A Message from the Executive Director: Martin County Business Award Winners
These are especially busy days right now at the Business Development Board of Martin County as we prepare to host the 2025 Martin County Business Awards—basically the business community’s version of the Super Bowl.
Leading up to the Oct. 6 luncheon at Hutchinson Island Shores Resort & Spa in Jensen Beach, we’ve received more than 60 nominations. Now it’s time to unveil the winners.
But first, a little awards show suspense. (Yes, I do realize that you can simply read ahead, but where’s the fun in that?)
First, we’d like to thank presenting sponsor, Bank of America. We also thank Gold sponsors Ashley Capital, Cleveland Clinic Martin Health, and the Village of Indiantown.
Now, without further delay, here are your 2025 winners:
Business Excellence Award – Hinckley Yacht Services:
The internationally acclaimed yacht builder and marine-tech innovator recently expanded its Stuart Service Center with a state-of-the-art facility 43,000-square-foot building constructed to Category 5 hurricane standards and designed to protect up to 60 vessels, further enhancing Martin County’s reputation as a world-class destination for marine services. Hinckley Yachts
Manufacturer of the Year – ADDiTEC:
A pioneer in metal 3D printing technologies, Palm City-based ADDiTEC develops innovations for the military as well as aerospace and energy industries. Its high-powered, laser-based systems enable the rapid design and manufacture precision parts in the field. ADDiTEC
Newcomer of the Year – East Coast Metal Structures:
Investing more than $3 million in robotic and automated technologies, East Coast Metal Structures opened a nearly 100,000-square-foot facility and hired more than 60 employees for its Village of Indiantown operation. The company also works with Indiantown High School, Project LIFT, Indiantown Chamber of Commerce and other local organizations on workforce development initiatives. East Coast Metal Structures
Headquarters of the Year – Relive Health:
Started in Stuart in 2017 by Domenic Iacovone, Relive Health—which provides extensive health and wellness treatments such as hormone therapy and regenerative medicines—has expanded by a notable degree. There are now more than two dozen clinics across the country with several more preparing to open. Relive Health
Company to Watch – Daher:
A 160-year-old airplane manufacturer, Daher made massive investments in equipment, inventory and personnel since moving into its 440,000-square-foot facility at Witham Field in 2022. They are well on their way to bringing two new assembly lines on site at their Stuart campus (for their critically acclaimed TBM 960 and Kodiak aircraft.) Importantly, the company is also teaming up with the R.E.A.C.H Center, a workforce development facility designed to provide hands-on training in high-demand industries such as aviation, marine and manufacturing. Daher
Entrepreneur of the Year – Sanford “Sandy” Woods, Treasure Coast Toyota:
A widely celebrated standout in the automotive industry, Woods is best known locally for his dealerships, Treasure Coast Toyota in Stuart and Treasure Coast Lexus in Fort Pierce. His accomplishments, catalyzed by the successful restructuring of Chrysler’s struggling Minority Retail Development Program, span multiple industries. Treasure Coast Toyota
Youth Entrepreneur of the Year – Theo Smail of Theo Shot It:
A 17-year-old Jensen Beach High School student, Theo Smail turned his love of photography and football into a burgeoning sports media business. He creates custom content for student athletes, trainers and brands in multiple sports and multiple states, mentors his fellow peers who share his interests and gives his time to hurricane clean-ups and local charity efforts.
Andy finally, to recognize the creative collaborations taking place across the county to strengthen the local employment base, we unveiled a new category this year. Theo Shot it – Instagram
Innovation in Workforce Development Award – Alice’s Restaurant – A Caring Café:
People with intellectual and developmental disabilities are experiencing the satisfaction and dignity of work thanks to a partnership with Association for the Rights of the Challenged, Palm City-based Treasure Coast Provisions and Indian River Provisions. Indivdiuals employed at Alice’s Restaurant receive tailored skills training and ensure the patrons of Alice’s Retaurant in Stuart enjoy delicious meals that are made and served with love. Alice’s Family Restaurant
Learn more about how the Business Development Board of Martin County supports local businesses at www.BDBMC.org
