List of 30 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

List of 30 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025

Here’s the list of companies recognized under the ‘30 Outstanding Small Businesses of the Year 2025’ issue.


Agostino Utilities

Agostino Utilities

DESCRIPTION

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.

NAME & DESIGNATION
Albert Augustine Jr., Owner & President

BT2

BT2

DESCRIPTION

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. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Shonté Davidson, CEO

Arka HR

Arka HR

DESCRIPTION

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. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Marcela Aldaz-Matos, Co-Founder & CEO
WEBSITE

SPACE, Inc.

SPACE, Inc.

DESCRIPTION

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. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Kathie Fuce-Hobohm, Dealer Principal

CommonCents Credit Union

CommonCents Credit Union

DESCRIPTION

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.

NAME & DESIGNATION
Donnielle Goff, CEO

Kilncare Limited

Kilncare Limited

DESCRIPTION

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

NAME & DESIGNATION
Brian Sherwin, Founder

Jet Through Limited

Jet Through Limited

DESCRIPTION

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. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Luke Y., Managing Director

The Pet Vet

The Pet Vet

DESCRIPTION

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. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Mel Fuller, CEO

My Mortgage Angel

My Mortgage Angel

DESCRIPTION

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.

NAME & DESIGNATION
Samantha Lindsay, Founder

AmplifyME

AmplifyME

DESCRIPTION

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

NAME & DESIGNATION
William de Lucy, Co-Founder & CEO

Dynisma 

Dynisma 

DESCRIPTION

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

NAME & DESIGNATION
Graeme Cook, CEO

J&B Recycling

J&B Recycling

DESCRIPTION

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.

NAME & DESIGNATION
Vikki Jackson Smith, CEO

The TEFL Org

The TEFL Org

DESCRIPTION

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

NAME & DESIGNATION
Jennifer MacKenzie, Co-Founder & Director
WEBSITE

thebigword

thebigword

DESCRIPTION

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

NAME & DESIGNATION
Larry Gould, Founder & CEO

AltoLeap Inc

AltoLeap Inc

DESCRIPTION

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.

NAME & DESIGNATION
Lamar Falconer, CEO

Page Pros

Page Pros

DESCRIPTION

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.

NAME & DESIGNATION
Jesse Galati, Co-Founder & CEO

Dispatch Integration

Dispatch Integration

DESCRIPTION

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

NAME & DESIGNATION
Joseph Saad, Founder, Pharmabest.ca

Senior Homecare by Angels

Senior Homecare by Angels

DESCRIPTION

Senior Homecare by Angels is a leading provider of in-home elder care services in Canada, with a reputation built on decades of experience and community trust. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Mary Olanubi, Director

360 General Contractor, Inc.

360 General Contractor, Inc.

DESCRIPTION

360 General Contractor, Inc. is a construction company recognized across Southern Texas for its expertise in commercial and industrial projects. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Richard Rivera, Founder & CEO

Adcetera

Adcetera

DESCRIPTION

Adcetera is an integrated advertising and digital marketing agency with more than forty years of experience helping brands connect with audiences, convert prospects, and achieve sustainable growth. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Kristy Sexton, Founder & CCO

Deluxe Corporation

Deluxe Corporation

DESCRIPTION

Deluxe Corporation is a trusted payments and data company that champions businesses so communities can thrive. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Barry C. McCarthy, President & CEO
WEBSITE

Bank of Springfield

Bank of Springfield

DESCRIPTION

Bank of Springfield is a community-driven bank with deep roots in Springfield, Illinois. Founded in 1965 by Jack A. Marantz, the bank began as a neighborhood institution dedicated to supporting local families and businesses. Today, that tradition continues under the leadership of CEO Jason Knoedler. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Jason Knoedler, CEO

Valley Insurance Agency Alliance

Valley Insurance Agency Alliance

DESCRIPTION

Valley Insurance Agency Alliance, or VIAA, is a network of independent insurance agencies that provides members with carrier partnerships, training, and resources to help grow their businesses.

NAME & DESIGNATION
Tim Davis SBCS, PWCA, COO
WEBSITE

OCULUS, Inc.

OCULUS, Inc.

DESCRIPTION

OCULUS, Inc. is a leading provider of advanced diagnostic equipment and software solutions for eye care professionals. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Michael Wolber,  President & CEO

Atomicdust

Atomicdust

DESCRIPTION

Atomicdust is a brand and design consultancy that helps businesses solve problems through thoughtful strategy, compelling identities, and purposeful experiences. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Mike Spakowski, Partner & Creative Director

First Interstate Bank

First Interstate Bank

DESCRIPTION

First Interstate Bank is a community-focused financial institution providing banking and wealth management services across Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, and Wyoming. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
James Reuter, President & CEO

The Weather Changers Heating & Air Conditioning

The Weather Changers Heating & Air Conditioning

DESCRIPTION

The Weather Changers Heating & Air Conditioning is a family-owned business serving the Greater Denver Metro Area. Since 2009, the company has delivered reliable heating and cooling solutions, pairing technical expertise with a personal, customer-first approach.

NAME & DESIGNATION
Chris Houchin, Owner

Conco Inc.

Conco Inc.

DESCRIPTION

Conco Inc. is a leading commercial concrete contractor with decades of experience delivering high-quality results. Since its founding in 1959, the company has steadily grown into one of the most trusted names in the Western United States, offering a full range of concrete services. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Steve Gonsalves, President & CEO

Little Cocoa Bean Co.

Little Cocoa Bean Co.

DESCRIPTION

Little Cocoa Bean Co. offers culturally diverse, fresh, and nutritious meals for babies and toddlers, designed with the next generation of parents in mind. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Tracy Skelly, Founder

Catalyst Ventures Development

Catalyst Ventures Development

DESCRIPTION

Catalyst Ventures Development, or CVD, is a Boston-based firm focused on delivering high-quality, scalable projects that expand economic opportunities for minority-owned businesses. 

NAME & DESIGNATION
Darryl Settles, President