Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates ambitious entrepreneurs who are shaping the future
Washington, D.C, May 7th – Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) announced the finalists for the prestigious Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Mid-Atlantic Award. An independent panel of judges selected Lonye Ford and Arelene Wube among 36 finalists for their entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth and lasting impact in building long-term value.
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. The Mid-Atlantic program celebrates entrepreneurs from Maryland, Virginia and Washington, DC.
“It’s an incredible honor to be named finalists once again—a true reflection of our continued growth and the impact we’ve made over the years. Although the recognition highlights leadership, the true heroes are our exceptional ‘A’ team. Their talent, drive, and collaboration power everything we do. Great people build great companies, and this recognition belongs to all of us.” — Arlene Wube, President.
Regional award winners will be announced on June 18 during a special celebration in Washington, DC, and will become lifetime members of an esteemed community of Entrepreneur Of The Year alumni from around the world. The winners will then be considered by the National judges for the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Awards, which will be presented in November at the annual Strategic Growth Forum®, one of the nation’s most prestigious gatherings of high-growth, market-leading companies.
Sponsors
Founded and produced by Ernst & Young LLP, the Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards include presenting sponsors PNC Bank, Cresa, LLC, Marsh USA, and SAP. In the Mid-Atlantic, sponsors also include regional Platinum sponsor ADP, regional Gold sponsors Cooley and DLA Piper, and regional Silver sponsor REQ.
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Arlo Solutions (Arlo), a woman-owned small business proudly certified under the SBA 8(a) program, is headquartered in the vibrant hub of Washington, DC. Since its inception in 2014, Arlo has consistently surpassed client expectations with its expert team of data guardians, trusted advisors, and digital trailblazers. Arlo is committed to revolutionizing government technology through our extensive suite of services including Cybersecurity, Intelligence, and Program Management solutions tailored for the U.S. Government.
Our expertise is trusted by a diverse array of federal agencies, including the Department of Defense, the US Air Force, the Intelligence Community, and the US Department of Agriculture, showcasing our commitment to empowering government operations with top-tier services. Our passionate experts stand ready to assist organization leaders in navigating the complexities of the digital age with confidence.
About Entrepreneur Of The Year
Founded in 1986, Entrepreneur Of The Year has celebrated more than 11,000 ambitious visionaries who are leading successful, dynamic businesses in the US, and it has since expanded to nearly 60 countries globally.
The US program consists of 17 regional programs whose panels of independent judges select the regional award winners every June. Those winners compete for national recognition at the Strategic Growth Forum® in November where National finalists and award winners are announced. The overall National winner represents the US at the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ competition. Visit ey.com/us/eoy.
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