Updated
October 21, 2026
Published
May 08, 2026
CO—100 is the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s premier awards program recognizing the top 100 small businesses in America. Each year, we identify and honor companies that are driving innovation, strengthening communities, and redefining what’s possible for small businesses.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and CO—, the Chamber's digital platform for small businesses, named Trade Design Build, a design-build firm in Ithaca, New York, as the CO—100 Top Small Business for 2026.
Trade Design Build won top honors for its impressive business growth and ability to turn complicated construction projects into seamless, collaborative experiences for residential and commercial clients. The firm started with three people in 2016; today, it has grown to 35 employees and projects approximately $12 million in 2026 revenue.
Trade Design Build was recognized at an awards dinner and gala where CEO Gideon Stone was presented with a check for $25,000.
Trade Design Build was recognized after earning a spot on the 2026 CO—100 list. Honorees are selected across ten categories, ranging from tech innovation and company culture to community impact and global expansion.
Each year, 10 Top Honorees are recognized for outstanding achievement in their category. The 2026 Top Honorees are:
- Growth Accelerator: Resort Life Carts, Madera, CA
- Global Star: SpecOps Biosciences LLC, Colorado Springs, CO
- Micro-Business Leader: Jovy, Ridgewood, NJ
- The Disruptor: Joe & Bella, Riverwoods, IL
- Champion of Adaptability: Xtreme Fabrication, Leitchfield, KY
- Enduring Business: Rab's Country Lanes, Staten Island, NY
- Tech Innovator: MorTrack LLC, Littleton, CO
- Community Champion: IN Food Marketing & Design, Minneapolis, MN
- Culture Champion: Beetle's Plumbing Solutions, North Royalton, OH
- Customer Champion: Trade Design Build, Ithaca, NY
The 10 businesses each receive $2,000 and a feature article on the CO— website, visited by over 4.7 million people a year for guidance to run and grow their companies.
The CO—100 honors small businesses that are driving innovation, creating opportunity, and strengthening communities across America. Explore the full list of this year's honorees and learn more about the businesses shaping what's next.
The 2026 CO—100 By the Numbers
This program goes beyond growth alone — CO—100 recognizes the ideas, leadership, and resilience behind truly exceptional businesses. Collectively, the 2026 honorees:
- Generate more than $340 million in annual revenue
- Employ more than 2,500 workers
- Represent 36 states and Washington, D.C.
- Span 15 industries
- Include members of more than 40 local chambers of commerce
These businesses showcase the innovation, optimism, and growth that continue to drive the American economy forward.
CO—100 Honoree Benefits
All 100 small businesses selected for the CO—100 receive:
- A free U.S. Chamber small business membership
- Expanded visibility
- Community-building and networking opportunities
- A business listing and content placements on CO— , the Chamber's award winning digital platform
- VIP access to the CO—100 awards experience in Washington, D.C.
Ten of the CO—100 businesses are recognized as best in class across 10 categories of business excellence.
One company is named the “CO—100 Top Business” and receives $25,000, a feature article on CO—, dedicated social posts, newsletter spotlights, and priority access to national media opportunities.
CO— Small Business Day
The 2026 applications were announced at CO— Small Business Day, which featured experts and entrepreneurs sharing their best insights on accelerating growth, including Dwayne Myers of Dynamic Automotive, the 2025 CO—100 Top Business.
Applications for next year’s CO—100 will open in Spring 2027.
The U.S. Chamber serves and supports more than 5 million small businesses through membership, our nationwide federation of state and local chambers, and digital platforms—giving small businesses representation, resources, and a powerful voice at national scale.
The CO—100 is part of the U.S. Chamber’s robust portfolio of programs for small businesses. Learn more here.
Small Business at the U.S. Chamber
About the author
Lindsay Burton
Lindsay (Cates) Burton is a director on the communications team. She leads strategic communications for member marketing partnerships and small business advocacy programs. She previously worked as a writer and editor at U.S. News and World Report.
