HONORING THOSE WHO LEAD THE PACK. 100 BUSINESSES AT A TIME.
Bulldog 100 celebrates the fastest-growing organizations owned or led by UGA alumni.
What makes a Bulldog 100 business?
Bulldog 100 Selection Criteria
To be considered for the 2026 Bulldog 100, businesses must meet the following requirements:
- Been in business since January 2021.
- Have verifiable revenues of $250,000 or more in the calendar years 2022, 2023, and 2024.
- Operate in a manner consistent with the Pillars of the Arch and in keeping with the values and image of the University of Georgia.
In addition, the business must meet one or more of the below to be eligible. A former UGA student:
- Must have founded the company and been active as a member of the most senior management team from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2024.
- Must have owned 50% or more of the company from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2024.
- Must have served as the company’s chief executive (for example chairman, CEO, president, or managing partner) from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2024.
- Companies will be ranked based on the compounded annual growth rate for the years 2022, 2023 and 2024. All qualified businesses, regardless of location, are encouraged to participate.
How to Nominate a Bulldog 100 Business
Nominations for the 2026 Bulldog 100 are open through July 31. Nominate a deserving bulldog-owned or -led business today!
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2025 BULLDOG 100
1
KBH Industrial
An energy industry professional services firm
Smyrna, GA
Honorees:
- Tarun Ganeriwal (MBA ’09)
2
Ryals Brothers, LLC
A stubbornly dependable asphalt and concrete paving company
Lula, GA
Honorees:
- Casey Ryals (MBA ’22)
3
Marlin Construction Partners Inc.
A commercial general contractor
Lake City, FL
Honorees:
- Todd Smith (BSAE ’05)
4
Southeastern Consulting Services Inc.
A full-service forestry consulting and land management firm
Monticello, GA
Honorees:
- Jon Parrish (BSFR ’95)
- Blake McMichael (BSFR ’11)
5
FleetForce Truck Driver Training
A commercial driver training institute
Bradenton, FL
Honorees:
- Tra Williams (BSED ’95)
6
Barnsley Construction Group
A commercial construction company
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Robert Schulten (MBA ’15)
7
Ellsworth Cleaning & Facility Services
A sustainable cleaning service
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Michael Vestal (AB ’03)
8
SlicedHealth
A cloud-based platform for community hospitals and specialty physician practices
Woodstock, GA
Honorees:
- Reed Liggin (BSPH ’94)
9
Awesome Inc.
An Atlanta-based animation studio
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Ashley Kohler (ABJ ’96)
10
FranBridge Consulting
A non-food franchise brokerage firm
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Jon Ostenson (BBA ’02, MBA ’06)
11
teXga Farms
A direct-to-consumer beef provider
Clarkesville, GA
Honorees:
- Caroline Lewallen (BSA ’11)
12
Cruise Planners
A travel planning agency
Madison, AL
Honorees:
- Isaiah Banks (MBA ’15)
13
Friendly City Pharmacy
A veteran-owned local pharmacy
Tifton, GA
Honorees:
- Lucas Brown (PHARMD ’14)
14
Tioga Capital
A private real estate investment firm
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Paxton Griffin (BBA ’05)
15
Jetset World Travel
A global travel agency
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Lindsey Epperly (AB ’11)
- Jeremy Sulek (BBA ’12)
16
Joe Powell Services Inc.
