RedHawk50 Class of 2024

#1 - COhatch

What started as a group of six friends wanting to find greater purpose in work and life became COhatch. COhatch is a new way to work, meet, and live. With coworking space, private offices, meeting rooms, and event space, there are endless ways to use our locations.

Corporate Services

Founded: 2016
Growth: 313.55%
Columbus, OH

Matt Davis, Co-Founder and CEO

Class of 1999
College of Engineering and Computing
Major: Manufacturing & Engineering

Entertainment

Founded: 2018
Growth Rate: 306.59%
St. Louis, MO

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Mike Gau, Co-Founder

Class of 2006
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing

Simon Landon, Co-Founder

Class of 2006
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing

#3 - Carolina Signs and Wonders

Carolina Signs and Wonders is a full service sign and branding company headquartered in Charlotte NC. We focus on commercial clients to provide best in class signage.

Manufacturing

Founded: 2020
Growth: 129.25%
Charlotte, NC

Todd Golbus, COO

Class of 1998
Farmer School of Business
Major: Information Systems and Analytics

Jacquie (Geurin) Golbus, President

Class of 1999
Farmer School of Business
Major: Accountancy

#4 - Innago

Founded in 2017 and based in Cincinnati, Innago is a rapidly growing provider of free property management software. Designed for landlords of all sizes, it simplifies tasks like rent collection, tenant screening, and communication. Our user-friendly platform helps landlords save time, reduce stress, and improve tenant relationships, making property management efficient and accessible.

Real Estate

Founded: 2017
Growth: 115.68%
Cincinnati, OH

David Spooner, CEO

Class of 2013
College of Arts and Science
Major: English and History

Legal

Founded: 2018
Growth: 112.9%
Austin, TX

Dan Anderson, CTO

Class of 2008
College of Engineering and Computing
Major: Computer Engineering

#6 - Harborside Health

With over 20 years of experience in Asset Relifing and Clinical Documentation Integrity, Harborside Health drives financial performance improvement by improving revenue and margins. Through sustainable solutions and strong partnerships, Harborside Health empowers our clients to enhance the quality of care for their patients and communities.

Health Care

Founded: 2004
Growth: 110.60%
Chicago, IL

David M. Shade, President and Managing Partner

Class of 1966
Farmer School of Business
Major: Accounting

Paul W. Shade, Managing Partner

Class of 2003
Farmer School of Business
Major: Finance

#7 - EverLights Inc.

EverLights specializes in large-scale lighting and electrical projects, delivering innovation, sustainability, and exceptional service. From planning and sourcing to delivery and recycling, every detail is expertly managed to ensure seamless execution. Trusted by organizations like O’Hare International Airport and The Obama Library, EverLights creates tailored solutions that meet project goals, minimize environmental impact, and deliver lasting value.

Consumer Goods

Founded: 1995
Growth: 99.5%
Chicago, IL

Kelly Gallagher, President

Class of 1995
College of Arts and Science
Major: English

Jennifer (Kinnear) Stamper, Marketing Communications Manager

Class of 1995
College of Arts and Science
Major: Mass Communications

Alexander Block, Director of Business Development

Class of 2014
College of Arts and Science
Major: Political Science

#8 - ASCH, LLC

ASCH was founded with the vision of enhancing the lives of those we serve—our team, customers, community, and vendors. We achieve this by fostering a culture to aspire to be better daily, a call to action to service, embraces courage in all situations, and upholding honesty. Our commitment is realized through our dedication to three key markets: Hospitality, Multi-Family, and Contract Furniture.

Manufacturing

Founded: 2015
Growth: 96.71%
Columbus, OH

Christopher Hans Aschinger, President and Founding Partner

Class of 1987
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing

Connie Aschinger, VP of Hospitality and Founding Partner

Class of 1988
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing

Kelton Aschinger, VP of Multi-Family and Partner

Class of 2018
Farmer School of Business
Major: Economics

Real Estate

Founded: 2017
Growth: 95.28%
Columbus, OH

Jay Harkrider, Co-Founder and CEO

Class of 2003
Farmer School of Business
Major: Finance and Entrepreneurship

Patrick McBride, Co-Founder and Board Member

Class of 2004
College of Arts and Science
Major: Political Science and Entrepreneurship

Kevin Jacobson, COO

Class of 2012
Farmer School of Business
Major: Finance

Andy Lallathin, Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Class of 2004
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing and Entrepreneurship

#10 - Hidden Harbor Capital Partners

Hidden Harbor Capital Partners is a private equity firm which helps create business success stories by building teams focused on execution. We believe that great companies are built on a strong group of people as their foundation, and that businesses succeed when they are intensely focused on executing a small set of well-defined objectives.

