GAINESVILLE, FL - August 20, 2025 - GrowFL announced today the finalists for the 15th Annual GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch Awards. This prestigious program recognizes high-growth, second-stage companies for their exceptional innovation and potential for future success.
The awards, sponsored by Nperspective CFO & Strategic Services and in partnership with the Edward Lowe Foundation, honor businesses that are crucial to Florida's economic vitality. These companies have shown strong leadership, overcome challenges, and made a positive impact on their communities and industries through their commitment to innovation.
This year, the program received over 500 nominations from more than 60 organizations across Florida. To be eligible, companies must have employed between 6 and 150 people and generated between $750,000 and $100 million in revenue in 2024. A rigorous selection process narrowed the field to an impressive group of finalists who collectively employed over 3,000 people and generated more than $1 billion in revenue last year. These companies project a combined 20% revenue growth and a 22% increase in jobs by the end of 2025.
“We are excited to recognize these outstanding companies,” said Robert Newland, Chair of GrowFL and President & CEO Newland Associates. “Their achievements exemplify the entrepreneurial spirit that drives our state's economy forward. These finalists inspire us all with their dedication to innovation and growth.”
Jeff Holder, Chair of the GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch Committee and Business Advisor for G&A Partners added, “This year's finalists showcase the remarkable resilience and creativity of Florida's entrepreneurs. Their achievements in a dynamic business landscape inspire others to reach for excellence. The GrowFL community is delighted to celebrate this year's finalists and looks forward to announcing the top 50 Honorees in October.”
The top 50 Honorees will be celebrated at the awards ceremony on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Hard Rock Live, Universal CityWalk in Orlando. This event will feature networking opportunities, inspiring presentations, and a celebration of the honorees' success.
Early bird tickets are available now through September 1st. Learn more here and purchase your tickets to the Awards Gala here: https://growfl.com/about-growfl-flctw/. Media interested in attending the awards ceremony or conducting interviews with finalists should contact Tammie Sweet at TSweet@GrowFL.com or 407-498-5323.
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