TAMPA, Fla. (June 10, 2025) – Proforma, the $650 million technology and business success leader, is pleased to share that 47 of its Distributor Owners have been nominated for the prestigious 2025 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America. This recognition honors the hard work of each Distributor Owner and illustrates the robust growth Proforma has experienced over the last three years.
Inc. Magazine has maintained the renowned Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies since 1982. The rigorous inclusion criteria require companies to be privately held and have achieved a minimum revenue of $100,000 in 2022 and greater than $2 million in revenue in 2024.
“We are thrilled to have 47 Distributor Owners nominated for Inc. 5000’s list of fastest-growing companies,” said Michelle Dalton, Senior Vice President of Owner and Supplier Success at Proforma. “This achievement showcases the individual stories of hard work that collectively contribute to the shared success of Proforma.”
For more than thirty years, the Proforma Network has been a mainstay on the Inc. 5000 list. This tenure is a testament to Proforma’s dedication to supporting Distributor Owners with tools and resources to cultivate their businesses.
“We’ve witnessed remarkable growth in recent years,” said Vanessa Edwards, Director of Business Development at Proforma. “Innovative technology and robust support are consistently among the top reasons Distributor Owners and Sales Professionals choose to join the Proforma Network.”
Proforma Distributor Owners nominated for the Inc. 5000 list experienced significant revenue growth over the three-year evaluation window, ranging from 50% to 1,220%.
“We prioritize providing our Distributor Owners with proprietary technology, comprehensive Supplier integrations, and the backing of a 200+ person Support Center Team,” said Mike Dobozy, Chief Technology Officer at Proforma. “We’re committed to ensuring our Owners have the latest capabilities and comprehensive resources to empower their success.”
Proforma prides itself on being a leader in technology and business solutions and the largest, family-owned and operated company in the industry. Its people-focused and process-oriented philosophy has contributed to this impressive number of Distributor Owner nominations. The Inc. 5000 list is expected to be announced in Summer 2025.
TAMPA, FLA. (May 27, 2025)—Proforma, the $650 million technology and business success leader, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the #3 spot on the 2025 Promotional Products Association International (PPAI) 100 list. PPAI 100 is a prestigious, data-driven ranking recognizing the top 100 distributors and suppliers in the promotional products industry.
PPAI 100 is scored on a 500-point scale evaluating eight categories, including previous year revenue, growth, industry faith, professional development, responsibility, innovation, employee happiness, and online presence. This matrix provides a comprehensive look at each organization in the print and promotional products industry and recognizes businesses that exhibit excellence in multiple areas.
“The detailed assessment of the PPAI 100 speaks to the strength of the companies recognized,” says Tim Nale, Chief Brand Officer at Proforma. “Proforma is proud to be consistently ranked in the top five year-over-year and honored to receive the #3 spot for 2025.”
Proforma received commendable marks in several categories, including professional development, employee happiness, growth, and revenue, which speaks to the company’s commitment to its people and technology initiatives.
As the largest family-owned and operated distributorship in the industry, Proforma prioritizes people. Whether ensuring staff fulfillment or nurturing industry relationships, recognizing and honoring individuals for their strengths is at the core of Proforma’s company culture. Proforma also places a strong emphasis on technology. From developing proprietary eCommerce solutions that streamline efficiencies to incorporating AI to optimize processes, Proforma continues to be an industry leader in innovation through its strategic technology efforts.
“For more than 45 years, Proforma has been a family-owned and operated business, using our core values as our guide and commitment to technology and innovation as our motivation.” says Vera Muzzillo, CEO of Proforma. “Our #3 ranking on the PPAI 100 list is a recognition of the hard work the Proforma Network puts in daily, and that drive will carry us into the future as the industry continues to evolve.”
To learn more about what this award means for Proforma, click here: https://www.ppai.org/ppai/proforma/?y=2025