GrowFL has announced its 2025 Florida Companies to Watch honorees, recognizing innovative, high-growth businesses that are making a significant economic impact. Among the winners is Protean BioDiagnostics, a leader in precision oncology, honored for its rapid growth, cutting-edge advancements, and contributions to patient care.
The awards celebrate second-stage companies headquartered in Florida with 6 to 150 employees and revenues between $750,000 and $100 million. These businesses are selected for their leadership, innovation, and job creation, positioning them as key players in Florida’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. The recognition reinforces Florida’s reputation as a hub for groundbreaking companies shaping the future of their industries.
Protean recently attended the annual GrowFL Companies to Watch celebration in Orlando, where they were recognized as one of the top second-stage companies in the state of Florida!
The ceremony was attended by Protean’s CEO Dr. Anthony Magliocco and Rocky Haag, our Director of External Affairs.
About GrowFL
GrowFL honors second stage companies that demonstrate exceptional potential for future success, with high performance and innovative business models.
The program was developed as a unique way to honor Florida companies, and GrowFL has recognized over 600 companies with this prestigious award. Many past honorees have now grown their companies to a stage 3 and stage 4 business with over 500 employees.
More than 500 nominations were received this year from more than 60 organizations throughout Florida. Companies named to this list are the top 50 high-growth, second-stage companies demonstrating exceptional innovation and potential for future success.
Discover more about Cenfluence:
Cenfluence is a cluster-focused organization that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth for companies within high-tech sectors, including life sciences, energy+environmental,gaming e-sports+entertainment, learning sciences +human performance and semi-conductors. By connecting members to resources, partnerships, and opportunities, Cenfluence accelerates business development and market expansion while promoting regional economic growth. With a strong commitment to driving innovation, Cenfluence helps its members thrive within a supportive and dynamic ecosystem.