A solution-based IT firm
Alpharetta, GA
Honorees:
- Chad Powell (AB ’98)
- Stephanie Powell (BSED ’94, MED ’97, EDS ’99)
17
Scott Construction, LLC
A custom home construction company
Macon, GA
Honorees:
- Will Scott (BSFCS ’04)
18
Stable Kernel
A custom software developer
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Jason Russell (ABJ ’96)
19
Intown Golf Club
An Atlanta-based private, social golf club
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Michael Williamson (BBA ’97)
20
WinGen By Swordpoint Services
A cloud-based technology provider for contractors, home retailers and OEMs
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Zan Banks (AB ’94)
- Stuart Watson (ABJ ’97)
21
enewton design
A jewelry and lifestyle brand
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Elizabeth Newton (ABJ ’99)
22
Classic City Consulting
A web-first digital marketing team
Snellville, GA
Honorees:
- Chris LaFay (BBA ’11)
23
Eagle Christian Tours
A chartered motorcoach company
Rome, GA
Honorees:
- Carson Roes (BBA ’15)
- Elizabeth Roes (BSFCS ’16)
24
ServeScape
An online marketplace for growers, homeowners and landscape professionals
Chamblee, GA
Honorees:
- Mario Cambardella (BLA ’06, MEPD ’11, MLA ’13)
25
BDI DataLynk
A workforce development training provider
Ball Ground, GA
Honorees:
- Jessica Pittard (BBA ’11)
26
Womack Custom Homes
A residential construction company
Cartersville, GA
Honorees:
- Matt Womack (BBA ’01)
- Stephen Womack (BSFCS ’05)
27
Alexander & Alexander Attorneys at Law
A personal injury law firm
Barnwell, SC
Honorees:
- Carson Alexander (JD ’17)
- Wil Alexander (JD ’16)
28
SynerGrx
Pharmaceutical experts in chronic care management
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Naveed Tharwani (PHARMD ’11)
29
King’s Hometown Pharmacy
A patient-centric pharmacy
Blairsville, GA
Honorees:
- John Hyer (PHARMD ’12)
- Dorris Hyer (PHARMD ’12)
30
BlueBear Solutions
A litigation technology service company
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Scott Russell (BBA ’00)
31
Biren Patel Engineering
Expert energy engineering consultants
Macon, GA
Honorees:
- Biren Patel (MBA ’12)
32
Detritus, LLC
Waste hauling and portable sanitation experts
Savannah, GA
Honorees:
- Sean Dane-Kellogg (BBA ’11)
33
Pandev Law, LLC
A boutique business and immigration law firm
New York, NY
Honorees:
- Adrian Pandev (JD ’16)
34
Yonder Yoga
Hot power yoga studios across metro Atlanta, Charlotte and Athens
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Alex Hill (BBA ’10)
- Selby Hill (ABJ ’14)
- Wes Van Dyk (BBA ’12)
35
Pathwise CPA Group
A strategic tax and financial advisory practice
Watkinsville, GA
Honorees:
- David Miller (BBA ’11, MACC ’12)
36
Accelerated Leadership Group, LLC
A leadership consulting agency
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Laura Soscia (BS ’89)
37
The Sign Brothers
A commercial sign company
Bogart, GA
Honorees:
- Justin Seibert (BSA ’02)
38
Infinite Agave
A full-service tequila manufacturing, importation, and logistics company
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Adam Hirsch (ABJ ’04)
39
Translation Station
A global translation, interpretation and language services provider
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Lindsey Cambardella (JD ’12)
