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“EY’s Entrepreneur Of The Year

programme is not only a celebration

of entrepreneurship, but also builds

networks which span the world.

It’s not only about winning an

award; it’s about growing networks,

making contacts and leveraging

knowledge. I look forward every year

to playing my part in this fantastic

EY programme”

Steve Varley EY Chairman and Managing Partner UK&I

1Entrepreneur Of The Year 2015 | Entry Pack

EY is delighted to launch the Entrepreneur Of The Year programme for 2015 and is calling all exceptional leaders.

Entrepreneurs change the world. From all walks of life and in all shapes and sizes; from a range of sectors, funding backgrounds and growth stages. They are not only very accomplished business leaders, but also demonstrate an exceptional spirit and drive which propels them ahead of their peers.

We need entrepreneurs now more than ever. They often thrive in times of change and upheaval, recognising opportunities to act quickly and decisively to gain market share and traction for their ideas and innovation. Entrepreneurs are creating growth and confidence at pace and generating positive impact in their markets at home and abroad.

The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year award celebrates their achievements. It recognises the exceptional – that’s why it’s the world’s most prestigious business award.

Now in its 29th year globally and 17th year in the UK, the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year award is present in more than 145 cities in over 60 countries and across the world in any one year there are in the region of 5,000 nominations and more than 500 awards, celebrating entrepreneurship in all its forms.

By entering the UK programme it will provide an opportunity for you, our country’s leading entrepreneurs, to showcase your talents.

To enter the awards or for further information, visit eoy.co.uk

Entrepreneurs come from all walks of life


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About EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™

EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ is the world’s most prestigious business award for entrepreneurs. The unique award makes a difference through the way it encourages entrepreneurial activity among those with potential, and recognizes the contribution of people who inspire others with their vision, leadership and achievement. As the first and only truly global award of its kind, Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates those who are building and leading successful, growing and dynamic businesses, recognizing them through regional, national and global awards programs in more than 145 cities in more than 60 countries.

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We have been working closely with entrepreneurs for more than 150 years to help them realise their ambitions. Our Relationship Managers are equipped to create a customised wealth plan for you, reflecting your personal values and family goals.

Credit Suisse are committed to providing you with innovative solutions, exceptional customer service and a strong focus on meeting your needs. We would be delighted to be your partner for the long-term, helping to shape your next chapter.

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for the future, taking into account your tax planning, succession plans, complex family dynamics and any wider objectives you may have, such as philanthropy and relocation.

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► Access to our investment bank where appropriate for corporate financing options.

I wish you good luck.

Credit Suisse is delighted to support the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year awards and celebrate outstanding entrepreneurs in the UK.

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UK's brightest and best entrepreneurs

108 finalists attended 236 interviews

with our 33 judges

1 year

of searching for the...

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Allregional finalists

competedat ...

36chosen asUK finalistswhosebusinesses

5000employ

with collectiverevenues of

£5bn

Founded in 1992, ATG has become an internationally recognised award-winning theatre producer with co-productions in New York, across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.

The world’s biggest theatregroup with a portfolio of ...

and the largest theatre on Broadway

40 theatresincluding 12 London

West EndTheatres

26 in keyUK cities

Rosemary nowgoes on tocompete with50 other countrywinners atWorld EOY in Monte Carloin 2015

"Rosemary’s is a truly inspirational story. Having started professional life working in the box office, she is now

the most powerful womanin British theatre.A great advocate of the benefits of theatre to communities, Rosemary has created a global leader in live theatre entertainment - three times the size of the next contender in the market."Stuart Watson, EY’s Entrepreneur Of The Year UK Leader


Winner

Dr Deborah O'Neil, NovaBiotics

Robin MacGeachy,Peak Scientific Holdings

Hamid Guedroudj,Petroleum Experts

Steven Gray,ROVOP

Nitin Passi,Missguided

Bill Holmes,Radius Payment Solutions

Holly Tucker MBE,notonthehighstreet.com

John Niland,Provide CIC

Rosemary Squire OBE,Ambassador Theatre Group

Sir Michael Bibby Bt.,Bibby Line Group

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CategoryHealth Products& Services

Manufacturing

Technology

International

Emerging

Business Products& Services

Consumer Products& Services

SocialEnterprise

PE-backed

Family BusinessAward of Excellence

Our 10 category winners:

Rosemary SquireOBE

1 Overall UK winner:

co-CEO and Founder,Ambassador Theatre Group

(ATG)

2014


UK's brightest and best entrepreneurs

108 finalists attended 236 interviews

with our 33 judges

1 year

of searching for the...

regionalawardsdinners4

Allregional finalists

competedat ...

