EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™

EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year convenes visionary founders, transformative CEOs and business leaders from around the world in the ultimate global competition for entrepreneurs. This annual event celebrates the accomplishments of intrepid leaders whose vision and innovation create long-term value and help shape the future with confidence. 

From 3-6 June 2025 in Monaco, the world’s leading entrepreneurs forged invaluable connections across industries, geographies and passions; attended workshops hosted by the most sought-after thought leaders; and celebrated the enduring impact of entrepreneurship. Attendees included the Class of 2025 finalists, esteemed judges, luminary speakers, our ecosystem of EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ alumni, and EY executive leadership.

​The ultimate global competition for entrepreneurs​

Class of 2025 finalists represented 43 countries and territories from EY Entrepreneur Of The Year — the only global program for entrepreneurs of its kind — and competed for the world title in Monaco. A diverse panel of independent judges assessed the achievements of these program winners against four criteria: entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth and impact. The EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 was announced and celebrated during the black-tie gala at the pinnacle of this renowned event.

An event of global significance

Entrepreneurs around the world are answering the call to support sustainability; navigate rapidly evolving technology; leverage diversity, equity and inclusion; and champion economic opportunity for all. EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year is a prestigious moment in time that recognizes, connects and engages innovators who think differently and risk boldly to create new solutions.

What makes an EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year?