Today’s sixth annual edition of the Jacksonville Daily Record Top Entrepreneurs features nine finalists and one legend.
Their paths to becoming a business owner are all different, but they took a leap that sets them apart.
This years entrepreneurs fall into three revenue categories: Up to $2 million; $2 million to $15 million; and more than $15 million.
The focus is on entrepreneurs who founded locally based companies, applied to be selected and provided basic revenue and workforce numbers for the prior three years.
From dozens of applications, we selected these entrepreneurs who represent the many in Northeast Florida.
To date, The Daily Record roster of Top Entrepreneurs and Legends now reaches 60. Congratulations to all.
The Top Entrepreneurs section is here
The Legend: Jack Hanania Sr., Hanania Automotive Group: 'You create your own destiny. Story here
Coleman Lay, LAY Construction: A crazy idea turns into 'the only decision'. Story here
Rebecca Gonzalez, 1928 Cuban Bistro: From one restaurant to eight in six years. Story here
Sonya Morales-Marchisillo, Pinnacle Communications: Switching gears from cars to security systems. Story here
James Lang, Hardscape Construction: Customer relations, family are keys to success. Story here
Warren Fryefield, Community Disposal: Trash to treasure, finding success in waste. Story here
Lisa Gufford, Executive Suite Professionals: Finding her niche is providing office space. Story here
Darian ‘Jack’ Jackson, Dapper D’s Cigars: Finding fulfillment, making a place to unwind. Story here
Jenn Kjellman, JSK Marketing: Turning relationships into business success. Story here
Shana Ryan, Conceptual HR: Going back to HR, but this time as an owner. Story here