Awards + Recognitions

At Coast, recognition is not the goal—it’s the result of doing what’s right for our clients, employees, and communities. Coast is proud to be consistently recognized for excellence in workplace culture, training and development, community impact, and leadership. These awards reflect our commitment to ethical business practices, innovation, and an environment where people are empowered to succeed.

AWARD-WINNING TRAINING PROGRAM

Top 15 National Ranking—Training APEX Awards

In 2025, Coast ranked #15 on Training Magazine’s Training APEX Awards, marking the sixth consecutive year of recognition. This award honors the world’s most successful employee learning and development programs, evaluated on metrics such as training hours per employee, total training investment, and innovation in delivery.

2021 to 2025—Consecutive recognitions as a Training Top 100/APEX Award winner
2021—#45 in the world
2020—#117 in the world

BEST PLACES TO WORK

Top U.S. Workplace
by Energage

Coast has been honored as a Top Workplace in the U.S. for 2023, based on direct employee feedback. This marked the third year in a row receiving this recognition.

Best Places to Work
in Collections

Coast has earned this title six times (2014, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2021) from insideARM and Best Companies Group, recognizing excellence in workplace policies, employee satisfaction, and culture in the accounts receivable management (ARM) industry.

Inc. Magazine’s
Best Workplaces

Recognized in 2021 for building a resilient and growth-focused workplace during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Buffalo Business First—
Best Places to Work in WNY (2021)

Honored in the medium-sized business category, based on employee survey results.

ETHICS & LEADERSHIP

BBB Torch Award for Ethics

Coast is a two-time Better Business Bureau Torch Award honoree:

2023–BBB of Upstate New York
2017–Integrity Award from BBB Northeast Louisiana

Both awards highlight Coast’s dedication to ethical practices, community partnerships, and respect for consumers.

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE: WOMEN IN BUSINESS

Rochester Business Journal
Elevating Women Award

2024 & 2025 – Received The Elevating Women Award for creating inclusive and empowering environments that support the growth and advancement of women.

Stevie Awards for Women in Business

Members of Coast’s leadership team have been honored with the prestigious Stevie Awards for Women in Business on eight occasions between 2016 and 2024. These accolades recognize their exceptional leadership and significant contributions to Coast’s success.

Coast proudly celebrates the achievements of these women leaders, who continue to set the standard for excellence across the industry.

BUSINESS GROWTH & INNOVATION

Elev8 GovCon Award
(2023, 2024, & 2025)

Presented by OrangeSlices AI, this award recognizes federal contractors that demonstrate excellence in culture, employee engagement, and community contributions.

Inc. 5000 List of America’s
Fastest-Growing Companies

In 2025, Coast was named to Inc. Magazine’s 5000 list for the ninth time, recognized for sustained revenue growth and business excellence.

American Marketing Association
(AMA) Pinnacle Award–2021

Recognized for “Resiliency” in public health efforts, Coast’s contact tracing campaign supported state and local government COVID-19 responses.

COMMUNITY IMPACT

George Traber Award
Livingston County Chamber of Commerce (2021)

Awarded to Coast’s employees for their remarkable fundraising efforts, including:

Casual Dress for Charity
Annual Golf Tournament benefiting school districts

Together, these initiatives have raised more than $800,000 since 2019.

Awards + Recognitions

AWARD-WINNING TRAINING PROGRAM

Top 15 National Ranking—Training APEX Awards

BEST PLACES TO WORK

Top U.S. Workplace by Energage

Best Places to Work in Collections

Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces

Buffalo Business First—Best Places to Work in WNY (2021)