Digital Neighbor, a leading digital marketing agency based in Tampa, has been awarded the 2025 Small Business of the Year Award (5–20 Employees category) by the Tampa Bay Chamber at its 45th Annual Small Business of the Year Awards celebration.

The award ceremony, held at TPepin’s Hospitality Centre on November 6th, brought together over 400 business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community supporters to honor the region’s top small businesses. Presented by TD Bank, this signature event is a longstanding tradition dating back to 1980.

“This award is a true milestone for our team,” said Eric Ritter, CEO of Digital Neighbor. “We’ve always believed in doing business with heart, integrity, and purpose. Winning the Small Business of the Year Award reflects not just the success of our services, but the culture we’ve built and the results we’ve delivered for clients across Tampa Bay and beyond.”

The Small Business of the Year Awards (SBOY) are among the most competitive honors in the region, with approximately 350 nominations submitted each year. A 10-month judging process includes comprehensive application reviews, interviews, and in-person site visits by a panel of Chamber members and previous winners. Finalists are evaluated on business performance, community involvement, and ethical practices.

Digital Neighbor stood out for its people-first approach to digital marketing, commitment to innovation, and deep-rooted connection to the Tampa Bay community. The company’s services, ranging from SEO and content marketing to web design and paid advertising, have helped businesses across the country scale intelligently and connect seamlessly in the rapidly-changing digital space.

“This community has supported our growth, and we’re honored to give back through both our work and community involvement,” said Ritter alongside his team during the acceptance speech. “This award belongs to our entire team, our partners, and our clients: our neighbors.”

View the complete list of 2025 Tampa Bay Chamber Awards winners at:
https://www.tampabaychamber.com/blog/2025/11/06/chamber/presenting-the-2025-winners-of-the-small-business-of-the-year-awards/

About Digital Neighbor
Digital Neighbor is a full-service digital marketing agency specializing in law firm marketing. Known for its results-driven, people-focused approach, the company helps businesses build stronger digital relationships with their customers through SEO, AI SEO, web design, content creation, and digital advertising. With a passion for transparency, creativity, and measurable success, Digital Neighbor empowers its clients to grow and thrive in a competitive digital landscape.
Learn more at https://www.digitalneighbor.com

About the Tampa Bay Chamber
Serving the region since 1885, the Tampa Bay Chamber is a not-for-profit membership organization representing approximately 1,400 companies across industries. With a prestigious 5-star accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, it ranks among the top 2% of chambers nationwide. The Chamber’s Small Business of the Year Awards celebrate excellence in entrepreneurship, leadership, and community impact.
Learn more at https://www.tampabaychamber.com/

DIGITAL NEIGHBOR HONORED WITH 2025 BASA AWARD® FOR BEST ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR

Tampa, Florida – October 23, 2025

Digital Neighbor, a leading digital marketing agency based in Tampa, is proud to announce its recognition as the 2025 Best Entrepreneur of the Year winner in the Best of America Small Business Awards® (BASA). The award celebrates Digital Neighbor’s visionary leadership and growing impact in the digital marketing industry.

The BASA Awards® spotlight outstanding small businesses across the United States. This year’s competition drew entries from hundreds of innovative and high-performing organizations across six major categories: Best Small Business, Best Startup, Best Entrepreneur, Best in Class, Best in Tech, and Best Campaign.

Digital Neighbor earned top honors in the Best Entrepreneur category, reflecting not only the leadership of CEO Eric Ritter but also the collaborative spirit and success of the entire team.

“This award is a testament to the incredible talent, dedication, and innovation of our team at Digital Neighbor,” said Eric Ritter, CEO. “While the recognition is titled ‘Best Entrepreneur,’ it’s really about the company we’ve built together. Every member of our team contributes to our vision of helping businesses grow smarter, connect deeper, and market better online.”

From its roots in Tampa to serving clients nationwide, Digital Neighbor has helped hundreds of businesses amplify their digital presence through data-driven SEO, creative content strategy, paid media, and web development. Under Ritter’s leadership, the company has maintained a strong commitment to transparency, education, and performance.

The BASA Award selection process involved two rounds of rigorous judging by a panel of industry experts and successful small business leaders, followed by a public voting round. The result: a curated list of trailblazing companies and individuals helping shape the future of small business in America.

“The 2025 Best of America Small Business Awards attracted an exceptional range of nominees, each exemplifying the innovation and dedication that fuel small businesses across the country,” said Anna Stella, President of BASA Awards®. “Congratulations to all the winners who continue to raise the bar across their industries.”

View the complete list of 2025 BASA Awards® winners at:
https://www.basawards.com/pages/2025-basa-awards%C2%AE-winners

About Digital Neighbor
Digital Neighbor is a full-service digital marketing agency based in Tampa, Florida. Known for its results-driven, people-focused approach, the company helps businesses build stronger digital relationships with their customers through SEO, web design, content creation, and online advertising. With a passion for transparency, creativity, and measurable success, Digital Neighbor empowers its clients to grow and thrive in a competitive digital landscape.

Learn more at https://www.digitalneighbor.com

About the BASA Awards®
The Best of America Small Business Awards® (BASA) recognize and celebrate the best in small business across a wide range of industries and disciplines. With more than 150 categories, BASA highlights companies and leaders that drive innovation, create jobs, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

For more information, visit https://www.basawards.com