{"id":39765,"date":"2025-11-09T14:13:06","date_gmt":"2025-11-09T14:13:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/39765\/"},"modified":"2025-11-09T14:13:06","modified_gmt":"2025-11-09T14:13:06","slug":"tampa-bay-chamber-names-2025-small-business-winners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/39765\/","title":{"rendered":"Tampa Bay Chamber names 2025 Small Business Winners"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Tampa Bay Chamber<\/a> highlighted the region\u2019s entrepreneurial excellence at its 45th Annual Small Business of the Year Awards. The event, held Nov. 6, brought together more than 400 business leaders<\/a> to celebrate the small companies driving the local economy.<\/p>\n

The Chamber\u2019s Small Business Awards are among the longest-standing business traditions in Tampa Bay. The program showcases not only economic growth but also the human stories behind it, including founders, innovators<\/a> and community builders who continue to shape the region\u2019s business landscape.<\/p>\n

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The 2025 ceremony reflected the strength of Tampa Bay\u2019s small business community<\/a> and recognized the companies and leaders setting the standard for growth, resilience and impact<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What happened<\/p>\n

The Tampa Bay Chamber<\/a> named its 2025 Small Business of the Year winners during a sold-out ceremony in Tampa.<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s honorees included:<\/p>\n

Harbour Business Law \u2014 Startup Business of the Year<\/p>\n

Digital Neighbor \u2014 Small Business of the Year (5\u201320 Employees)<\/p>\n

Yo Mama\u2019s Foods<\/a> \u2014 Small Business of the Year (21\u201350 Employees)<\/p>\n

Gigglewaters \u2014 Small Business of the Year (51\u2013250 Employees)<\/p>\n

In addition, Amy Martinez-Monfort, founder and CEO of Tampa Laundry Company, received the Outstanding Small Business Leader of the Year award. A graduate of Florida State University and the University of Florida College of Law, Martinez-Monfort has guided her company from startup recognition to established success.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe Small Business of the Year Awards represent an extraordinary commitment from both our nominees and our volunteers,\u201d said Kristin Johnson, chair of the 2025 awards committee. \u201cEach year, our committee dedicates months to an in-depth evaluation process that highlights the strength, integrity and community impact of Tampa Bay\u2019s small businesses.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cSmall businesses are the heart of Tampa Bay\u2019s economy,\u201d said Bob Rohrlack, president and CEO of the Tampa Bay Chamber. \u201cFor more than four decades, this program has celebrated the innovators and leaders who have built a thriving regional economy.\u201d<\/p>\n

What\u2019s happening next<\/p>\n

The Chamber\u2019s recognition highlights the region\u2019s most accomplished small businesses and reinforces Tampa Bay\u2019s reputation as a hub for innovation.<\/p>\n

Following the event, award recipients join a network of past winners who collaborate with the Chamber on mentorship, advocacy and regional development initiatives. <\/p>\n

Applications for the 2026 Small Business of the Year Awards will open in early spring.<\/p>\n

What this means for Tampa Bay<\/p>\n

The awards highlight the critical role small businesses play in sustaining the region\u2019s economic vitality. Each winner reflects the qualities that define Tampa Bay\u2019s entrepreneurial community including creativity, adaptability and a commitment to local impact.<\/p>\n

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The honorees represent a cross-section of industries from legal services to consumer goods, demonstrating the diversity and dynamism of the small business sector. Their success stories show how purpose-driven leadership and community connections can create long-term growth<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Next steps for local businesses<\/p>\n

Small business owners seeking to follow in this year\u2019s winners\u2019 footsteps can:<\/p>\n

Engage with the Chamber: Explore mentorship and development opportunities through the Small Business of the Year program.<\/p>\n

Build local partnerships: Strengthen connections with other Tampa Bay companies to increase visibility and collaboration.<\/p>\n

Prioritize purpose and service: Each honoree demonstrates how community engagement builds brand trust and sustainable success.<\/p>\n

More resources and application details are available at tampabaychamber.com\/smallbusiness<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Takeaway<\/p>\n

The 45th Annual Small Business of the Year Awards reaffirm Tampa Bay\u2019s position as a thriving center for entrepreneurship and innovation. <\/p>\n

Each honoree embodies the resilience and character that define the region\u2019s business community, a reminder that small enterprises continue to power the area\u2019s economic growth and collective success.<\/p>\n

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