Free Birds Revolution: The Future of Work and the Independent Mind named Stevie Winner In 2025 American Business Awards®
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CEO-authored book earns recognition as a relevant and timely exploration of the growing independent workforce
Ashburn, VA – April 25, 2025 – The groundbreaking book Free Birds Revolution: The Future of Work and the Independent Mind, authored by MBO Partners CEO Miles Everson, was named winner of a Bronze Stevie® Award in The 23rd Annual American Business Awards® announced this week.
The American Business Awards are the U.S.A.’s premier business awards program. More than 3,600 nominations from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted this year for consideration, and more than 250 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year’s Stevie Award winners.
Free Birds Revolution, which has appeared on the USA Today Bestseller list, was honored in the Best Business Book category. Recognized by judges as a relevant and engaging resource for business leaders and independent professionals alike, Free Birds Revolution presents a compelling narrative on the rise of independent work.
The book’s clarity and credible data were also cited in its selection, along with its depth and notable focus on important shifts in the modern workforce. In a climate of uncertainty, Free Birds Revolution stands out as a welcome primer and a must-read volume, covering historical context, current trends, and future implications of this major shift in how we work.
“It is a distinct honor to have Free Birds Revolution recognized in this year’s American Business Awards,” said Everson. “The rise of independent professionals is not a trend— it is a business revolution that is radically transforming and redefining how work gets done around the world and reshaping the future for us all.”
“Organizations across the United States continue to demonstrate resilience and innovation,” said Stevie Awards president Maggie Miller. “The 2025 Stevie winners have helped drive that success through their innovation, persistence, and hard work. We congratulate all of the winners in the 2025 ABAs.”
About the book
Free Birds Revolution: The Future of Work and the Independent Mind is a call to action for the more than 72 million independent workers in the U.S. and for enterprises navigating today’s world. Through insightful analysis and vibrant storytelling, author Miles Everson, who is based in Austin, Texas, highlights how independent work fosters agility, innovation, and freedom for individuals and businesses alike. Discover more about Free Birds Revolution at https://www.freebirdsrevolution.com/.
About MBO Partners®
MBO Partners connects organizations with a global network of high-value independent professionals. Our workforce solutions help teams secure top talent, scale their independent workforce, and manage the process with confidence and compliance. With 30 years of industry experience, we deliver the tools and support needed to build a future-ready workforce. For more information, visit mbopartners.com.
About the Stevie Awards
Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.StevieAwards.com.
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