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About the program
From creating disruptive technologies and transforming consumer journeys, to building new communities and driving positive social change, there’s no limit to the creativity of entrepreneurs — and the stories we want to share. Launched here in 2001 the program has grown in profile each year and is now recognised as a leading business award in Australia, consistent with its global status.
The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year program shines a spotlight on entrepreneurs across Australia who master the artful balance of passion, determination, character, and skill to create businesses that address the most complex challenges and build a better working world. By joining the program, you’ll have the opportunity to celebrate success with your team, inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs and gain access to an exclusive global network of program participants that help to build connections, fuel success and navigate long-term growth.
If you or someone you know is turning ground-breaking ideas into innovative businesses, we want to help celebrate that success today.
At EY, we support entrepreneurship for all — not just today, not just tomorrow, but for the next century and beyond. The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year program recognises and celebrates the spirit and contribution of exceptional entrepreneurs. These are the individuals who see things beyond the horizon and help shape the future. By challenging orthodox methods and creating new markets for goods and services, entrepreneurs positively disrupt the way we do business and help enhance our quality of life.
years of supporting entrepreneurs in Australia
business leaders in the Australian EOY alumni network
Australian Winner announced in October 2025
Entrepreneurs forge new paths, ignite change, and light the way toward a better world. Their stories help all of us see the world not as it is, but for what it could be, and that is the true artistry of entrepreneurship.
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Founded in regional Queensland in 1920 – as Queensland and Northern Territory Aerial Services – Qantas has played a central role in the development of the Australian and international aviation industry. Today the Qantas Group is a diverse global aviation business, comprising Qantas Domestic, Qantas International, the Jetstar low-cost carrier group and Qantas Loyalty.
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As part of one of the world's largest financial services companies with a presence in nearly 100 countries, Citi Australia has been providing financial services to Australian corporations, institutions, and governments for nearly a century.
Recognised for our innovative range of global products and services, today we count more than one thousand local corporate and institutions as valued clients. Citi Australia provides a comprehensive range of services including banking, capital markets and advisory, markets and securities services, treasury and trade solutions, and the commercial bank.
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Startup Daily has been inspiring, educating, and reporting on the Australian and Kiwi tech and startup community since 2012. Not only have we had a front row seat to watch the development of the ANZ innovation ecosystem – we have also played a key role in helping it grow.
Startup Daily was named the leading free source of news for the Australian startup ecosystem in the recent Startup Muster Report.
We are passionate about telling the stories of Australian and New Zealand innovators, driving others to join the movement and making an impact on the future of our nation’s economy and its people.