Meet the 2025 Florida finalists

Dan Alhadeff is the Co-Founder and CEO of Avanti Nutritional Laboratories, LLC.

Avanti Nutritional Laboratories is a complete dietary supplement manufacturing, business development and branding support company based in the Miami area.

Matthew Chang, PE is the Founder of Chang Robotics.

Chang Robotics, a federally certified disadvantaged business enterprise, is a pioneer in robotics and automation. Recognized for innovation, it delivers autonomous systems that enhance productivity, sustainability and efficiency across manufacturing, health care and government.

James Richmond is the Founder and CEO of e2Companies.

Creator of the power and utilities industry’s first virtual utility, e2Companies is a leading provider of integrated solutions for power generation and distribution, and energy economics.

Tra Williams, III. is the CEO of FleetForce Truck Driver Training.

FleetForce, the nation’s fastest-growing commercial driver’s license training institute, trains aspiring commercial drivers, expanding the workforce and strengthening the economy.

Trey Traviesa is the CEO of MGT.

MGT is the social impact and business performance leader in the state, local and education sector, providing technology and advisory solutions to state and local government and education agencies across the nation.

Steve Carter is the CEO of Nucleus Security, Inc.

Nucleus leads vulnerability and exposure management, unifying data from 160+ sources into a single risk view. Combining business context and threat intelligence, Nucleus helps enterprises and government agencies prioritize and mitigate exposures.

Gregory Galy is the Founder and CEO of Riviera Dining Group.

RDG is a premier hospitality group specializing in high-end experiential dining concepts that blend luxury, entertainment and culinary excellence. RDG is known for developing sophisticated restaurant brands that offer immersive experiences, seamlessly merging fine dining with an elevated atmosphere.

Brad Oleshansky is the Founder and CEO of The Motor Enclave.

The Motor Enclave is the premier developer of experiential motor sports venues in North America. Our 200-acre development in Tampa includes a 1.72-mile Hermann Tilke-designed driving circuit, 2-acre vehicle dynamics pad, 100-acre off-road experience with miles of purpose-built trails, 42,000-square-foot corporate event center, and the largest private luxury garage community in the world, with more than 300 members. Every adrenaline-filled detail has been designed and engineered around delivering memorable experiences to our owners and members, corporate clients and the general public. 

Mike Futch is the President and CEO of Tompkins Robotics.

Tompkins Robotics creates and deploys revolutionary robotic automation technology, products and solutions to supply chain problems. We leverage advanced robotic hardware and cutting-edge software to empower our clients for success.

Neelam Brar is the Founder and CEO of Total Life.

Total Life provides Medicare-covered online therapy tailored for older adults, addressing mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression. Our licensed therapists offer personalized care and enable clients to access support from the comfort of home.

John McCallum is the Executive Chairman of Vivex Biologics.

Vivex Biologics develops and delivers innovative allografts designed to support the body’s healing potential to help improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Our mission is to provide advanced regenerative allografts that help patients suffering from musculoskeletal injuries, wounds, and burned skin.

Micha Seal is the Owner and CEO of Watermelon Swim.

Watermelon Swim teaches swimming, water safety and survival to all ages year-round. Watermelon Swim offers a variety of lessons to fit every family’s individual needs and schedule – private lessons, group lessons, parent and tot lessons, adult lessons, lessons for children with disabilities, and a noncompetitive swim team.

Andrew Kaufmann is the CEO of Zawyer Sports.

Zawyer Sports grows teams, facilities and brands through ownership of hockey, baseball and basketball teams. We foster community sports through our rink facilities and elevate brands through our marketing agency, 32 Degrees Marketing.