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Associated Press
01-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
EY US announces Dani Austin and Jordan Ramirez of Divi Official, Inc. as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Southwest Award winner
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 1, 2025-- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Divi Official, Inc. founders Dani Austin and Jordan Ramirez have been named Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Southwest Award winners. Now in its 40th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is the premier competitive awards program honoring entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. The program celebrates visionary founders who are transforming industries, shaping communities, and creating lasting value. Dani and Jordan were chosen by an independent panel of top CEOs and business leaders, along with past winners; assessing candidates on long-term value creation, entrepreneurial spirit, purpose-driven commitment and measuring the significant growth and impact each candidate has made since inception. 'When I graduated college, I prayed that whatever I built would be something that allowed me to love and serve others,' said Dani Austin, co-founder of Divi. 'I never imagined that would come through a hair loss journey—but Divi has become so much more than a brand. It's a mission rooted in community, and getting to build it alongside my husband and a team we deeply believe in has been the greatest gift.' 'We launched Divi in our unborn son's nursery, so to be recognized by EY is surreal,' added Jordan Ramirez, co-founder of Divi. 'This honor is really about our team. We've always hired people smarter than us, and it shows in everything we've been able to create together. None of this would exist without them.' As a Southwest award winner, Dani and Jordan are now eligible for consideration for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 National Awards. The National Award winners, including the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner, will be announced in November at the Strategic Growth Forum ® , one of the nation's most prestigious gatherings of high-growth, market-leading companies. The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Award in June 2026. Entrepreneur Of The Year honors a diverse range of business leaders, from original founders who bootstrapped their companies or raised outside capital to fuel growth, to transformational CEOs who injected innovation into established organizations, accelerating their success. The program also celebrates multigenerational family business leaders who have reimagined legacy models to ensure long-term relevance and resilience. 'This award is a testament to the amazing team behind Divi and the community that has supported us from day one,' said Dani Austin. 'We're excited to keep pushing boundaries in the scalp and hair health space and building something that creates real impact.' 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 Southwest, sponsors also include Platinum sponsors BGSF and Haynes and Boone and Silver sponsors Big Picture, Pierpont Communications, Shane Spillers: Certified EOS Implementer and The Slate. 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 . 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 . About Divi Founded in 2021 by creator and entrepreneur Dani Austin and her husband Jordan Ramirez, Divi is a scalp and hair health brand that champions a holistic approach to hair wellness. Inspired by Dani's personal hair loss journey, the duo set out to create a brand rooted in transparency, community, and results. Divi is driven by its mission to develop innovative and clean products that support hair wellness using ingredients that are effective and backed by science. Its clean lineup includes the flagship Scalp Serum, Dry Shampoo, and two lines of Shampoo and Conditioner. Beyond hair care, Divi fosters a welcoming community for individuals experiencing hair loss or thinning or simply seeking to build a healthy scalp and hair care routine. For more information about Divi and its clean hair care solutions, please visit or follow Divi on Instagram @diviofficial or TikTok @ View source version on CONTACT: PR Contact Madeleine Worrall Paul Street [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA TEXAS INDUSTRY KEYWORD: WOMEN PUBLIC RELATIONS/INVESTOR RELATIONS MARKETING ADVERTISING COMMUNICATIONS CONSUMER COSMETICS RETAIL SOURCE: Divi Official, Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 07/01/2025 08:05 AM/DISC: 07/01/2025 08:05 AM
Business Wire
01-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
EY US announces Dani Austin and Jordan Ramirez of Divi Official, Inc. as an Entrepreneur Of The Year ® 2025 Southwest Award winner
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Divi Official, Inc. founders Dani Austin and Jordan Ramirez have been named Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Southwest Award winners. Now in its 40th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is the premier competitive awards program honoring entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. The program celebrates visionary founders who are transforming industries, shaping communities, and creating lasting value. Dani and Jordan were chosen by an independent panel of top CEOs and business leaders, along with past winners; assessing candidates on long-term value creation, entrepreneurial spirit, purpose-driven commitment and measuring the significant growth and impact each candidate has made since inception. 'When I graduated college, I prayed that whatever I built would be something that allowed me to love and serve others,' said Dani Austin, co-founder of Divi. 'I never imagined that would come through a hair loss journey—but Divi has become so much more than a brand. It's a mission rooted in community, and getting to build it alongside my husband and a team we deeply believe in has been the greatest gift.' 'We launched Divi in our unborn son's nursery, so to be recognized by EY is surreal,' added Jordan Ramirez, co-founder of Divi. 