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Cision Canada
6 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
EY Canada celebrates innovative leaders strengthening the Canadian business landscape Français
The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year ® program recognizes more than 130 finalists TORONTO, June 4, 2025 /CNW/ - Traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples – EY Canada proudly announces the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year ® 2025 regional finalists, recognizing the achievements of more than 130 entrepreneurs. These individuals not only drive innovation — they also play a crucial role in strengthening the Canadian business landscape. The finalists have been selected by an independent judging panel for their entrepreneurial spirit, leadership, community impact and purpose. "This year's finalists are not just business leaders, they are visionaries who are shaping their industries and communities," says Rachel Rodrigues, EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Canada Program Director. "From technology to hospitality, energy, real estate, health, wellness and more, these entrepreneurs are tackling challenges head on and finding innovative solutions that benefit us all." View the full list of regional finalists here: EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Pacific finalists EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Prairies finalists EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Ontario finalists EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Eastern finalists In a time when Canadian businesses face unprecedented challenges, supporting entrepreneurs is more important than ever before. The program celebrates entrepreneurs who play a vital role in fostering local innovation and job creation, and drive economic growth. "Entrepreneurs have shown that with determination and agility, it's possible to thrive even in tough times," says Rodrigues. "We're proud to champion business leaders who drive our country forward." The program is an integral part of EY's broader mission to support entrepreneurship in Canada. It works in tandem with the EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women™ and Entrepreneurs Access Network programs in empowering the next generation of business leaders while fostering an inclusive and equitable entrepreneurial ecosystem. What's next? The independent panel of judges will select regional award winners and an overall winner from each region, who will be announced in October. Overall regional winners will then compete at the national level in November for the title of Canada's EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025. The overall Canadian winner will go on to compete in Monaco for the title of EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ in 2026. Last year's winner, Ken Harris of Plusgrade — developers of leading ancillary revenue solutions for the travel industry — is in Monaco this week to represent Canada on the world stage for EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2025. More information Visit for more program details and follow #EOYCanada on social media for the latest program updates. About EY Entrepreneur Of The Year ® The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year program shines a spotlight on entrepreneurs across Canada who master the artful balance of passion, determination, character and skill to create businesses that address the most complex challenges and build a better working world. By joining the program, you'll have the opportunity to celebrate success with your team, inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs and gain access to an exclusive global network of program participants to help you build connections, fuel success and navigate long-term growth. The 2025 Pacific independent judging panel comprises Ryan Barrington-Foote, President, Jim Pattison Group; Curtis Braber, CEO, BE Power Equipment; Abi Coman-Walker, COO, Acuitas Therapeutics; Peter Cowan, CEO, Innovate BC; Stephen Lee, CEO, Musqueam Capital Corp.; Aisha Yang, Co-Founder and CEO, Herbaland Naturals Inc. The 2025 Prairies independent judging panel comprises Kai Fahrion, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Zeno Renewables; Debbie Gust, President, WOW! Factor Desserts Ltd.; Denis Jones, President, CEO and Chairperson, Deveraux Group of Companies; Jennifer Massig, CEO, MAGNA Engineering; Aleem Virani, CEO, KV Capital. The 2025 Ontario independent judging panel comprises Len Anderson, CEO, Renaissance Repair and Supply; Gavin Armstrong, Founder and CEO, Lucky Iron Life; Sandra Bosela, Co-Head Private Markets Group, Senior Managing Director and Global Head of Private Equity, OPTrust; Kathy Cheng, President, Redwood Classics Apparel; Nicolas Mulroney, Co-Founder, Chairman, CEO and President, Bond Bakery Brands Limited. The 2025 Eastern independent judging panel comprises Pelra Azondekon, Managing Director, asterX | Québecor; Isabelle Côté, CEO, Coffrages Synergy Formwork; Jean-François Côté, former President and CEO, Sharethrough; Christian Fabi, Partner, Novacap; Serge Harnois, CEO, Harnois Énergies; Orlane Panet, Co-Founder and CEO, MicroHabitat Urban Farming. This year's regional program sponsors are BC Business, Cozen O'Connor, OG100, Vaco and national sponsors are Air Canada, TSX Inc., The Globe and Mail and The Printing House. About EY EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. All in to shape the future with confidence. EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available via EY member firms do not practice law where prohibited by local laws. For more information about our organization, please visit This news release has been issued by Ernst & Young LLP. SOURCE EY (Ernst & Young)
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
EY US unveils Ray Waddell of CEC Facilities Group as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Southwest Award finalist
Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates ambitious entrepreneurs who are shaping the future DALLAS, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) announced the finalists for the prestigious Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Southwest Award. Now in its 40th year, the Entrepreneur Of The Year program celebrates the bold leaders who disrupt markets through the world's most ground-breaking companies, revolutionizing industries and making a profound impact on communities. The program honors bold entrepreneurs whose innovations shape the future and pave the way for a thriving economy and a hopeful tomorrow. EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Finalist An independent panel of judges selected Ray Waddell among the CEOs and founders representing 42 companies for their entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth and lasting impact in building long-term value. "CEC was born from a desire to build something bigger than myself, a 100-year company that would continue to serve others long after I'm gone. Leadership has always been part of who I am, first on the court as a point guard, then in business," said Waddell. "Being named a finalist is a tremendous honor. We've created a company grounded in integrity and I hope CEC continues building a legacy that supports families, develops leaders, and endures for generations to come." CEC Facilities Group is one of the fastest-growing industrial services companies in the region, built on grit, innovation, and a drive to do things differently. From powering mission critical data centers to shaping the future of healthcare and commercial infrastructure, CEC tackles complex work across electrical, mechanical, prefabrication, and design-build services with quality and scale that speak for themselves. In response to the growing skilled labor shortage across the trades, CEC launched CEC University—a hands-on training and development program designed to grow talent from within. It's more than workforce development, it's a long-term investment in people, careers, and the future of the industry. By building its own talent pipeline, CEC is taking control of its growth trajectory while creating opportunity for the next generation of skilled professionals. Entrepreneur Of The Year honors business leaders for their ingenuity, courage and entrepreneurial spirit. The program celebrates original founders who bootstrapped their business from inception or who raised outside capital to grow their company; transformational CEOs who infused innovation into an existing organization to catapult its trajectory; and multigenerational family business leaders who reimagined a legacy business model to strengthen it for the future.
