EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™

EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ is the only global program of its kind for entrepreneurs. With a legacy of nearly 40 years, this flagship program celebrates, connects and supports entrepreneurs as they unlock their ambitions.

EY Entrepreneur Of The Year at a glance

58

programs worldwide

79

countries and territories

30K

global alumni​

A program like no other

Entrepreneurs from around the world are nominated to join a prestigious ecosystem of business leaders through a yearlong program of service, support and invaluable connections. CEOs, founders, owners and leaders participating in the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year program benefit from: 

  • A global network of distinguished peers and mentors
  • Learning resources and insights to help navigate their growth journey 
  • Opportunities to raise the profile of their companies

Representing the best of entrepreneurship

Starting at the regional and country level, EY Entrepreneur Of The Year honors leaders who demonstrate excellence in areas such as innovation, financial performance, social responsibility, and personal commitment to their businesses and communities. ​​

Each annual program concludes with a competition and announcement of category winners — such as industry and innovation winners — and an overall winner. Winners are selected by an independent panel of judges who are successful, innovative entrepreneurs themselves. ​

Overall program winners go on to represent their country or territory in the ultimate global competition for entrepreneurs: EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™

WEOY 2023 winner Doris Hsu

Nominate a visionary

Are you a founder, CEO or leader of a high-growth business and ready to join our global ecosystem of entrepreneurs? Nominate yourself or another leader for EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ today.

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EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Malaysia

Launched locally in 2002, the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year program recognizes and celebrates the spirit and contribution of exceptional entrepreneurs. These are the individuals who see things beyond the horizon and help shape the future. Come learn more about this year's winners.

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Entrepreneurship at EY

The EY purpose is to build a better working world. To deliver on that purpose, we are committed to supporting a global ecosystem of entrepreneurs.

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