'This honor is really about our team. We've always hired people smarter than us, and it shows in everything we've been able to create together. None of this would exist without them.' As a Southwest award winner, Dani and Jordan are now eligible for consideration for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 National Awards. The National Award winners, including the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner, will be announced in November at the Strategic Growth Forum ®, one of the nation's most prestigious gatherings of high-growth, market-leading companies. The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Award in June 2026. Entrepreneur Of The Year honors a diverse range of business leaders, from original founders who bootstrapped their companies or raised outside capital to fuel growth, to transformational CEOs who injected innovation into established organizations, accelerating their success. The program also celebrates multigenerational family business leaders who have reimagined legacy models to ensure long-term relevance and resilience. 'This award is a testament to the amazing team behind Divi and the community that has supported us from day one,' said Dani Austin. 'We're excited to keep pushing boundaries in the scalp and hair health space and building something that creates real impact.' 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 Southwest, sponsors also include Platinum sponsors BGSF and Haynes and Boone and Silver sponsors Big Picture, Pierpont Communications, Shane Spillers: Certified EOS Implementer and The Slate. 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 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 About Divi Founded in 2021 by creator and entrepreneur Dani Austin and her husband Jordan Ramirez, Divi is a scalp and hair health brand that champions a holistic approach to hair wellness. Inspired by Dani's personal hair loss journey, the duo set out to create a brand rooted in transparency, community, and results. Divi is driven by its mission to develop innovative and clean products that support hair wellness using ingredients that are effective and backed by science. Its clean lineup includes the flagship Scalp Serum, Dry Shampoo, and two lines of Shampoo and Conditioner. Beyond hair care, Divi fosters a welcoming community for individuals experiencing hair loss or thinning or simply seeking to build a healthy scalp and hair care routine. For more information about Divi and its clean hair care solutions, please visit or follow Divi on Instagram @diviofficial or TikTok @
Business Upturn
19-06-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
EY US Announces Brenda Chamulak, CEO of TekniPlex, As an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Greater Philadelphia Award Winner
Wayne, PA, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TekniPlex, a global leader of innovative solutions through materials science expertise, is proud to announce that Brenda Chamulak, President and CEO, has been named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Greater Philadelphia Award winner by Ernst & Young LLP (EY US). Entrepreneur Of The Year is the preeminent competitive awards program for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. 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. This prestigious award recognizes unstoppable leaders who demonstrate exceptional vision, innovation, and purpose—transforming industries and creating long-term value through bold leadership. Chamulak was chosen by an independent panel of past winners, top CEOs and business leaders. Judges assessed candidates on long-term value creation, entrepreneurial spirit, purpose-driven commitment, and significant growth and impact. 'It's an honor to receive this recognition from EY,' said Chamulak. 'This award is a reflection of the incredible work our teams are doing around the world—collaborating, innovating, and pushing boundaries to serve our customers and communities. I'm proud to share this recognition with the entire TekniPlex team.' Under Brenda's leadership, TekniPlex has accelerated its transformation into a global materials science leader, expanding its healthcare and consumer products solutions to serve critical markets and improve everyday life. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence, Brenda has helped guide the company through significant growth and investment in advanced manufacturing across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. As a Greater Philadelphia winner, Brenda joins a global network of leading entrepreneurs and will advance to the national Entrepreneur Of The Year® competition. National finalists and winners will be recognized at the Strategic Growth Forum®, taking place November 12–15, 2025, in Palm Springs, CA. The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Award in June 2026. Entrepreneur Of the Year recognizes many different types of business leaders for their ingenuity, courage and entrepreneurial spirit. The program has recognized leadership of entrepreneurs such as: Howard Shultz of Starbucks Company Reed Hoffman and Jeff Weiner of LinkedIn Arthur Blank of The Home Depot 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 Greater Philadelphia, sponsors also include Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN), ADP, SolomonEdwards Group, and DLA Piper. # # # About TekniPlex TekniPlex is a globally integrated company that provides innovative solutions through materials science and manufacturing technologies. A global leader in the healthcare and consumer products markets, TekniPlex provides medical device components and a multitude of materials science solutions that lead to a healthier and more sustainable world. Its solutions are found in some of the most well-known names in the healthcare, pharmaceutical, personal care, household, and food & beverage markets. Headquartered in Wayne, PA, TekniPlex employs 9,000 team members throughout its operations in Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, Northern Ireland, Slovakia and the United States. For more information visit About EY EY is building a better working world by creating long-term value for clients, people, and the planet while helping build trust in capital markets. By leveraging data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technologies, EY teams help organizations confidently navigate today's challenges and prepare for the future. Across more than 150 countries, EY delivers a wide range of services such as assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, and transactions. While being globally connected, multi-disciplinary teams, combined with deep sector knowledge and an extensive group of partners, EY is able to provide impactful solutions. 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. For more information, visit Contact Info Natalia Rivera [email protected] +1 480-395-3130 Attachments Brenda Chamulak, President and CEO of TekniPlex EOY25 Winner Logo Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Tive CEO Krenar Komoni Named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 New England Award Winner
