Best Companies to watch, 2025
Editor's Note
In a world where innovation moves faster than ever and market landscapes shift in the blink of an eye, the true differentiators of success are clarity, courage, and the willingness to reimagine what’s possible. Best Companies to Watch 2025 is more than just an annual feature—it is a curated tribute to the organizations that are not only thriving today but actively shaping the business world of tomorrow.
This edition celebrates companies that dared to think differently in a year defined by disruption and digital acceleration. These organizations have embraced transformation, invested in future-ready strategies, and built cultures where people, technology, and purpose move in harmony. Whether through groundbreaking products, customer-centric approaches, or visionary leadership, each featured company has proven that sustainable growth comes from a mindset of continuous evolution.
As you explore the pages of this issue, we hope you feel the same sense of inspiration and forward momentum that guided our selection. These companies remind us that excellence is not an act—it is a commitment. And at ValiantCXO, our mission remains to spotlight the trailblazers who set new benchmarks and encourage others to reach higher.
Here’s to the innovators, disruptors, and leaders redefining the future—one bold decision at a time.
— Editor, ValiantCXO Magazine
COVER STORY
CloudFirst: Leading the Future of Intelligent Cloud Transformation
CloudFirst is redefining the future of enterprise technology with its unwavering commitment to delivering reliable, scalable, and secure cloud solutions. In a market where digital transformation is no longer optional, the company stands out by empowering businesses to migrate, modernize, and manage their operations seamlessly in the cloud.
At the heart of CloudFirst’s success is its focus on customer-centric engineering and robust cloud architecture. The company leverages cutting-edge technologies—AI-driven automation, multi-cloud orchestration, and zero-trust security frameworks—to help clients unlock agility and long-term efficiency. From startups to large enterprises, CloudFirst provides tailor-made solutions that elevate operational clarity, reduce costs, and accelerate growth.
As businesses worldwide prepare for the next wave of digital challenges, CloudFirst continues to position itself as a trusted partner shaping tomorrow’s cloud landscape. With a visionary leadership team and an innovation-first culture, the company remains dedicated to helping organizations stay future-ready. CloudFirst isn’t just a service provider—it is a catalyst powering the next generation of digital excellence.
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Hal Schwartz
Chief Sales & Marketing Officer
Chuck Paolillo
Chief Operating Officer
In an era where digital resilience defines competitive advantage, enterprise leaders face a critical challenge: how to modernize mission-critical infrastructure without compromising uptime, compliance, or operational continuity. For organizations running IBM Power Systems, including IBM i (AS/400) and AIX workloads, the stakes are particularly high. These environments power core business operations yet often lack clear migration pathways to modern cloud platforms.
International Van Lines: Moving is one of the most stressful experiences a person can face, and yet it is something millions of people must go through every year. In such an environment, trust, professionalism, and reliability matter more than anything else.
David Thomson
CEO
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CFO Excellence Awards, 2025
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Nick Galassi
Founder and CFO
MediaOcean.
Nick Galassi: Leading a company in today’s advertising technology industry takes more than financial insight and smart strategies- it requires vision, creativity, and the ability to connect people and ideas. That is exactly what Nick Galassi, the Chief Financial Officer and President of Mediaocean, brings to the table. He combines his strong background in finance with a sharp sense of innovation and a genuine focus on teamwork. Under his leadership, Mediaocean has grown into a trusted global platform that connects every part of the advertising industry.