Entrepreneurship

Fueling our future.

Entrepreneurs make a difference. They not only have great ideas, but also the drive to make them a reality. They deliver solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges through purpose and fresh thinking, while bringing innovative services and products to market.

2024 regional finalists

EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2024 regional finalists

Meet the entrepreneurs who are creating a positive impact on the UK economy.

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Entrepreneurship is — and has always been — the heartbeat of a thriving global economy. Unprecedented shifts in how we live, work, play and build community have created opportunity in every industry. Armed with advances in technology, sustainable solutions, and innovative products and services, entrepreneurs seek out these inflection points to fuel a different kind of future. 

Global impact of entrepreneurship

Source: 2020 Global Entrepreneurship Monitor Report

14%

of the world’s adult population are entrepreneurs

2.5b

people employed by entrepreneurial ventures and businesses

$33t

revenue generated by 305 million entrepreneurial businesses worldwide

Our commitment to entrepreneurs

EY is passionate about entrepreneurship. For nearly 40 years, EY has recognized the social and economic impact of entrepreneurs and continues to celebrate their shared mission to create long-term value. 

From startups to mature businesses, EY supports entrepreneurs at every stage of growth across industries and geographies to create sustained value. We do this through:

  1. Equitable entrepreneurship: Targeted entrepreneurship programs provide the services, insights and invaluable networks that define our global, diverse ecosystem of leaders, including our flagship programs, EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ and EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™.
  2. Proprietary insight: The EY 7 Drivers of Growth strategic, research-backed workshops are designed for CEOs, owners and entrepreneurs to assess, deliver and scale their businesses.
  3. Tailored services: From audit to technology consulting, EY experts can provide the relevant services and solutions to fit the specific needs of each entrepreneur. 

The entrepreneur community

Recognising UK entrepreneurs, sharing insights and stories of how they are positively impacting society and building business legacies. 

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Unlock your ambitions with EY Private

Ninety percent of EY clients are private, yielding experience that’s practical and deep.

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