36chosen asUK finalistswhosebusinesses

5000employ

with collectiverevenues of

£5bn

Founded in 1992, ATG has become an internationally recognised award-winning theatre producer with co-productions in New York, across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.

The world’s biggest theatregroup with a portfolio of ...

and the largest theatre on Broadway

40 theatresincluding 12 London

West EndTheatres

26 in keyUK cities

Rosemary nowgoes on tocompete with50 other countrywinners atWorld EOY in Monte Carloin 2015

"Rosemary’s is a truly inspirational story. Having started professional life working in the box office, she is now

the most powerful womanin British theatre.A great advocate of the benefits of theatre to communities, Rosemary has created a global leader in live theatre entertainment - three times the size of the next contender in the market."Stuart Watson, EY’s Entrepreneur Of The Year UK Leader


Winner

Dr Deborah O'Neil, NovaBiotics

Robin MacGeachy,Peak Scientific Holdings

Hamid Guedroudj,Petroleum Experts

Steven Gray,ROVOP

Nitin Passi,Missguided

Bill Holmes,Radius Payment Solutions

Holly Tucker MBE,notonthehighstreet.com

John Niland,Provide CIC

Rosemary Squire OBE,Ambassador Theatre Group

Sir Michael Bibby Bt.,Bibby Line Group

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CategoryHealth Products& Services

Manufacturing

Technology

International

Emerging

Business Products& Services

Consumer Products& Services

SocialEnterprise

PE-backed

Family BusinessAward of Excellence

Our 10 category winners:

Rosemary SquireOBE

1 Overall UK winner:

co-CEO and Founder,Ambassador Theatre Group

(ATG)

Entrepreneur Of The Year 2014 highlights


The Entrepreneur Of The Year awards are more than just a celebration of your achievements. By entering you will:

► Reflect on your current strategy and set your vision for future growth.

► Enhance your personal and business profile through increased PR coverage.

► Connect with other entrants, judges and other influential people.

► Network with an influential community of business leaders across a range of sectors and geographies – through our exclusive alumni club.

► Gain access to key insights, thought leadership and leading events for entrepreneurs.

► If successful, you also get the opportunity to enhance your credentials through the use of our Entrepreneur Of The Year logo.

► Join our alumni club.

One step ahead of other business awards

Lance Uggla | Markit EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2012

UK overall winner and 2014 UK Judge

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Why enter? You don’t need us to tell you – we’ll let others do that ...

“The main benefits of being in EY’s Entrepreneur Of

The Year programme were definitely the networking, and meeting so many other clever

and bright people with similar ambitions.”

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“The programme has been fantastic, an amazing journey, just a great experience all round. I learned a lot and met a new group of people. It’s been a fantastic experience and I would really, really recommend it.”

Dr Deborah O’Neil | NovaBiotics

EY Entrepreneur Of the Year 2014 Scotland & UK winner


Regional Masterclass and Judges’ Receptions These events take place in May in each of EY’s four regions. Finalists across the country will meet an independent judging panel in their region. As a finalist this is your opportunity to tell the judges what is special about you and your business and essentially why you believe that you should be crowned a winner in your region. The event format varies from region to region, all offering ample time to network with the other 2015 finalists in your region and with the judging panel.

All of our regional winners will be invited to the UK Masterclass and Judges’ Reception which will take place in London on 10 September 2015.

Award DinnersAn exclusive networking event held regionally in June and nationally in October, giving you the opportunity to celebrate with fellow finalists, key business influencers and the Entrepreneur Of The Year alumni community.

To find out more information, visit eoy.co.uk

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Strategic Growth Forums Our Strategic Growth Forums, held around the world, provide leading entrepreneurs, investors and top executives with the opportunity to share their innovative experiences and discuss the challenges for high-growth businesses. These forums are packed with dynamic speakers, topical debates and panel discussions. They provide a forum for you to network with inspirational entrepreneurs. Each event offers you the opportunity to understand and exploit business opportunities in the region.

To find out more information, visit ey.com/sgfevents

Israel

Mexico

Shanghai

Where will your growth journey take you next?

Brazil

United States

Africa

Russia

Turkey

China

Around the world


Will your path lead you to being our next Entrepreneur Of The Year?

EY Entrepreneur Of The Year recognises the accomplishments of business leaders behind entrepreneurial businesses of all shapes and sizes – private or listed, family owned or private equity backed, corporate or social enterprise.

The award celebrates talent at any stage of a business’s development. Take time to pause and think about all that you have achieved on your path to success, the impact that you and your team have had and are having, and the inspiration that entrepreneurial thinkers like you are having on those who will follow in your footsteps.

