The entrepreneur has always been a subject of fascination, and the success of TV shows such as Dragon's Den and The Apprentice has only further cemented the appeal of self-made business people.

Entrepreneurship has never been sexier. But while sparring with potential investors or grovelling before a pouty man with a comb-over may make for good television, the reality is that succeeding in the cutthroat world of business takes more smarts, passion and fearlessness than could ever be captured by a few strategically placed cameras.

The winners and finalists of Ernst & Young's Entrepreneur of the Year Pacific Region program, selected through a rigorous process involving a top accounting firm and a tough panel of business veterans, have risen to the top of their respective fields by navigating a fine balance of level-headedness, intuition and audacity.

Yes, it makes for a good story. But even more importantly, it makes for a strong and vibrant economy. Meet the people who make it happen in this exclusive series of slideshows.

Go to: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3

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Entrepreneur of the Year 2007 Introduction
Winners:

• Entrepreneur of the Year Winner for 2007
• Technology & Media Winner 2007
• B2B Products & Services Winner 2007
• B2C Products & Services Winner 2007
• Health Sciences Winner 2007
• Emerging Entrepreneurs Winner 2007
• Manufacturing Winner 2007
• Hospitality, Tourism & Entertainment Winner 2007

Entrepreneur of the Year Judges' Criteria

Gala Event Slideshow: EOY 2007 Winner | Category Winners

Gala Event: Winner's Acceptance Speech

Photos by Dina Goldstein.