Finance

Founded: 2016
Growth: 92.83%
Miami, FL

David Block, Founder, Partner, Investment Committee Member, and Head of the Portfolio Operations Group

Class of 1991
Farmer School of Business
Major: Finance

Software and IT

Founded: 2016
Growth Rate: 79.47%
San Francisco, CA

Steve Carlin, CEO

Class of 1994
College of Arts and Science
Major: Geography

#12 - Source Intelligence

Source Intelligence is the culmination of five trailblazers in ESG and compliance solution development who combined their expertise and technology to deliver the most comprehensive solution on the market. Our industry-leading software and service offerings support our clients throughout their compliance journey.

Software and IT

Founded: 2008
Growth: 79.06%
San Diego, CA

Glenn Trout, CEO

Class of 1989
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing

Mike Flynn, CPO

Class of 1989
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing

#13 - FC Cincinnati

FC Cincinnati was founded in 2015 by Carl H. Lindner III and President and Co-CEO Jeff Berding as family-first, community-minded, and trophy-focused. The 2023 Supporters’ Shield winners play in TQL Stadium, which provides 26,000 fans with world-class soccer, creates jobs for the West End neighborhood, and hosts 300+ private events per year.

Entertainment

Founded: 2015
Growth: 78.73%
Cincinnati, OH

Jeff Berding, President and Co-CEO

Class of 1989
College of Arts and Science
Major: Political Science

Health Care

Founded: 2009
Growth: 69.15%
Cleveland, OH

Maria Bennett, Founder, President, and CEO

Class of 1995
College of Engineering and Computing
Major: Applied Science

#15 - Kruger and Hodges Attorneys at Law

Kruger and Hodges is a law firm dedicated to standing up for everyday Ohioans. Founded in 2018, it has grown rapidly due to its excellent community outreach and focus on the clients, many of whom come from Ohio's many small and midsized towns.

Legal

Founded: 2018
Growth: 65.78%
Hamilton, OH

Joshua Hodges, Partner

Class of 2010
College of Liberal Arts and Applied Science | Miami Regionals
Major: Integrative Studies

#16 - HOMEstretch

HOMEstretch is an all-in-one home preparation service company that helps homeowners and real estate professionals maximize a home’s market appeal by providing the following cosmetic improvements: home clear-outs, interior and exterior painting, flooring installation, landscape clean-up, and move-out cleaning.

Real Estate

Founded: 2019
Growth: 64.37%
Cincinnati, OH

Derek Daniel Shewmon, Co-Founder

Class of 2005
Farmer School of Business
Major: Business and Finance

#17 - Fire Rover

Fire Rover ensures the safety of your business by detecting and extinguishing fires before they start. Fire Rover remotely monitors high fire risk commercial and industrial facilities, and when called to action, combats the threat with a targeted fire suppression agent.

Corporate Services

Founded: 2015
Growth: 63.84%
Detriot, MI

Will Schmidt, CEO

Class of 1991
Farmer School of Business
Major: Finance

#18 - Cleveland Kitchen

At Cleveland Kitchen, we believe in creating world-class culinary fermented foods for all. Fermented foods are regularly consumed within European and Asian cultures and we invested in finding a way for American consumers to simply and deliciously do the same.

Consumer Goods

Founded: 2014
Growth: 60.34%
Cleveland, OH

Mac Anderson, Co-Founder and CMO

Class of 2014
College of Arts and Science
Major: Economics

#19 - Semify

Semify is a white-label services and software platform that helps marketing agencies, enterprise software companies, and franchises achieve digital marketing scale through on-time delivery of digital marketing services.

Media and Communications

Founded: 2008
Growth: 57.67%
Rochester, NY

Patrick Briggs, CEO

Class of 2006
College of Arts and Science
Major: English and Anthroplogy

Amit Dixit, CFO

Class of 2010
Farmer School of Business
Major: Accountancy

#20 - Bridge Industries

Bridge Industries is a private holding company founded in 2003 with a mission to buy and build manufacturing, engineering, and field services businesses while preserving a family business and entrepreneurial culture.

