Two Pasco-based companies on the list of 50 fastest growing companies in Tampa Bay

June 24, 2013

The Tampa Bay Business Journal named its finalists for its list of the 50 fastest-growing privately held companies in Tampa Bay. At the 2013 Fast 50 Awards Luncheon, the Tampa Bay Business Journal will reveal their ranking order and announce the 10 fastest-growing companies based on total revenue gain over the same three-year period. Two Pasco-based companies made the list of 50 fastest growing companies in Tampa Bay: BallywhoSocial and Optimal IdM, LLC. BallywhoSocial is a social media firm headquartered in Wesley Chapel. The company works directly with companies and organizations to develop social strategies. They specialize in many different aspects of social media, including monitoring, management, content, campaigns, advertising, design, and analytics. Elissa Nauful and Scott Plumley founded the company in 2009 and it is one of Tampa Bay's fastest growing social media firms located in one of the fastest growing communities in Florida. Optimal IdM, LLC. is a leading global provider of identity management software and consulting solutions. Headquartered in Land O’ Lakes Florida, Optimal IdM Optimal IdM’s customers include Fortune 1000 companies, as well as Federal, State and Local Government agencies in more than 12 countries on 4 continents. The company provides sales and services through regional offices across the United States and a growing network of resellers and distributors. Founded in 2005, Optimal IdM is privately held and has been profitable in every quarter since inception, according to the company website. The ranking of the 50 Fastest Growing Companies in Tampa Bay will be based on three years of consecutive revenue growth. The list provides an in-depth snapshot of the businesses and industries that are managing to grow and thrive. In Pasco County we have already seen explosive growth in the technology sectors, with small tech firms popping up every day. If your company is looking to expand or relocate in Florida, there's Room To Grow In Tampa Bay!