totalbrokerage.com/

Gator Leader

Michael Mosseri, BS ‘01

CEO

Ben Schachter, BA ‘00

Director of Brokerage Strategy

Industry

Software

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 14

#2024

#Software
#BocaRaton
#FL

Transfr is an emerging leader in virtual reality (VR) based vocational career exploration and pre-apprentice training. Transfr provides hands-on and immersive-simulation training for high growth in-demand careers that give real-world experience in the skills needed for job success, development, and retention. Using a headset, trainees are guided through simulations by a digital coach to engage in career exploration, job training, and practice and assessment use cases. Transfr’s innovative platform promotes ever-improving quality and lower development costs of VR simulations.

http://www.transfrinc.com/

Gator Leader

Bharani Rajakumar, BS ‘04

Founder and CEO

Ashley Bittner, BA ‘07

Board Member

Industry

Education

Location

New York, NY

Years Honored

2024: Rank 2

#2024

#NewYork
#NY
#Education

True North Health Center was founded in June of 2018 by Dr. Joshua Logan, a University of Florida alumni (Class of 2014), and his wife Dr. Taylor Logan. Located in the heart of Northern Colorado Springs, True North Health Center is an award-winning, neurologically based, holistic healthcare facility. True North Health Center was born out of a shared vision to provide a comprehensive, holistic approach to healthcare. Dr. Joshua and Dr. Taylor recognized the need for a healthcare facility that not only addressed symptoms of individuals' health concerns but delved into the root causes of health issues and worked to address them at the source. Their dedication to helping individuals attain true health set the stage for what has become one of Colorado Springs' top-rated holistic healthcare facilities.

True North Health Center strives to offer superior holistic health care to each and every patient, including chiropractic services, natural neuropathy reversal, spinal decompression, knee decompression, tissue regenerative therapy, and gut healing. While other clinics may use traditional techniques and approaches, we go a step further, leveraging the latest research and technology, to target the underlying neurological and structural imbalances that contribute to an individual's health challenges. Our team of highly skilled and experienced doctors are dedicated to providing individualized treatment plans tailored to the specific needs of each patient. Our goal is to empower each one of our patients to live a healthy and active lifestyle, naturally. As evidence of our commitment to excellence, we have won "Best of Colorado Springs" for the last three years and have over 300 five-star reviews. We are proud to be the trusted name in neurologically based holistic healthcare in Colorado Springs.

At True North, we take pride in offering a personalized experience for each and every patient. From our state-of-the-art facility, to our friendly and knowledgeable team, we are dedicated to providing the highest standard of care. Our mission is to see every individual in our community live out their "True North" through specific, neurologically-based health care.

True North Health Center is also deeply dedicated to transcending the boundaries of our office space and actively contributing to the welfare of the Colorado Springs community. Since its official inauguration in July 2018, True North has allocated 10% of its gross revenue to support local charities, ministries, organizations, and non-profit endeavors. In addition to this financial commitment, the organization maintains ongoing partnerships with these entities, orchestrating various drives and fundraising events to further enhance its tangible impact on the Colorado Springs community.

As we reflect on our journey, we are grateful for the countless lives we've touched, for the transformations we've witnessed, and for the extraordinary team of professionals who have dedicated themselves to the True North vision. We remain committed to our mission and vision, and we're excited to continue growing, innovating, and supporting individuals on their paths to achieve True Health, naturally.

http://www.thetruenorthlife.com/

Gator Leader

Joshua Logan, BS ‘14

CEO/Co-Owner

Industry

Health

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Years Honored

2024: Rank 46

#2024

#CO
#Health

After a decade of invaluable experience at DHL and armed with an MBA from the University of Florida's Warrington School of Business, Javier Salazar laid the foundation for Venture Logistics in 2006. This blend of academic excellence and hands-on industry knowledge made Javier's vision for Venture both ambitious and well-grounded. Since its inception, Venture Logistics has been a beacon of growth and expertise in the logistics industry. Venture Logistics is a 3PL provider that proudly operates from its state-of-the-art 130,000 square foot facility. This strategic positioning capitalizes on Miami's presence as a major hub of international trade, a pivotal advantage for both domestic and international enterprises engaged in the importing, warehousing, and transport of goods. We offer an array of services ranging from third-party warehousing, distribution, fulfillment, transportation and customs brokerage. Our customers, which comprise of importers, manufacturers, and distributors, lean on our expertise to navigate their products efficiently through the complex supply chain maze. Our mission resonates with commitment and value. We aim to bolster our customers’ supply chain’s efficiency, allowing them to channel their focus on their primary business. Every service we provide is carefully designed, implemented, and executed to ensure optimum cost-effectiveness. But, at Venture, it isn’t just about delivering services; it's about adding value. Our promise is to enhance the intrinsic worth of our client’s products and services, ensuring they are always met with satisfaction. With Venture Logistics by your side, you're not just choosing a service; you're choosing a dedicated partner for your journey towards logistical excellence.

http://www.venlogis.com/

Gator Leader

Javier Salazar, MBA ‘06

President

Industry

Other: Logistics and Transportation

Location

Miami, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 23

2024: Rank 32

#2024

#Miami
#FL
#Other

#2025

Veteran Media Group provides turnkey visual content production, digital signage solution integration, and visual asset management to connect your customers to your business.

