2026 Fast 56 Awards

Thursday, Sept. 24

6 p.m. | Reception
7 p.m. | Awards Ceremony

Peter and Cynthia Zinober Concert Hall
3755 USF Holly Dr.
Tampa, FL 33620

Join us for an evening of celebration as we honor the fastest-growing Bull-led businesses.

The USF Fast 56 Awards recognize 56 of the most successful companies owned or led by University of South Florida alumni. Named for the university’s founding year, this signature event highlights the entrepreneurial achievements and business leadership of our alumni community.

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For event-related questions, please contact Cheyenne DeBarros at debarrosc@usf.edu.
Business Cocktail Attire (Green and Gold Encouraged)

Interested in learning more about sponsorship opportunities? Contact Amabel McCormick at amabel@usf.edu or 813-396-2226.

Aug. 27 — Sponsor Print Deadline
Sept. 17 — Sponsor Digital Deadline


Event registration is closed.

Please contact the event organizer Cheyenne DeBarros with any questions.

Please note that photography and videography captured during this event may be used for marketing, promotional and communications purposes of USF or the USF Foundation.

Thank you to our sponsors

Presenting Sponsor:

USF Credit Union

Gold Sponsors:

Green Sponsor:

Patron Sponsors

Ataraxis
The Nexus Group

Event Sponsor