FSU's 5 Under 30: Entrepreneurial Insights & Success Stories

Equiturn Holdings Inc. recognized as fastest-growing business led by FSU alumni for second year in a row

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Florida State University held its annual Seminole 100 celebration, honoring the fastest-growing businesses owned or led by FSU alumni. Equiturn Holdings Inc., a financial advisory and capital markets firm, earned the top spot for the second consecutive year. The event also featured a panel discussion with five FSU alumni entrepreneurs under the age of 30, who shared insights into their journeys and the challenges they overcame.

Why it matters

The Seminole 100 program showcases the entrepreneurial spirit and success of Florida State University's alumni network, highlighting the university's role in fostering the next generation of business leaders. The panel discussion provides valuable lessons and inspiration for aspiring young entrepreneurs.

The details

Equiturn Holdings Inc., founded in 2017, provides financial advisory and capital markets solutions, specializing in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets strategy, and private capital solutions. The firm's repeat success on the Seminole 100 list marks a first for the program. The '5 Under 30' honorees included Abbie Garcia Tunon, founder of GT Stitchery; Gabriel Curtis, CEO and Founder of Insight Studios Productions; Nile Lawrence-Stample, President of NLS Cleaning; Megan Lore, founder and CEO of Muracha Match South and Match South; and Josh O'Conner, founder of RennWorks Outdoors.

  • The Seminole 100 celebration was held on February 21, 2026.
  • Equiturn Holdings Inc. has been recognized as the fastest-growing business owned or led by FSU alumni for the second consecutive year.

The players

Equiturn Holdings Inc.

A financial advisory and capital markets firm founded in 2017, specializing in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets strategy, and private capital solutions.

Joshua Orlinsky

The Chairman and Global Chief Executive Officer of Equiturn Holdings Inc.

Abbie Garcia Tunon

The founder of GT Stitchery, a personalized embroidery and gifting company based in Miami.

Gabriel Curtis

The CEO and Founder of Insight Studios Productions, a marketing and video production company.

Nile Lawrence-Stample

The President of NLS Cleaning, a South Florida-based residential and commercial pressure washing service.

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What they’re saying

“Equiturn's repeat success on the Seminole 100 marks a first for the program.”

— Joshua Orlinsky, Chairman and Global Chief Executive Officer, Equiturn Holdings Inc. (LinkedIn)

“Equiturn's success reflects the remarkable drive and creativity of Florida State alumni.”

— Richard McCullough, President, Florida State University

What’s next

The Seminole 100 rankings are based on compound annual growth rate over the past three years, verified by the global financial services firm EY. The program will continue to recognize the entrepreneurial achievements of FSU alumni in the years to come.

The takeaway

The Seminole 100 celebration showcases the entrepreneurial spirit and success of Florida State University's alumni network, highlighting the university's role in fostering the next generation of business leaders. The panel discussion with young entrepreneurs provides valuable lessons and inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs.