Drake Ready Mix, a family-owned and operated concrete ready mix company, has been announced as a finalist on GrowFL’s “Companies to Watch” list, which honors high-growth, second-stage companies headquartered in Florida that demonstrate exceptional innovation and potential for future success.
Founded in 2006 by a father-and-son team, Drake Ready Mix operates out of a 10-acre, state-of-the-art production facility with a fleet of 100+ trucks and offers many standard and custom mixes and designs. What started as humble beginnings has now turned into a team of 100 employees with a combined 150+ years of industry experience.
“We are honored to be named one of the finalists for GrowFL’s ‘Companies to Watch’ list this year,” said Terry Drake, president & founding partner of Drake Ready Mix. “As a family-owned company starting out with less than 10 employees, we feel this recognition is a testament to our team’s passion and commitment to reliability, quality and value.”
More than 500 nominations were received from more than 60 organizations throughout Florida. GrowFL selected Drake Ready Mix to join its list of 96 finalists statewide. The company is one of just three Lee County businesses named to this year’s finalist list.
“This year’s finalists showcase Florida’s entrepreneurs’ remarkable resilience and creativity,” said Marius Dobren, Chair of the GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch Committee. “Their achievements in a dynamic business landscape inspire others to reach for excellence. As a marketplace for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs, the GrowFL community is delighted to celebrate this year’s finalists and look forward to announcing the top 50 Honorees in October.”
Sponsored by Nperspective CFO & Strategic Services and in partnership with the Edward Lowe Foundation, the GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch award recognizes businesses that significantly contribute to Florida’s economic vitality. These companies have overcome challenges, displayed strong leadership, and fostered innovation, making a positive impact on their communities and industries.
GrowFL’s Companies to Watch program will announce 50 honorees in October and celebrate winners during an awards ceremony in February.
About Drake Ready Mix
Drake Ready Mix is a family-owned and operated concrete ready mix company founded in 2006, known for its reputation for high-quality concrete, superior customer service and value-oriented, reliable results. Based in Fort Myers, Drake Ready Mix operates a 100+ fleet of trucks that serves residential and commercial projects of all sizes for local, state and national contractors, builders and developers who build in Lee, Collier, Hendry and Charlotte counties. For more information, visit DrakeReadyMix.com or call 239-590-9199.
About GrowFL
GrowFL propels Florida’s economy forward by empowering second-stage companies to reach their full potential. We provide focused, timely resources and expert connections to help these businesses scale and thrive. Our mission is to accelerate the growth of companies with at least six employees and $750,000 in revenue committed to expanding beyond this stage. We contribute to Florida’s economic diversification and strength by fostering a thriving ecosystem of second-stage companies. Website: http://www.growfl.com.
