Sarasota Chamber Announces Winners of 34th Annual Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Awards

June 24, 2024 | Sarasota

The Greater Sarasota Chamber was honored to host the 34^th annual Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Awards, presented by Herald-Tribune Media Group. Over 600 individuals gathered to celebrate the best in local business on Friday, June 21^st, at The Ora Ballroom at The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. In each of the ten categories, a total of 30 businesses were recognized and the winners in each category were publicly announced. Following the event, a special Award Reception was organized for all sponsors, winners, and finalists, generously sponsored by Gulfside Bank.

We extend our sincere congratulations to all the winners and finalists who are actively shaping the legacy of Sarasota’s business community. See a full list of the winners and finalists below.   

·         Small Business Award (1-25 employees) sponsored by Sarasota Bradenton International Airport 

o    Winner: Express Employment Professionals

o    Creative Arts Academy

o    Wealth Strategies Partners

·         Medium Business Award (25-150 employees) sponsored by MidFlorida Credit Union

o    Winner: Berlin Patten Ebling, PLLC

o    Kellogg & Kimley, Inc.

o    PPi Technologies Group

·         Large Business Award (150+ employees) sponsored by Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP

o    Winner: Roofing By Curry

o    Harmar

o    Sarasota Ford

·         Community Impact Award sponsored by Kerkering, Barberio & Co. 

o    Winner: Catalist Realty LLC

o    CMSA Scholz, Oswald and Shaffer

o    Sarasota Memorial Health Care System

·         Minority Business Award sponsored by Bank of America 

o    Winner: Aginto | A Digital Agency

o    AGA Tax and Consulting Services, LLC 

o    Castle Concierge

·         Woman-Owned Business Award sponsored by Herald-Tribune 

o    Winner: Fly Dance Fitness

o    MamaZen

o    Music Compound

·         Rising Star Award sponsored by HH Staffing Services 

o    Winner: OnPlace

o    26 West Center, State College of Florida

o    Angotti Design

·         Workforce Development & Innovation Award sponsored by CareerSource Suncoast 

o    Winner: FleetForce Truck Driver Training

o    Diversified Material Specialist (DMSI)     

o    RITE Technology

·         Non-Profit of the Year Award sponsored by HBK CPAs & Consultants

o    Winner: Girls Incorporated of Sarasota County

o    Operation Warrior Resolution

o    Senior Friendship Centers

·         Hospitality of the Year Award sponsored by Visit Sarasota County

o    Winner: Gecko’s Hospitality Group

o    Winner: Michael’s On East Restaurant & Catering

o    The Bay Park Conservancy, Inc.