Ransome Asset Management Ranks 5th on Prestigious USF Fast 56 List

TAMPA, FL – October 24, 2025 – Ransome Asset Management, LLC, a leading Tampa-based registered investment advisory firm, today announced its inclusion in the University of South Florida (USF) Fast 56 Awards, ranking 5th among the fastest-growing businesses owned or led by USF alumni.

The USF Fast 56 program is an annual signature event that recognizes the entrepreneurial achievements and business leadership of USF alumni, named for the university's founding year. Ransome Asset Management’s impressive 5th place ranking highlights its rapid growth and commitment to delivering exceptional financial results for its clients.

The firm's success is deeply rooted in its connection to the University of South Florida. Founder and Chief Investment Officer, Dawson A. Ransome, CFA, is a distinguished alumnus of the USF Muma College of Business, where he graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Finance, concentrating in asset management and applied security analysis. Mr. Ransome continues his active involvement with the university as an Alumni Board Member of the Student Managed Investment Fund and a Senior Board Member of the USF Real Estate Society.

Ransome Asset Management specializes in providing customized investment and portfolio management solutions. Its core business lines include managing portfolios in public equity and real estate, employing an opportunistic, value-oriented, and risk-controlled approach focused on generating alpha (excess return). The firm also provides comprehensive advisory services to individual and institutional investors.

“Being recognized by the USF Fast 56 is a tremendous honor that reflects the dedication of our team and the trust our clients place in us and our investment philosophy,” said Dawson Ransome. “As a proud USF Bull, it’s rewarding to contribute to the legacy of success stemming from the Muma College of Business. This achievement validates our commitment to disciplined investment strategies and underscores the strong connection between USF alumni and economic growth in the Tampa Bay area.”

About Ransome Asset Management

Ransome Asset Management, LLC is a registered investment advisory firm headquartered in Tampa, Florida. The firm provides discretionary asset management and advisory services to individual and institutional investors, focusing on excess return generation across public equity and real estate investments.