We collaborate with leading manufactures of the latest technology in the multimedia industry to delivery ideas and solutions to meet our client’s needs.

VMG is a Veteran Owned Small Business that is built on the values and principles of the US Military. VMG can accomplish challenging multimedia projects with exceptional results.

http://www.veteranmediagroup.com/

Gator Leader

Richard Smith, BS ‘07

Managing Partner

Industry

Business Products and Services

Location

Sarasota, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 18

#2024

#Sarasota
#FL
#BusinessProductsandServices

We are creators and innovators. At Vickers Design Group, our team is passionate about creating smart, responsive, and intentional design solutions that positively impact the lives and well-being of our clients and community. Our four studios – Tenant Solutions, Landlord Solutions, Special Projects, and Architecture – provide limitless interior design and architectural solutions for businesses to thrive. 

The VDG approach is not a one-size-fits-all, and we are not constrained to one look or one type of project. Instead, we make spaces uniquely suited to each client. Our talented team tackles a variety of project types including corporate, industrial, restaurants, breweries, retail, multifamily, ground-up and adaptive reuse.

Where others see hurdles, we unleash creativity, and where others see limitations, we imagine possibilities. That’s designed to work. 

vickersdesigngroup.com

Gator Leader

Travis Vickers, BS '95, MARCH '97

Principal - CEO

Industry

Construction & Design

Location

Atlanta, GA

Years Honored

2025: Rank 37

2024: Rank 81

2019: Rank 83

2018: Rank 21

#2019
#2018
#Atlanta
#GA
#ConstructionandDesign

#2024

#2025

With four locations around New York City, the team at Wellspring Dental is committed to providing boutique, high-quality dental care in a convenient and accessible setting.

Wellspring Dental was founded in 2016 when Dr. Mitch Zientz opened the first office in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. Dr. Zientz’s dental school colleague and friend, Dr. Phillip Claassen, partnered with Wellspring Dental in 2018 to make the duo’s dream of offering personalized and comfortable care in New York City a reality. Since then, the team has grown to include seven doctors across their four offices in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

Wellspring Dental’s highly skilled team aims to create a warm and hospitable experience for every patient from the moment they walk through the door. They understand that a visit to the dentist can be daunting and take the time to get to know patients and explain treatments and procedures during every visit. Wellspring Dental offers a wide range of services using cutting-edge technologies from cosmetic and general dentistry to implants and Invisalign. Every member of the Wellspring team shares a passion for providing the best possible care and, in order to do so, regularly look for opportunities to further their education and stay up to date on the latest research and technologies.

Since first opening in 2016, Wellspring Dental’s top priority has remained the same - to work with patients to create attainable goals and expectations, to keep their smiles healthy, and make a visit to the dentist something to look forward to.

www.wellspring.dental

Gator Leader

Mitch Zientz, DMD ’14

Founder

Phillip Claassen, DMD ’15

Dentist

Industry

Health

Location

Brooklyn, NY

Years Honored

2024: Rank 79

2023: Rank 47

2022: Rank 33

#Health
#Brooklyn
#NY
#2022
#2023 

#2024

WPForms is the most user-friendly drag-and-drop form builder that helps you create beautiful responsive online forms for your website in minutes. You can use it to create contact forms, online surveys, polls, order forms, donation forms, and more. Currently, it is being used by over 3 million websites.

wpforms.com

Gator Leader

Syed Balkhi, BA '11

CEO

Industry

Software

Location

West Palm Beach, FL

Years Honored

2024: Rank 68

2022: Rank 6

2021: Rank 8

#2021
#WestPalmBeach
#FL
#Software
#2022

#2024

Yunique puts the human back into the medical experience. The client is unique-Their circumstances, their physiology, their attitude, and their ambition. The practice is unique-It offers an unrivaled experience paired with groundbreaking results. Both the clients and the practice come together to form Yunique Medical. Rather than looking at Yunique as a combination of art and science, we are viewing it as an elevation of science into an art form.

www.yuniquemedical.com

Gator Leader

Larry Siegel, MS ’08

Founder/CEO

Industry

Health

Location

Ponce Inlet, FL

Years Honored

2025: Rank 51

2024: Rank 83

2023: Rank 52

2022: Rank 93

#2022
#Health
#Ponce 
#FL

#2023
#2024

#2025