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Like great explorers, great entrepreneurs start with a vision

Along their path to success, the 2008 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® national finalists have demonstrated exceptional determination, foresight and inspiration. This extraordinary group of business leaders have overcome many challenges to achieve their potential and make a difference.

The 2008 Australian Entrepreneur Of The Year will be announced at the prestigious national awards on Thursday 27 November and will go on to represent Australia at the World Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards in Monte Carlo on 28-31 May 2009.

Review a list of the 2008 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® national finalists.

2008 World Entrepreneur Of The Year

Dr. Jean-Paul Clozel of Switzerland was named as the Ernst & Young World Entrepreneur Of The Year 2008 at the climax of a glittering ceremony in Monte Carlo on 31 May. Watch a video of Dr Clozel winning the award.

Growing your company?

At Ernst & Young, our Strategic Growth Markets professsionals know what it takes to grow a business from inspiration to market leader.

Blueprint for Growth: Success secrets from the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The YearŽ winners

View an invigorating discussion from a panel of some of America's top entrepreneurs on what it takes to become, and remain, a high-growth company in an uncertain global marketplace.

2009 Ernst & Young
Entrepreneur Of The Year

We encourage you to participate in the 2009 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year awards. Download the nomination form here.

Winners' videos

View videos of previous Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® winners.


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