Awards + Recognitions

At Coast Professional, Inc., recognition is not the goal—it’s the result of doing what’s right for our clients, employees, and communities. We are 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.

Top 10 National Ranking—Training APEX Awards

In 2026, Coast Professional, Inc. ranked #6 on Training Magazine’s Training MVP Awards, marking the seventh 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 2026—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 Workplaces USA
Best Places to Work in Collections
Inc Best Workplaces
2021 Best Places to Work

Top U.S. Workplace
by Energage

Coast Professional, Inc. 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 Professional, Inc. 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.

BBB Torch Award

BBB Torch Award for Ethics

Coast Professional, Inc. 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 Professional, Inc.’s dedication to ethical practices, community partnerships, and respect for consumers.

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE: WOMEN IN BUSINESS

RBJ Elevating Women Award

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

Stevie Awards for Women in Business

Members of Coast Professional, Inc.’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 our success.

BUSINESS GROWTH & INNOVATION

Elev8 GovCon Award Honoree

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 logo circular

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

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

Pinnacle Award Logo

American Marketing Association
(AMA) Pinnacle Award–2021

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

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George Traber Award
Livingston County Chamber of Commerce (2021)

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

  • Casual Dress for Charity
  • Annual Golf Tournament benefiting school districts

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