Manufacturing - Renewables and Environment, Manufacturing - Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Founded: 2002
Growth: 57.20%
Cleveland, OH

Jeffrey Berlin, Founder and CEO

Class of 1984
Farmer School of Business
Major: Accountancy

#21 - Manning Contracting

Manning Contracting is a full design build general contractor with a rapidly growing portfolio in both commercial and residential construction. Our experienced team provides first class service to the Cincinnati, Dayton, and Northern Kentucky markets

Construction

Founded: 2018
Growth: 54.22%
Cincinnati, OH

Susan (Wolford) Manning, President

Class of 2006 and 2007
Farmer School of Business
Major: Accountancy

Nic Manning, General Manager

Class of 2006
College of Arts and Science
Major: Organizational Management

#22 - BEET, Inc.

BEET Inc., headquartered in Michigan, is a leading AI-powered global industrial IoT platform that specializes in intelligent manufacturing and streamlines intricate discrete and continuous manufacturing operations. BEET revolutionizes operations by providing real-time, data-driven insights to teams, machines, and processes, thus boosting operational efficiency and productivity. BEET has built a reputation for driving production excellence and delivering rapid ROI.

Software and IT

Founded: 2020
Growth: 54.19%
Detroit, MI

Mike Minelli, CEO and President

Class of 1986
College of Enginering and Computing
Major: Manufacturing Engineering

#23 - Coastal Ridge Real Estate

Coastal Ridge is a vertically integrated real estate investment, development and property management firm exclusively focused on rented residential strategies across the United States.

Real Estate

Founded: 2013
Growth: 53.35%
Columbus, OH

Andy Lallathin, Co-Founder and Co-COO

Class of 2004
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing and a minor in Entrepreneurship

Patrick McBride, Co-Founder and Co-CEO

Class of 2004
College of Arts and Science
Major: Political Science and a minor in Entrepreneurship

Jay Harkrider, Co-Founder

Class of 2003
Farmer School of Business
Major: Finance and a minor in Entrepreneurship

#24 - Rooted Grounds Coffee

The founders of Rooted Grounds Coffee Company, Patsy and David Knopf, have always had a passion for delicious artisan coffee. After spending many years in the business world, they saw the opportunity to provide freshly crafted coffees outside the coffee shop.

Manufacturing

Founded: 2015
Growth: 50.72%
Mason, OH

Patsy Knopf, Co-Founder and CEO

Class of 1989
College of Arts and Science
Major: Chemistry

Dave Knopf, Co-Founder and President

Class of 1990
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing

Kris Chari, Executive Vice President

Class of 1992
College of Arts and Science
Major: Diplomacy and Foreign Affairs

#25 - Envision Horizons

Envision Horizons is an Amazon solutions provider specializing in working with high growth brands and established companies looking to level up their channel expertise. Our focus is on helping brands build awareness, gain market share, and drive profitability through Amazon's expanding suite of advertising and commerce capabilities.

Corporate Services

Founded: 2017
Growth: 50.51%
New York City, NY

Laura Meyer, Founder and CEO

Class of 2014
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing and a minor in Enterpreneurship

#26 - Article One Group

Founded in 2019, by 2006 �� graduate Ted McCann, the Article One Group is a boutique consulting firm providing strategic guidance on government relations to corporations, non-profits and membership organizations.

Corporate Services

Founded: 2019
Growth: 49.51%
Washington, D.C.

Ted McCann, President

Class of 2006
College of Arts and Science
Major: Economics

Consumer Goods

Founded: 2020
Growth: 49.40%
Cincinnati, OH

Richard Palmer, Founder and CEO

Class of 1992
Farmer School of Business
Major: Economics

#28 - Somich and Associates, CPSs

Somich & Associates CPAs provides tailored accounting, tax, and advisory services for family-owned businesses. Our dedicated team builds lasting partnerships by simplifying financial complexities, maximizing opportunities, and protecting your bottom line. We’re committed to your growth, offering proactive guidance and personalized support to help you achieve financial success and peace of mind.

Finance

Founded: 2019
Growth: 49.02%
Cleveland, OH

Andrew Somich, CEO

Class of 2011
Farmer School of Business
Major: Accountacy

#29 - Source Technologies, LLC

Source Technologies, whose principals have long been involved with environmental remediation and water resource recovery, formed the company to deploy cutting-edge, best-in-class, innovative technologies to combat noxious and potentially deadly H₂S in the environment.