Steps to success

1 Complete an entry form: eoy.co.uk by 6 March 2015

2 Submit copies of your two most recent sets of audited accounts

3 Good luck!

Businesses

► The business leader should have the passion, vision and the drive to succeed. They should be a compelling leader who embodies entrepreneurial spirit and who isn’t afraid to take risks to drive their business forward.

► The business leader risks a significant personal financial stake in the business, either directly or via share options.

► The business leader needs to be responsible for their company’s success and will have been in post a minimum of two years as of 1 January 2015.

► The business must be based or have their chief operations in the UK and be incorporated for two years as of 1 January 2015.

Social Enterprise

► The business leader will run a social enterprise that trades for social and/or environmental purposes.

► As with all businesses, the social enterprise competes to deliver goods and services but is distinctive because its social and/or environmental purpose is absolutely central to what it does.

► The social enterprise is a viable trading organisation and needs to make a profit to be sustainable. It is not driven by the need to maximise profit for shareholders and owners. Its profits are reinvested in the business or are invested in the community to sustain and further their mission for positive change.

► Importantly, it does not solely rely on income from grants, donations or other charitable sources.


Categories

The Entrepreneur Of The Year award categories are dependent on the entries received, though some of the more usual categories are listed below:

Master entrepreneur – an entrepreneur who has been the lead director of one or more businesses for a period exceeding 10 years and has, therefore, led a long, distinguished and successful entrepreneurial career.

Social enterprise – an entrepreneur who trades for social and/or environmental purposes. As with all businesses, their social enterprise competes to deliver goods and services but they are distinctive because their social and/or environmental purpose is absolutely central to what they do. They are not driven by the need to maximise profit for shareholders and owners. Their profits are reinvested in the business or are invested in the community to sustain and further their mission for positive change. Importantly, they do not solely rely on income from grants, donations or other charitable sources.

Emerging – an entrepreneur who is leading a business which has been running between two and seven years with a sustainable business model and the potential to scale or grow their business.

International – an entrepreneur who has developed business in international locations either by exporting or by establishing operations in multiple countries.

Private Equity backed – an entrepreneur who is leveraging private equity support to achieve their long-term vision and maximise the growth of their business.

*The judges reserve the right to determine which categories finalists are included in.


How you’ll be judged

Last year our judging panel included ...

“I would like to congratulate EY for establishing this prestigious awards programme. Not only is it a vast celebration of entrepreneurship, but also a networking and idea-building framework which spans the continents of the world.

I was delighted to be asked to chair the UK awards this year, and as a former World Entrepreneur Of The Year judge, I’m looking forward to being in Monte Carlo next June to see how this year’s overall UK winner fares on the global stage.”

John Spence Chairman and Chief Executive Officer | Karma Royal Group

Jacqueline de RojasArea Vice President and General Manager (Northern Europe) | Citrix Systems

Penny Hughes CBE

Non-Executive Director | The Royal Bank of Scotland Group

Salim NathooPartner | Apax Partners

Claire Dove OBE, DL

Chief Executive | Blackburne House Group

Lawrence Jones Chief Executive Officer and Founder | UKFast

Keith Neilson

Chief Executive Officer | Craneware plc

Warren East CBE

James Lambert OBE

Lance UgglaFounder and Chief Executive Officer | Markit


A breadth of experience

Judges at both regional and UK level include former winners, national and global business leaders, business investors and the leaders of social enterprises. The judges play an active role in the programme, offering advice and mentoring as well as judgement.

A time to reflect

The Judges’ Receptions are an occasion where you can talk openly about your business, discuss your business model, challenge your decisions, focus on your business objectives and think about the possibilities for the future. The judging process provides a rare opportunity to sit back and reflect on your personal and business achievements.

The judges make their decisions based on criteria that include:

Entrepreneurial spirit ► ►Setting high standards and demonstrating

a desire to be successful

► ►Taking risks and overcoming significant obstacles

► Demonstrating perseverance and learning from experience

Innovation ► Pioneering new approaches

or technologies

► Ability to adapt and develop products/services ahead of the market

► Building a culture of innovation and investing in research and development

Personal integrity/influence ► ►Personal values and approach to

relationships with staff, clients, suppliers and colleagues

► Experience as a role model, mentor and/or advisor to others

► Personal involvement in the wider community

Financial performance

► ►Strength of financial performance

► Strategies for managing cash flow

► Strategies for ensuring long-term sustainability

► ►Reinvestment of profit

Strategic direction ► ►Developing a vision and setting goals

for future growth and expansion

► Building an effective team and strategic alliances

► Measuring and benchmarking progress against goals

National/global impact ► Achieving market share

► Extent of expansion into national and/or international markets

► Plans to enable international growth and reach

Judged by your contemporaries

Entrepreneur Of The Year is judged by your business peers, who understand the challenges you face because they have faced them too.