- Phyllis Stallman (AB ’65)
- Jeremy Stallman (AB ’05, JD ’09)
40
FirstPage Marketing
A digital marketing agency
Savannah, GA
Honorees:
- Erica Palmisano (BSA ’04)
41
Rugged Road Outdoors
An ultralight high performance cooler company
Norcross, GA
Honorees:
- Spencer Sutlive (BSFCS ’20)
42
Extra Special People
A beacon of support for people with disabilities and their families
Watkinsville, GA
Honorees:
- Laura Whitaker (BSED ’07, MED ’10)
43
Bay Point Advisors
An investment advisory firm
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Charles Andros (BBA ’95)
44
The Barnes Law Office, LLC
An all-female personal injury law firm
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Latasha Barnes (AB ’05, AB ’05)
45
FTM Travel
A vacation travel agency
Brentwood, TN
Honorees:
- Christy Shadday (BSED ’93)
46
LiteWorks Window & Door
A premium window and door retailer
Marietta, GA
Honorees:
- Scott Barr (AB ’87)
47
Clark Drug Company
A holistic health pharmacy
Waynesboro, GA
Honorees:
- Starr Clark (BSPH ’87)
- Ben Ross (PHARMD ’08)
- Mary Nagel (PHARMD ’16)
48
Shuma Sports
A provider of team sports uniforms, equipment, and spirit wear
Lawrenceville, GA
Honorees:
- Zach Shumate (BBA ’14)
- Jordan Shumate (BBA ’12)
49
Murray Osorio, PLLC
A national full-service immigration law firm
Fairfax, VA
Honorees:
- Brian Murray (AB ’03)
- Benjamin Osorio (AB ’04, JD ’11)
50
Carl R. Varnedoe, LLC
A personal injury law firm
Savannah, GA
Honorees:
- Carl Varnedoe (BBA ’99)
51
Good Dog Veterinary Care
Georgia’s only all-dog veterinary practice
Marietta, GA
Honorees:
- Patrick Singletary (BSA ’12, DVM ’16)
- Natalie Singletary (BSED ’12)
52
The Live Oak Insurance Agency
An independent insurance agency
Saint Simons Island, GA
Honorees:
- Phil Setzer (AB ’09)
53
Big Apple Services Inc.
Road and parking lot installation and maintenance services
Conyers, GA
Honorees:
- Josh Cagliani (ABJ ’09, MED ’10)
54
Buckhead Beans
An artisan coffee and tea delivery service for offices in Atlanta
Marietta, GA
Honorees:
- Jeff Ramsey (BBA ’95)
- Matthew Ades (AB ’94, MED ’96)
55
Golden Isles Pharmacy
An independent retail and compounding pharmacy
Brunswick, GA
Honorees:
- Matthew Donato (PHARMD ’14)
56
Coastal Drug Company
A rural pharmacy and health care provider
Midway, GA
Honorees:
- Mary Nagel (PHARMD ’16)
- Ben Ross (PHARMD ’08)
57
Kempt Men’s Shop
A modern men’s clothing store
Athens, GA
Honorees:
- Ryder Chosewood (BSFCS ’17)
58
Yancey Wire & Cable
A master distributor of electrical wire and cable
Fairburn, GA
Honorees:
- Richard Yancey (BBA ’87)
59
Roam
A workspace rental company
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- David Salyers (BBA ’81)
60
Martin CPA
A small business-focused certified public accounting firm
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Honorees:
- Richard Martin (BBA ’89)
- Rose Marie Martin (AB ’89)
- Jeff Martin (AB ’87)
61
Milestone Construction, LLC
A commercial contracting company
Athens, GA
Honorees:
- Sam McElreath (BS ’03)
- Miles Dunstan (M ’05)
62
Rebel Raw
An all-natural raw pet food provider
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Tina Lunalover (MBA ’03)
63
Root Design Studio
A boutique landscape architecture firm
