Deadline: 19-Aug-22
Applications are now open for the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year to celebrate the entrepreneurial ingenuity of such Unstoppables, to share their inspiring stories and recognize their achievements.
The first EOY program took place in 1986 in the US. In India, the EOY program was formally launched in 1999 in Mumbai. Over the last two decades, the EOY India program has felicitated over 220 entrepreneurs in several categories.
Why you should apply?
- The recognition, visibility and credibility that your business receives through this unique platform is truly unparalleled in its reach, growing beyond borders and standing the test of time.
- Extensive media visibility for their finalists and winners on leading media such as CNBC-TV18 and The Economic Times ensures that their exceptional entrepreneurial stories are celebrated by one and all.
- The platform allows finalists and winners to forge new relationships and reap benefits by joining the most exclusive network of the world’s finest entrepreneurs.
Eligibility Criteria
- To participate in the program, the nominee must be:
- Be an owner/manager of a private or public company.
- Be primarily responsible for the recent performance of the company or organisation and should have played an active role in its success.
- Be an active member of the top management of the company.
- Nominations can be submitted by entrepreneurs themselves, or anyone associated, including spouses, employees, bankers, attorneys or public relations managers. All financial information submitted in the nomination form will be considered confidential.
Judging Criteria
The finalists and winners will be selected from all eligible nominations by a distinguished panel of independent judges. Participants will be judged basis the following:
- 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 values in the long-term, across a broad group of stakeholders, including 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 customer they serve.
- Integrates sustainable Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) practices in their strategy, with robust commitments and execution plans.
- Focuses on diversity and inclusion across multiple dimensions
For more information, visit https://www.ey.com/en_in/entrepreneur-of-the-year