Nomination Form

Nominate a Company for the 19th Annual SMART Awards

Each year, ACG Orlando recognizes outstanding middle market companies headquartered in Central Florida whose accomplishments set the standard for operational excellence, innovation, and sustained growth. The SMART Awards honor organizations demonstrating measurable success, strong leadership, and meaningful contributions to our regional economy.

Nominations are now open for the 19th Annual SMART Awards!

Help us recognize the companies shaping Central Florida's future by nominating a deserving business today.

Nomination Form

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Who Is Eligible?

To qualify, companies must:

• Generate annual gross revenue between $5 million and $1 billion
• Be headquartered in Orange, Osceola, Lake, Seminole, Brevard, Volusia, Indian River, or Polk County
• Operate as a privately held or publicly traded operating company
• Demonstrate a positive and sustained growth story

Additional Eligibility Guidelines:

• No minimum number of employees is required
• Wholly owned subsidiaries are eligible if their operational and corporate headquarters are located in Central Florida
• Professional service providers are not eligible
• Previous SMART Awards finalists are welcome to apply again
• Past SMART Award winners are not eligible

Self-nominations are encouraged!

How Winners Are Selected

SMART Award winners are selected by an independent panel of judges consisting of experienced financial professionals, business owners, executives, academics, journalists, consultants, and other industry leaders.

Companies are evaluated on a combination of quantitative and qualitative factors, including:

• Revenue, profitability, and employee growth
• Innovation and strategic execution
• Corporate culture and leadership
• Entrepreneurial achievements
• Product or service development milestones
• Community involvement and impact

Finalist and Winner Expectations

• CEOs of selected finalist companies must be available for a 30-minute video interview in late February 2027
• Winners are expected to attend the 19th Annual SMART Awards Dinner to receive their recognition

New This Year: An Evening of Celebration!

The 19th Annual SMART Awards will transition to an evening awards dinner, bringing together Central Florida's business leaders for a special night of networking, recognition, and celebration. Winners will be announced live as we honor the companies making a lasting impact on our region.

Confidentiality

All nomination materials are treated with strict confidentiality. Submitted information is securely maintained and reviewed only by the SMART Awards Selection Committee and independent judging panel.