MADTECH.AI of Pinellas County When Bill Lederer launched MADTECH.AI in downtown St. Petersburg, he had a vision to bring advanced decision intelligence tools to organizations working to make a difference in the world. What started as an idea backed by experience, passion, and a commitment to mission-driven organizations has grown into an emerging technology company serving nonprofits and other purpose-focused institutions. Along the way, the Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Pinellas County Economic Development (PCED) has played a critical role in helping the company move from concept to […]
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When JC Crawford, the founder of JC’s Pressure Washing, decided to step into the world of entrepreneurship, he wasn’t just looking for a job; he was seeking a way to rewrite his family’s story. Raised […]
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Wildfire Medical Services Company Yellow Tarp EMS Fighting a wildfire demands exhausting, focused teamwork in a harsh, smoky landscape where heat, noise, and urgency press in from every direction. With risk everywhere, having dedicated emergency […]
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When Hunter returned to Pensacola after a decade of military service, there was one thing he knew he wanted to do: build something of his own that would reflect the same grit and precision that […]
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IQ+ Cabinetry of Hillsborough County What began as an unexpected opportunity for Carolina Ojeda and her husband, has grown into a thriving cabinetry manufacturing and remodeling business, specializing in custom cabinets, countertops, and closets. Using […]
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When Augusto “Tony” Lizarraga reflects on the nearly 25-year journey of his Miami-based company, Novak Technologies, one theme stands out clearly: adaptability. Founded in 2000, Novak Technologies began as a supplier for major petroleum companies such […]
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Selling to the expansive government market is a major opportunity for small businesses, one that is often overlooked. It is different in important ways, however, with a specific vocabulary and new and often unfamiliar processes, […]
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From Vision to Reality Richard Guerrero, the innovative mind behind Genius Watch, LLC, has spent years turning ideas into successful businesses. He arrived in the United States from Venezuela over 25 years ago, bringing with […]
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After years of working as a senior environmental engineer at an international firm, Amy Fu, the founder of Alpha Envirotech Consulting, began to envision a different kind of company, one that could operate more efficiently […]
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When Linda Kennedy first set out to design a waterproof storage solution, she was not thinking about retail shelves, military procurement, or large-scale distribution. She was thinking about theft, water, and frustration. As a diver […]
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