"Now more than ever we should be recognising and applauding the entrepreneurs who are driving their businesses forward, taking innovative new ideas to markets around the world, and creating the jobs and wealth that will deliver prosperity for the UK as a whole."

Lord Browne -
Chairman 2012 UK Judges Panel

"The calibre & quality of entrepreneurs judged last year encapsulated everything expected of successful business leaders at the top of their game. What was particularly noticeable was the way that corporate social responsibility is being woven into the fabric of entrepreneurs thinking, alongside business and financial performance, which together produced very impressive outcomes indeed. "

Richard Moon, Acal Plc -
Chairman 2012 London & South Judge Panel

"It is a privilege and a pleasure to be on the judging panel for the Entrepreneur of the Year programme. The energy, vitality and creativity of the entrants is refreshing in these difficult times and the whole process feels much more like a celebration than a competition. I'm amazed and delighted that the Ernst and Young team find so many high growth businesses, year in year out."

Anthony Preston - 2012 UK Judge