Woodie's Wash Shack
Named 15th Fastest Growing Company in Tampa Bay!
Woodie's Wash Shack earns the #15 spot in The "Fast50" Awards!
Woodie’s Wash Shack is thrilled to announce it has earned the #15 spot in the Tampa Bay Business Journal’s 2025 Fast50 Awards, recognizing the fastest-growing privately held companies in the region! Established in 2019, Woodie’s has rapidly
expanded to 16+ locations across the Tampa Bay Region, supported by a passionate team committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience infused with 1950’s surf-culture flair. From one location to a regional chain in under 5 years, this growth reflects strong demand fo its endless-wash membership model, friendly service, and attention to detail.
“Being ranked among the Fast 50 is a true honor,” said Paul Sigfusson, President & CFO of Woodie’s Wash Shack. “But this is really about the days, nights, and weekends our Surf Crew puts in. Their unwavering commitment to the Woodie’s experience made this ranking possible.”
To celebrate this milestone, Woodie’s Wash Shack brought along a group of its field operations crew, Site Managers, and Area Managers to join in accepting the award. “It was important to us that the very people who make Woodie’s what it is every single day were there to share in this recognition,” said Jake DeGeare, VP of Sales & Marketing. “Our Surf Crew is the heart of our brand, and without them, none of this would be possible. This is truly their award.”
The team’s presence highlighted the company’s commitment to celebrating wins together and reinforcing the culture of unity that has fueled Woodie’s rapid growth. From the front-line wash crew to Area Managers overseeing multiple sites, every level of the organization was represented, underscoring the message that this Fast 50 honor was earned collectively through dedication, hard work, and a shared passion for delivering the Woodie’s experience.
About Woodie’s Wash Shack:
Founded in 2019, family‑owned and headquartered in Tampa.
Offers automated conveyor washes with advanced tunnel technology—accommodating large vehicles up to 7’2″ tall and wide.
Inspired by 1950’s surf culture, providing a vibrant, aromatic, and music‑driven atmosphere at each facility
Recognized earlier as 2022 Small Business of the Year in the startup category through the Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce
Looking Ahead:
Woodie’s is actively expanding, with recent announcements including the 17th location in Wesley Chapel and additional sites underway in St. Petersburg, Palm Harbor, and Apollo Beach. The company remains committed to its mission of providing an “oasis of EPIC amounts of courtesy, clean, fun, and opportunity” across Tampa Bay.