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Michael Kidd (MLA ’01)
64
Southern Commercial Roof Tech, LLC
A commercial, industrial and government roof system provider
Norcross, GA
Honorees:
- Thomas Vorpahl (MBA ’03)
- Brandon Barron (JD ’99)
65
Dental Claim Support
Business-to-business dental service provider
Savannah, GA
Honorees:
- Davy Clay (BBA ’08)
- Ryan DeLettre (BSFCS ’06)
- Josh Smith (BBA ’09)
66
Morris Hardwood Distribution
A hardwood flooring distributor
Savannah, GA
Honorees:
- Joshua Morris (BSFCS ’06)
- Kevyn Morris (BSFCS ’07)
67
Southern Reins Logistics, LLC
A freight brokerage firm
Alpharetta, GA
Honorees:
- Jake Mathis (BBA ’13)
68
Builder’s Specialty Contractors
A commercial building supply provider
Boynton Beach, FL
Honorees:
- Scott Fiske (AB ’93)
69
Capital Real Estate Group
A real estate consulting and brokerage firm
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- John Thornton (BBA ’05)
70
FinQuery
An accounting and software management firm
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- George Azih (BBA ’03)
71
Puppy Haven
A dog boarding and grooming service
Sandy Springs, GA
Honorees:
- Michael Dermer (BBA ’10, MACC ’11)
- David Sirzyk (BBA ’10)
72
Joe Powell & Associates
A critical infrastructure supplier and service provider
Alpharetta, GA
Honorees:
- Chad Powell (AB ’98)
- Stephanie Powell (BSED ’94, MED ’97, EDS ’99)
73
Telecom Innovations
A full-service IT provider
Athens, GA
Honorees:
- Emily Poole (BSFCS ’00)
- Caroline Patrick (BBA ’01)
- Rebecca Miller (BS ’04, MS ’16)
74
J. Ryan Brown Law, LLC
A boutique criminal defense and personal injury law firm
Newnan, GA
Honorees:
- Joshua Brown (AB ’14)
75
Full Circle Coverage
An independent insurance agency
Cartersville, GA
Honorees:
- Cory Phillips (AB ’03)
- Charlie Culverhouse (AB ’04)
76
Stable Waters Financial
A comprehensive financial planning firm
Athens, GA
Honorees:
- Katie Waters (BBA ’07)
77
FI Navigator Corporation
Banking industry data and analytics company
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Steve Cotton (BBA ’86, MBA ’87)
- Curry Pelot (BBA ’94)
78
Ross Drug
A full-service independent pharmacy
Sylvania, GA
Honorees:
- Ben Ross (PHARMD ’08)
79
Southeast Aquariums
Atlanta’s only interior design firm for aquarium displays
Buford, GA
Honorees:
- Raj Shingadia (AB ’01, BS ’03)
80
SDA CPA Group, P.C.
A CPA firm serving small businesses
Dunwoody, GA
Honorees:
- Stanley Dean (BBA ’85, MACC ’86)
- Kelly Dean (BSHE ’89, MS ’91)
81
Architectural Fountains & Pools Inc.
A commercial swimming pool contractor
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Thomas Beckwith (M ’95)
- Kimberly Beckwith (M ’97)
82
Whitmire Animal Hospital
A privately-owned small animal practice
Dawsonville, GA
Honorees:
- Will Gholston (DVM ’11)
- Kristina Gholston (BBA ’11)
83
Erica Davis Lowcountry
A restaurant and caterer focused on Southern coastal cuisine
Savannah, GA
Honorees:
- Erica Davis (BSED ’99)
84
NXG Studio
A full-service architecture and interior design firm
North Palm Beach, FL
Honorees:
- Melissa Guerra (BSFCS ’98)
85
Onward Reserve
A men’s clothing and lifestyle brand
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- T.J. Callaway (BBA ’07)
86
Moore Civil Consulting Inc.
A civil engineering consulting firm
Perry, GA
Honorees:
- Robert Moore (BSAE ’04)
87
Surcheros Fresh Mex
A fast-casual Tex-Mex restaurant chain
Alpharetta, GA
Honorees:
- Luke Christian (AB ’01)
- Jamie Hurley (BBA ’98, MACC ’98)
- Jami Horowitz (ABJ ’08)
- Jake Philpotts (AB ’13)
88
risk3sixty
A cybersecurity technology and consulting firm
Roswell, GA
Honorees:
- Christian Hyatt (BBA ’10)
89
Lake Pine Animal Hospital
A full-service animal hospital
Apex, NC
Honorees:
- Jody Katz (DVM ’92)
90
Pace Lighting & Home
A leading source for designer lighting, fans, and home décor
Savannah, GA
Honorees:
- Lisa Bartlett (AB ’01)
91
Savannah Drywall Supply
Leading drywall suppliers
Pooler, GA
Honorees:
- Amanda Montford (BSED ’01)
92
ASW Distillery
An independently owned craft distillery
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Jim Chasteen (BBA ’98)
- Charlie Thompson (AB ’99, JD ’03, MBA ’03)
- Kelly Chasteen (BSED ’00)
- Justin Manglitz (BBA ’04)
- Chad Ralston (BBA ’08)
93
Anchors Marina
A full-service marina
Eatonton, GA
Honorees:
- Lauren Sprayberry (BBA ’04)
94
Siegel Construction & Design, LLC
A residential and commercial construction agency
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- David Siegel (BBA ’87)
95
Jaffe Family Law, LLC
An accessible family law firm
Atlanta, GA
Honorees:
- Adam Jaffe (AB ’96 )
96
Certified Clean Care
Expert cleaners specializing in carpets, rugs, tile & grout, hardwoods, and more
Watkinsville, GA
Honorees:
- Jared Reeves (BBA ’12)
97
Nimmons Malchow Johnson Injury Lawyers
A personal injury law firm
Augusta, GA
Honorees:
- Leland Malchow (BBA ’82)
98
BrokerHunter
A financial talent recruitment agency
Cumming, GA
Honorees:
- Jeff Testerman (AB ’97)
- David Testerman (AB ’95)
99
Kingfish Pest Control
Expert termite, pest and wildlife control providers
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
Honorees:
- Brian Lunsford (AB ’02)
100
CIG Consulting
A commercial real estate management firm
Decatur, GA
Honorees:
- Chuck Richardson (BLA ’02)
Bulldog 100 celebrates Dawgs on top in business.
The Bulldog 100 embody the best of UGA.
These alumni are leading the way in business and building better communities. They are committed to their ideas, innovations and employees. They demonstrate the value of a degree from the birthplace of public higher education in America.
The annual Bulldog 100 Celebration is our chance to recognize the outstanding achievements of these entrepreneurs and change-makers, expand the Bulldog network and inspire one another in a shared pursuit of greatness
Whenever communities are looking for stronger leaders and whenever the world cries out for those who will bring better solutions, the Bulldog 100 are there to answer the call.
Leading and serving. That’s our commitment.
The Michael J. Bryan Award and Scholarship
Michael Bryan (BBA ’89), owner of Vino Venue/Atlanta Wine School and the only business to make the Bulldog 100 list for eight consecutive years, passed away after a long battle with cancer in 2017. The UGA Alumni Association collaborated with his family to create an award and scholarship to honor his memory.
Each year, the Michael J. Bryan Award is given to a returning Bulldog 100 honoree who demonstrates entrepreneurial spirit and whose business has sustained growth. Past recipients of this award include:
- 2018: Mark Mahoney (BBA ’83), Jackrabbit Technologies
- 2019: Ron Holt (BSA ’97), Two Maids & A Mop
- 2020: Bonneau Ansley (BBA ’99), Ansley Atlanta Real Estate
- 2021: Airee Edwards (AB ’99), Agora Vintage
- 2022: Rodger Breda (BBA ’73), Breda Pest Management
- 2023: Biren Patel (MBA ’12), Biren Patel Engineering
- 2024: Jim Chasteen (BBA ’98), Charlie Thompson (AB ’99, JD ’03, MBA ’03), Kelly Chasteen (BSED ’00), Justin Manglitz (BBA ’04), Chad Ralston (BBA ’08), ASW Distillery
- 2025: Ben Ross (PHARMD ’08), Clark Drug, Coastal Drug, Ross Drug
In addition, donations to the Michael J. Bryan Bulldog 100 Scholarship Fund will support need-based scholarships for students.
Important Dates
Mid-April, 2025: Nominations open for 2026 Bulldog 100
July 31, 2025: Nominations close for 2026 Bulldog 100
August 2025: 2026 application process begins
October 2025: 2026 application deadline
October 2025: Financials due to Warren Averett for 2026 application
December 2025: 2026 honorees notified and event registration opens
Winter 2026: 2026 Bulldog 100 Celebration
Spring 2026: 2027 Bulldog 100 nominations open
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