Your programme journey begins here this is how it works ...

January–March 2015 April 2015 May 2015 June 2015 September 2015 October 2015 June 2016

Programme open for entriesDo you have what it takes to become the next Entrepreneur Of The Year?

Your chance to submit a winning entry form

Regional finalists announcedYou have made it through to the

next stage – now you need to start preparing for your interviews with

our independent judging panel

Semi-finalist interviewsAn opportunity to discuss your business and your successes

with EY advisors

Regional Masterclasses and Judges’ Reception

Your chance to shine in front of the judges and hear other entrepreneurs

tell their stories


January–March 2015 April 2015 May 2015 June 2015 September 2015 October 2015 June 2016

Regional Awards Dinner Find out if you are one of the

region’s outstanding entrepreneurs and celebrate during an exclusive

networking awards dinner

UK Awards CeremonyAre you one of the UK winners?

Network with over 500 of the country’s top business leaders at a prestigious

awards ceremony

UK Masterclass and Judges’ Reception

Your opportunity to show the judges that you have what it takes to be the next

UK Entrepreneur Of The Year

World Entrepreneur Of The YearThe UK overall winner will have the

opportunity to go on to Monte Carlo to vie for the ultimate accolade of World

Entrepreneur Of The Year

Regional to UK to World success

Rosemary Squire OBE | Ambassador Theatre Group EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2014 UK overall winner

Rosemary Squire OBE Overall winner 2014

“For our company and my contribution to be recognised by the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year awards is an enormous honour. For my and Howard ’s hard work turning the Ambassador Theatre Group into a world leader in our sector to be acknowledged is enormously pleasing.

I have the support of a fantastic team at ATG who share our vision and desire to make our company the best, across not just the UK but the rest of the world too. The arts - and particularly theatre - are too often overlooked as not making a significant contribution to the wider economy. These awards, and ATG’s fantastic British success story, prove this is not the case.”



Regional winners of 2014

London & Southaward winners

Midlands award winners

Joe Hemani | Westcoast

Wayne Martin | GCI

Entrepreneur CompanyTom Burnet accesso

Rosemary Squire, OBE Ambassador Theatre Group

Colin Batt, Dave Floyd, Richard Wharton Bullitt Group

Patrick Gallagher CitySprint

Grenville Turner Countrywide

Alan Aubrey, Dr Alison Fielding IP Group

Rowan Gormley Naked Wines

Holly Tucker, MBE notonthehighstreet.com

John Niland Provide

Abi Wright Spabreaks.com

Tim Oliver The Parabis Group

Entrepreneur CompanyMark Kerridge Benson Box

Karl Hick Larkfleet Group

Alan Barratt, Juliet Barratt Grenade

Guy Mucklow, Jamie Turner Postcode Anywhere

Willie Paterson Asset Alliance

Stuart Bell Right Track Social Enterprise

Nigel Curry Rhead Group

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Northaward winners

Scotland award winners

Bill Holmes | Radius Payment Solutions

Hamid Guedroudj | Petroleum Experts

Entrepreneur CompanyMottie Kessler 2M Holdings

Mark Austin, Paul Kenyon Avecto

Stephen Thorpe CME Medical UK

David Judge Cormar Carpets

Tracy Mort, MBE Grace Cole

Nitin Passi Missguided

Paul McEldon North East Business and Innovation Centre

Jon Wright Xercise4Less

Entrepreneur CompanyBill Drummond Brodies

Alastair Wylie CCG (Scotland)

Andy Bird Inoapps

Dr Deborah O’Neil NovaBiotics

Robin MacGeachy Peak Scientific Holdings

Steven Gray ROVOP

David Cook Wasps Studios

Martin Armstrong Wheatley Housing Group

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Step forwardReflect upon the achievements of you and your team, enter Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2015

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EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2013 UK overall winner and 2014 UK Judge

James Lambert, OBE

“Entering competitions only has one purpose and that is to win. I’ve learnt a lot by entering this competition; most of which is about the other successful people who entered and what great businesses they have.”

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About EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ is the world’s most prestigious business award for entrepreneurs. The unique award makes a difference through the way it encourages entrepreneurial activity among those with potential, and recognizes the contribution of people who inspire others with their vision, leadership and achievement. As the first and only truly global award of its kind, Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates those who are building and leading successful, growing and dynamic businesses, recognizing them through regional, national and global awards programs in more than 145 cities in more than 60 countries

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