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EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ celebrates the transformative impact of business leaders who embrace the entrepreneurial mindset to tackle complex global issues with confidence. Today’s visionary founders and CEOs are leveraging their agility, creativity and innovation to navigate an uncertain landscape and shape what’s next.
From 26-29 May 2026 in Monaco, the world’s leading entrepreneurs behind high-growth, high-impact businesses will convene to forge invaluable connections across industries, geographies and passions. Hear from some of the most sought-after thought leaders and celebrate the enduring impact of entrepreneurship. These attendees will include EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Class of 2026 finalists, esteemed judges, luminary speakers, our ecosystem of entrepreneurship program alumni, and EY executive leadership.
The ultimate global competition for entrepreneurs
Class of 2024 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 2024 was announced and celebrated during the black-tie gala at the pinnacle of this renowned event.
Celebrating entrepreneurs for more than 25 years
Explore the milestones that have made EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year into a global powerhouse of innovation and opportunity.
Class of 2026 finalists
How are entrepreneurs shaping a better future for us all? Meet the finalists who are competing for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year title in Monaco.
Meet the judges
A diverse panel of independent judges assessed the achievements of each entrepreneur against four criteria of long-term value.
Meet the 2024 finalists and learn more about how they are prompting global change. Learn more.
What makes an EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year?
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Stina Ehrensvärd from Sweden named EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2025
MONACO, 6 June 2025 – Stina Ehrensvärd, co-founder of Yubico, was named the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 at an award ceremony held in Monaco’s Salle des Etoiles.
Vellayan Subbiah from India named EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2024
MONACO, 7 June 2024 – Vellayan Subbiah, Executive Vice-Chairman of Tube Investments of India (TII) and Chairman of Cholamandalam (Chola) Investment and Finance Co. Ltd., was named the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2024 at an award ceremony held in Monaco's Salle des Etoiles.
The Unstoppables: Success stories of the world’s most inspiring entrepreneurs
The latest EY entrepreneurship documentary, “The Unstoppables 3,” features inspiring professional and personal entrepreneur success stories. Read more.
