A Year of Momentum: Tekion’s 2025 Awards and Recognitions

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on a year defined by momentum, innovation, and meaningful impact across the automotive retail ecosystem. From industry growth rankings to AI innovation and workplace culture, these recognitions underscore the progress Tekion has made—and the trust placed in our platform, people, and vision. 

Here’s a look at the key awards and honors Tekion received in 2025. 

Recognized for Exceptional Growth and Market Momentum 

Tekion named to the 2025 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ 

Ranking in the top 50% of the 500 fastest-growing technology companies across North America, the recognition highlights Tekion’s strong revenue growth and accelerating adoption, as well as the increasing demand for Tekion’s AI-native, cloud-native platform and its ability to modernize dealership operations end-to-end. 

Leadership Honored for Fourth Consecutive Year 

Jay Vijayan named one of the Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs in Goldman Sachs Builders & Innovators Summit 

For the fourth consecutive year, Tekion Founder and CEO Jay Vijayan was recognized by Goldman Sachs as one of the Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs at the 2025 Builders and Innovators Summit. 

Selected from leaders across industries, this honor recognizes founders who are building category-defining companies with long-term impact. Under Jay’s leadership, Tekion has grown into a global automotive technology platform—redefining how dealerships operate through AI-driven automation, real-time data, and modern architecture. 

Award-Winning AI Innovation 

Tekion AI Agent for Service named Personalized AI Agent Solution of the Year in AI Breakthrough Awards 

Recognized for standout innovation in the global AI market, this highlights Tekion’s leadership in agentic AI and marks the first in a growing suite of AI Agents designed to automate and optimize dealership operations across service, sales, parts, and beyond. 

Unlike traditional AI tools, the AI Agent for Service operates as an autonomous teammate, handling approvals, recommendations, communication, and end-to-end workflow execution. Embedded within Tekion’s Automotive Retail Cloud (ARC), the agent connects directly to real-time dealership data, enabling intelligent action—not just insights. 

Celebrated for Culture and Innovation 

Tekion named to Fast Company’s 2025 Best Workplaces for Innovators 

Fast Company’s 2025 Best Workplaces for Innovators recognizes companies that create environments where bold ideas, experimentation, and continuous learning thrive. 

This recognition reflects Tekion’s commitment to empowering employees through: 

• Continuous learning programs like Tek-Learn 

• Open forums such as AMAs and Fireside Chats 

• Innovation initiatives, including Teknovation Hackathons 

• Recognition programs that reward both everyday impact and breakthrough ideas 

At Tekion, innovation doesn’t happen in silos—it’s built into how teams collaborate, learn, and grow together. 

Looking Ahead 

Each recognition in 2025 tells part of a larger story—one of sustained growth, responsible AI innovation, strong leadership, and a culture that empowers people to push boundaries. 

As Tekion continues to expand its platform, AI capabilities, and global footprint, we remain focused on delivering real value and outcomes for dealerships while building a company where innovation and trust go hand in hand. 

We’re grateful to our customers, partners, and Tekionites for making these milestones possible—and excited for what’s ahead.