Deadline: 3-Mar-23

Applications for EY World Entrepreneur of the Year are now open to recognize unstoppable entrepreneurial achievements among individuals and companies that demonstrate vision, leadership and success.

EY World Entrepreneur Of The YearTM celebrates the vision, insight and determination of entrepreneurs from around the globe. The winner of this ultimate global competition for entrepreneurs is chosen by a diverse panel of independent judges.

Judging Criteria

The entrepreneur must be primarily responsible for the recent performance of a business that is at least two years old and must have served in that leadership role for at least the last two years.

• Entrepreneurial spirit
  • Identifies opportunities to innovate and create a better world.
  • Takes risks to realize their vision.
  • Demonstrates courage, perseverance and resilience to overcome significant obstacles.
• Purpose
  • Commits themselves and their organization to an inspiring purpose and vision.
  • Drives strategies for a sustainable future business.
  • Creates and protects value in the longterm, across a broad group of stakeholders and ecosystems (e.g. consumers, employees, suppliers, government, communities, investors and shareholders).
• Growth
  • Increases market share and expands into new markets.
  • Drives positive financial performance.
  • Invests in attracting, developing and retaining a diverse mix of talent.
  • Builds a culture of innovation that pioneers new approaches or technologies.
• Impact
  • Positively impacts the customers they serve.
  • Integrates sustainable Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices in their strategy with robust commitments and execution plans.
  • Focuses on diversity and inclusion across multiple dimensions.

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