Naples, Florida – April 29, 2025—Dragon Horse Agency proudly announces that P. Blake Renda, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, has been nominated for the fourth consecutive year for the prestigious Distinguished Entrepreneur of Southwest Florida Award, presented by the Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU). This annual accolade honors outstanding small business leaders who exemplify innovation, resilience, and excellence in entrepreneurship.
The Distinguished Entrepreneur Awards, held during National Small Business Week, recognize business owners who have made significant contributions to the regional economy through growth, creativity, mentorship, and leadership. The 2025 ceremony, marking the 12th anniversary of the event, will take place on May 15 and is expected to draw over 200 attendees, including business owners, community leaders, elected officials, and corporate decision-makers.
Mr. Renda’s consistent recognition over the past four years underscores his unwavering commitment to business excellence and community development. Under his strategic leadership, Dragon Horse Agency has achieved significant milestones.
Mr. Renda’s visionary approach to business and his experience as a top-ranked institutional investor inspired Dragon Horse Agency’s 2015 first-to-market integrated business strategy with a full-service marketing solution called DragonONE. Dragon Horse Agency was also the first to market with A.I. in 2016, launching its then cutting-edge platform, DragonIQ, positioning Dragon Horse Agency as a leader in the marketing and branding industry.
“Being nominated for the Distinguished Entrepreneur Award for the fourth consecutive year is a profound honor,” said Mr. Renda. “This recognition reflects the collective efforts of our dedicated team at Dragon Horse Agency and our commitment to driving innovation and excellence in the business community.”
The Florida SBDC at FGCU plays a pivotal role in supporting small businesses across Southwest Florida. It offers no-cost consulting, training, and resources to help entrepreneurs start, grow, and succeed in their ventures. In 2023 alone, the center assisted more than 1,300 small businesses, resulting in business owners securing over $28 million in capital, obtaining over $40 million in government contracts, impacting over 4,200 jobs, increasing sales by over $30 million, and starting 114 new businesses.
The Distinguished Entrepreneur Awards program includes multiple award categories designed to recognize diverse forms of entrepreneurial excellence in Southwest Florida. Each award has distinct criteria to ensure that nominees are evaluated appropriately based on their impact, leadership, and business performance.
Dragon Horse Agency and Mr. Renda extend their gratitude to the Florida SBDC at FGCU for this esteemed nomination and congratulates all fellow nominees who contribute to the vibrant entrepreneurial landscape of Southwest Florida.
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About Dragon Horse Agency
Dragon Horse Agency stands as a prominent global marketing and business consulting firm, with headquarters located in Naples, Florida, and Santa Monica, California.
At Dragon Horse Agency, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our innovative approach in delivering customized business and marketing solutions. Our groundbreaking platform, DragonONE, seamlessly integrates comprehensive business strategies with a full-service marketing framework, specifically designed to cater to the unique needs of each client.
In addition, we were pioneers in the industry, launching our leading Artificial Intelligence platform, DragonIQ, in 2016. As a fiduciary to brands, Dragon Horse Agency is dedicated to empowering businesses to realize their full potential through strategic innovation and unmatched expertise.
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