Public Safety

Founded: 2005
Growth: 47.24%
San Diego, CA

Suzie Bello Richards, CEO

Class of 1991
Farmer School of Business
Major: Finance and Economics

#30 - Kay-Twelve

Kay-Twelve transforms educational spaces through its Radically Student Centered™ Approach, placing ��s at the core of every design decision. With a focus on creativity, collaboration, and lifelong learning, Kay-Twelve partners with schools to craft future-ready environments that inspire and support meaningful experiences for ��s and educators. Your trusted partner in designing innovative, ��-focused learning spaces.

Education

Founded: 2009
Growth: 46.00%
Columbus, OH

Kevin Stoller, Co-Founder

Class of 1999
College of Arts and Science
Major: Mass Communications

#31 - PowerApps911

PowerApps911 is a women-owned IT consulting firm specializing in Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft 365 technologies, and Microsoft Copilot Studio. With 100+ years of experience, our team has delivered 500+ solutions, trained 15,000+ ��s, and currently supports 200+ active clients. In addition to building for clients, our On-Demand platform and YouTube channel empower users to create solutions with mentoring and training.

Software and IT

Founded: 2018
Growth: 44.41%
Cincinnati, OH

Nicola Young, CEO

Class of 2003
College of Art and Science
Major: Psychology

Consumer Goods

Founded: 2017
Growth: 43.85%
Cleveland, OH

Brent Zimmerman, Co-Founder and CEO

Class of 2000
Farmer School of Business
Major: Finance

David Lentz, Controller

Class of 2013
Farmer School of Business
Major: Accounting

#33 - Verdant Commercial Capital, LLC

Verdant Commercial Capital is one of the top 10 largest independent equipment finance companies in the US. Verdant provides financing solutions for essential business equipment and software in six sectors: Industrial; Manufacturing; Specialty vehicles; Golf, Sports and Entertainment; Renewables/Energy Efficiency; and Technology and Office Automation.

Finance

Founded: 2017
Growth: 41.49%
Cincinnati, OH

Mike Rooney, CEO

Class of 1978
Farmer School of Business
Major: Management

John Merritt, Executive Vice President

Class of 1985
Farmer School of Business
Major: Finance and Accounting

#34 - Robyn Gobbel, LLC

Robyn Gobbel LLC is a mental health education company that creates communities, training, and resources for families of children with vulnerable nervous systems and big, baffling behaviors. Robyn Gobbel LLC serves both parents and parenting professionals. Most of the resources offered by Robyn Gobbel LLC are available free online to minimize barriers and maximize accessibility.

Education

Founded: 2019
Growth: 40.67%
Grand Rapids, MI

Robyn Gobbel, Owner and Sole Proprietor

Class of 2001
College of Arts and Science
Major: Psychology

#35 - Impact Advisors

Impact Advisors is a leading healthcare management consulting firm. Our high-performing team of clinical, financial, operations and technology experts collaborate to architect quality solutions and deliver measurable value for our clients. We are the most awarded consulting firm in healthcare, with numerous industry quality awards and a culture designated “Best Place to Work” by Modern Healthcare for 15 years.

Corporate Services

Founded: 2007
Growth: 38.58%
Chicago, IL

Andy Smith, Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Class of 1986
College of Art and Science
Major: Economics and Psychology

Peter Smith, Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Class of 1991
College of Engineering and Computing
Major: System Analysis

Maria Smith, Executive Avisor

Class of 1991
Farmer School of Business
Major: Accounting

Manufacturing

Founded: 2011
Growth: 38.27%
Akron, OH

Michael Orazen, Owner

Class of 1991
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing

Retail

Founded: 2019
Growth: 39.93%
Indianapolis, IN

Mark Weghorst, Owner

Class of 2004
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing

#38 - One Florida Bank

In 2019, One Florida Bank, based in Orlando, embarked on a high-growth strategy with a new management team. After raising $115 million of capital, the management team has grown the Bank from $50 million in assets in January 2019 to over $1.8 billion in December 2024.

