FLAGSHIP ISSUE

2025

About Flagship Issue:

In 2025, 100 small businesses stood out for their performance, innovation, and impact. This flagship issue showcases these companies and their leadership, achievements, and the entrepreneurial excellence they bring to today’s economy.


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Mekari


Suwandi Soh, CEO, Mekari

Mekari is a business software platform designed to meet the diverse operational needs of Southeast Asian businesses. It brings together features for HR, accounting, payroll, operations, and productivity in a single interface.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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Naluri


Azran Osman-Rani, Co-Founder & Group CEO, Naluri

Naluri is an evidence-based digital health company that addresses chronic and mental health conditions that raise healthcare costs and affect workplace wellbeing. The platform helps organisations predict, prevent, and manage diabetes, heart disease, cancer, stress, depression, and anxiety.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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KKday


Ming Chen, Founder, KKday

KKday is the leading e-commerce travel platform that connects travelers with authentic local tours and activities.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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Agostino Utilities


Albert Augustine Jr., Owner & President, Agostino Utilities

Agostino Utilities is a utility services company specializing in rapid response and restoration of power infrastructure following storms and outages. With a focus on safety, quality, and professionalism, the company offers a range of services from emergency storm recovery to installation of high-voltage utility poles for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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BT2 Energy


Shonté Davidson, CEO, BT2 Energy

BT2, or Better Together Brain Trust, is a turnkey provider of EV charging, energy efficiency solutions, and comprehensive electrification services. The company stands out for its ability to manage projects from design to implementation and ongoing maintenance.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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Arka HR


Marcela Aldaz-Matos, Co-Founder & CEO, Arka HR

Arka HR is a human capital management firm that provides tailored solutions to align talent strategy with business objectives. The company helps organisations unlock the full potential of their workforce and drive meaningful engagement.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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SPACE


Kathie Fuce-Hobohm, Dealer Principal, SPACE, Inc.

SPACE, Inc. is a workplace design firm focused on designing workspaces that inspire productivity, creativity, and collaboration. Co-founded by Kathie Fuce-Hobohm and Lisa Hulbert, the company began with the belief that well-designed spaces foster productivity, creativity, and collaboration.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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CommonCents Credit Union


Donnielle Goff, CEO, CommonCents Credit Union

CommonCents Credit Union is a member-focused financial institution serving Jefferson and Chambers Counties. The credit union is guided by the belief that banking should be personal, accessible, and rooted in community values.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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Kilncare Limited


Brian Sherwin, Founder, Kilncare Limited

Kilncare Limited is the UK’s leading manufacturer and service provider of art kilns, trusted by artists, educators, and creative businesses across the country.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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Jet Through Limited


Luke Y., Managing Director, Jet Through Limited

Jet Through Limited is a UK-based drainage services company providing solutions around the clock, every day of the year. From drain cleaning and unblocking to repairs and high-pressure jetting, the company serves both residential and commercial clients nationwide.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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The Pet Vet


Mel Fuller, CEO, The Pet Vet

The Pet Vet is the UK’s largest independent, family-owned veterinary group, serving communities nationwide. The company provides compassionate care to pets while guiding and supporting their families, helping them feel confident, informed, and reassured.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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My Mortgage Angel


Samantha Lindsay, Founder, My Mortgage Angel

My Mortgage Angel is a mortgage and protection advisory firm that was founded to transform how people experience financial guidance. Rather than relying on rigid processes, the company puts people first, ensuring clients feel heard, supported, and informed as they make one of life’s most significant financial decisions.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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AmplifyME


William de Lucy, Co-Founder & CEO, AmplifyME

AmplifyME is a financial training and technology company providing simulation-based programs that reshape how young people enter the industry.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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Dynisma


Graeme Cook, CEO, Dynisma

Dynisma is a UK-based engineering company that designs and builds high-fidelity motion simulators for elite motorsport teams and leading automotive manufacturers.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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J&B Recycling


Vikki Jackson Smith, CEO, J&B Recycling

J&B Recycling is a nationally recognised recycling and waste management company that has grown steadily since its founding in 1998. Part of FCC Environment, the company started as a small family-run operation and has developed into a modern, well-established business serving both local authorities and commercial clients.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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The TEFL Org


Jennifer MacKenzie, Co-Founder & Director, The TEFL Org

The TEFL Org is an internationally recognised provider of TEFL training, offering courses across the UK, Ireland, China, and Spain.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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thebigword


Larry Gould, Founder & CEO, thebigword

thebigword is a leading global provider of language services, offering translation, interpretation, localisation, and language technology solutions to businesses, public-sector organisations, and individuals.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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AltoLeap Inc


Lamar Falconer, CEO, AltoLeap Inc

AltoLeap Inc is a custom software agency helping businesses work smarter. Specialising in workflow management and process optimisation, the company partners with clients across industries to streamline operations, boost productivity, and enhance the experiences of their employees and customers.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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Page Pros


Jesse Galati, Co-Founder & CEO, Page Pros

Page Pros is an award-winning digital marketing agency recognized for its strong client relationships. Founded to support small and medium-sized businesses, it delivers transparent, cost-effective marketing solutions that drive sustainable growth.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

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Dispatch Integration


Cameron Hay, Co-Founder & CEO, Dispatch Integration

Dispatch Integration is a technology solutions company that builds secure, scalable integrations for businesses managing sophisticated digital operations.


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100 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025