BOSTON, MA — October 8, 2025 — Sprout Labs, Inc. has been recognized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce as one of the Top 10 Small Businesses in America, earning a prestigious spot on the 2025 CO—100 list. The company also received top honors as the #1 business in the “Disruptor” category, highlighting Sprout Labs’ innovative use of AI technology to scale science based reading instruction so that all children with dyslexia learn to read.
The CO—100 Awards celebrate small businesses across the nation that are driving innovation, creating impact, and exemplifying the future of entrepreneurship. Selected from 12,000 applicants, Sprout Labs stood out for its unique blend of voice-AI technology and expert human support, empowering parents to identify and address their children’s reading difficulties early and effectively.
“This recognition from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce affirms our mission to bring clarity, confidence, and real progress to families facing reading struggles,” said Carla Small, CEO and Founder of Sprout Labs. “We’re proud to be named a Disruptor—not just because we’re helping children overcome reading challenges, but because we’ve found a way to scale this so all families can access the science-based instruction that really changes lives.”
The honor was announced during the Chamber’s annual America’s Top Small Business Summit in Washington, D.C., where Small was invited on stage to share insights about innovation in education, technology, and family engagement.
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About Sprout Labs
Sprout Labs is transforming the way families navigate reading challenges by combining award-winning voice-AI technology with expert human guidance to deliver a comprehensive, personalized solution for struggling readers. Built on the science-backed EarlyBird assessment developed at Boston Children’s Hospital and trusted by schools nationwide, Sprout Labs empowers parents with instant insights into their child’s reading skill gaps, personalized action plans, and certified Orton-Gillingham tutoring. Unlike fragmented apps or inaccessible local programs, Sprout Labs offers structured, engaging instruction and robust parental support—accessible anywhere in the U.S. and tailored to fit busy schedules. Designed for parents of children ages 4–11, particularly those facing dyslexia, rural access limitations, or homeschooling needs, the platform eliminates the guesswork and guilt that often accompany reading difficulties. By offering expert partnership, data-driven clarity, and hope, Sprout Labs gives families more than just tools—it gives them confidence and a path to success.
