I am fueled by a deep passion for entrepreneurship, by the joy of honoring businesses making a meaningful impact and by a firm commitment to guiding forward-looking entrepreneurs to great success by way of establishing relationships based on mutual trust.

Frédéric Tissot

Director, Head of EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ | EY Switzerland

Demonstrating a global mindset and a deep passion for entrepreneurship and innovation, Frédéric lends visibility to Swiss entrepreneurs and uplifts them to achieve greatness in the world of business.

Frédéric has led Switzerland’s EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ program in the role of Program Director since early 2024, prior to which he held a variety of key business development positions over the past 20+ years at EY’s Geneva, Bern, London, Zurich and Lausanne offices. The professional versatility stemming from his incredible wealth of experience has consistently sharpened his business acumen, an attribute that he has effectively utilized in guiding entrepreneurs through the various stages of their growth journeys.

Holding a Master’s degree in international relations from the Geneva Graduate Institute alongside an Executive MBA in international management from the University of Geneva, Frédéric has a profound understanding of global affairs and the opportunities and challenges faced by entrepreneurs across the world.

Within the capacity of the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year program, he advocates for these businesses and helps them to connect, grow and succeed. This role allows him to witness firsthand the incredible innovative energy and resilience of Swiss entrepreneurs, and it is his mission to ensure that they receive the recognition and support that they deserve.

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