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.
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