Finance

Founded: 2008
Growth: 35.26%
Orlando, FL

Eric Nadeau, CFO and COO

Class of 1993
Farmer School of Business
Major: Accountancy

Software and IT

Founded: 2008
Growth: 33.82%
Atlanta, GA

Carolyn Baiocchi Homberger, President

Class of 2001
Farmer School of Business
Major: Business Administration

Retail

Founded: 2016
Growth Rate: 33.38%
Chicago, IL

Leo Tropeano, Founder and CEO

Class of 2010
Farmer School of Business
Major: Accountancy

Scott Dulany, COO

Class of 2009
College of Arts and Science
Major: Sociology

#41 - Vandalia Rental

Vandalia Rental is a privately held, multi-site equipment rental organization servicing the short-to-medium range B2B equipment needs of customers throughout Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. In 2024, Vandalia Rental was ranked the 64th largest equipment rental operator by volume in North America and voted a ‘best place to work’ for the 3rd consecutive year.

Construction

Founded: 1961
Growth: 32.08%
Dayton, OH

Kurt Barney, Team Lead

Class of 2004
Farmer School of Business
Major: Finance

#42 - Momentum Beverage Team

Momentum Beverage Team was founded in 2018 to promote and distribute artisan wine and spirits in Illinois. Our experienced team is focused on building brands while maintaining strong partnerships with our suppliers and customers.

Consumer Goods

Founded: 2018
Growth: 31.90%
Chicago, IL

Sean Lappin, Co-Founder

Class of 2007
Farmer School of Business
Major: Finance

#43 - Textbook Painting

Professional painting, by the book! Textbook Painting is the fastest-growing and highest-rated painting company in Northeast Ohio since it was founded in 2006 by Michael Murray, immediately after graduating from ��.

Construction

Founded: 2006
Growth: 31.88%
Cleveland, OH

Michael Murray, Owner and CEO

Class of 2006
College of Arts and Science
Major: Political Science

#44 - Capital Square

Capital Square is a vertically integrated national real estate firm specializing in tax-advantaged real estate investments, including Delaware statutory trusts for Section 1031 exchanges, qualified opportunity zone funds for tax deferral and exclusion and a REIT. The company is also an active developer and manager of multifamily communities.

Real Estate

Founded: 2012
Growth: 31.83%
Glen Allen, VA

Whitson Huffman, Co-CEO

Class of 2012
Farmer School of Business
Major: Finance

Transportation and Logistics - Logistics and Supply Chain

Founded: 2014
Growth: 30.63%
Austin, TX

Matthew Pyatt, Co-Founder and CEO

Class of 2010
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing and Entrepreneurship

Eric Dunigan, Co-Founder and President

Class of 2009
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing

#46 - Align

Align is a premier global provider of technology infrastructure solutions. For over 37 years, leading firms worldwide have relied on Align to guide them through IT challenges and deliver complete, secure solutions for business change and growth.

Software and IT

Founded: 1986
Growth: 30.28%
New York, NY

Jim Dooling, Founder and CEO

1976
College of Creative Arts
Major: Architecture

#47 - Agility Cable

Agility Cable specializes in data, voice, fiber, and structured cabling infrastructure. From design to implementation, we provide our clients with superior customer service and showcase quality installations. Our team of certified technicians and experienced project managers are dedicated to project success and will ensure your cabling system is installed according to TIA/EIA and BICSI industry standards.

Software and IT

Founded: 1986
Growth: 29.29%
New York, NY

Jim Dooling, Founder and CEO

1976
College of Creative Arts
Major: Architecture

#48- Interlink Cloud Advisors

Since our inception in 2011, Interlink has focused solely on providing exceptional support and solutions around Microsoft-based technologies. With our extensive knowledge, we educate and assist clients through their implementations and with improving their security posture.

Software and IT Services - Information Technology

Founded: 2011
Growth: 27.74%
Cincinnati, OH

Matt Scherocman, Co-Founder and CEO

Class of 1997
Farmer School of Business
Major: Marketing and International

#49 - Kinettix, Inc.

Kinettix is a global IT field services company focuses on innovation. Among the company's significant achievements are the creation of the Dispatch1 API-based service management platform and the establishment of the Global Operations Center in Cebu, Philippines.

Software and IT

Founded: 2016
Growth: 27.57%
Cincinnati, OH

Chad Mattix, Founder and CEO

Class of 1993
Farmer School of Business
Major: Finance

Media and Communications - Online Media

Founded: 2014
Growth: 27.02%
Denver, CO

Philip Landes, Founder and Co-Owner

Class of 2007
Farmer School of Business
Major: Accountancy

Chris Solomon, Founder and Co-Owner

Class of 2008
Farmer School of Business
Major: Accountancy

Todd Schuster, Founder and Co-Owner

Class of 2008
College of Arts and Science
Major: History

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