Celebrating the bold leaders shaping the future through the world's most ground-breaking companies EY U.S. announces that Krenar Komoni, CEO and Founder of Tive, was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 New England Award winner. BOSTON, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY U.S.) announced that Krenar Komoni, CEO and Founder of Tive, was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 New England Award winner. Entrepreneur Of The Year is the preeminent competitive awards program for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. For 40 years, EY U.S. has celebrated ambitious entrepreneurs who are transforming industries, impacting communities, and creating long-term value. Krenar Komoni was chosen by an independent panel of past winners, top CEOs, and business leaders. Judges assessed candidates on long-term value creation, entrepreneurial spirit, purpose-driven commitment, and significant growth and impact. What began as a personal effort to help his father-in-law track his own fleet of trucks has grown into a global technology company reshaping how goods move around the world. Since founding Tive in 2015, Komoni has turned a simple idea into an essential platform used by over 1,000 companies to monitor their shipments in real time, operate their supply chains efficiently, and prevent damage and loss. Under his leadership, Tive has deployed more than 2.5 million trackers, logged over 8 billion miles, and built a team of 250 people across 17 countries—all united by a deep commitment to helping customers run best in class supply chains. "I am humbled by EY's recognition—it's a true reflection of the hard work and dedication of the entire Tive team." said Krenar Komoni, CEO and Founder of Tive. "Tive just celebrated its 10 year anniversary last week, and what makes me most proud is that even with 250 employees in 17 countries and with more than 1,000 customers, our culture still feels like it did when were just eight of us: collaborative, committed to our customers, hard working, and having each other's backs." The Entrepreneur Of The Year program has recognized the leadership of entrepreneurs such as: Sheila Mikhail of AskBio Caryn Seidman Becker and Ken Cornick of CLEAR James Park of Fitbit Arthur Blank of The Home Depot Reed Hoffman and Jeff Weiner of LinkedIn Saiju Jeong of Noom Howard Schultz of Starbucks Coffee Company Eric Yuan of Zoom Entrepreneur Of The Year recognizes many different types of 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. To learn more about Krenar Komoni and Tive's work transforming global supply chains, visit About TiveFounded in 2015, Tive is the global leader in supply chain and logistics visibility technology. More than 1,000 global shippers, logistics service providers, and retailers use Tive to monitor shipment location and condition in real time, gain actionable insights, and ensure end-customer satisfaction. Tive's cloud platform, patented sensor technology, and 24/7 Live Monitoring services reduce excursions and delays, minimize rejected loads, and decrease theft, damage, and spoilage. Customers count on Tive to ensure that shipments are delivered on time and in full—because every shipment matters. For more information, visit 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 SponsorsFounded and produced by Ernst & Young LLP, the Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards include presenting sponsors PNC Bank, Cresa, LLC, Marsh USA, and SAP. In New England, sponsors also include regional Platinum sponsor, DLA Piper, regional Gold sponsor, Selective Insight, and regional Silver sponsor, ADP. About EYEY 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 Press Contact:Lane KearneyCorporate Ink for Tivetive@ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
12-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
EY US Announces Nabiha Saklayen of Cellino as an Entrepreneur Of The Year ® 2025 New England Award Winner
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) has named Nabiha Saklayen, Ph.D., CEO and Co-Founder of Cellino, a winner of the Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 New England Award. Now celebrating its 40th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is one of the most prestigious business awards programs in the world, recognizing visionary leaders who are redefining how business is done and making a lasting impact on their industries and communities. Dr. Saklayen was selected by an independent panel of judges for her bold vision, scientific ingenuity, and unwavering commitment to transforming the future of cell therapy manufacturing. Under her leadership, Cellino is pioneering a new era of regenerative medicine by building the first autonomous facility for induced pluripotent stem cell manufacturing, leveraging AI and laser-based technologies to make personalized stem cell therapies scalable, accessible, and affordable. 'This award is a reflection of the groundbreaking work our team at Cellino is doing to shape the future of medicine,' said Dr. Saklayen. 'I'm honored to be recognized alongside so many inspiring entrepreneurs who are driving real change.' Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates founders, CEOs, and multigenerational leaders who embody innovation, resilience, and purpose. As a regional winner, Dr. Saklayen joins an esteemed community of past recipients and will now be considered for the National Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards, taking place this November at the Strategic Growth Forum®, one of the most influential gatherings of high-growth companies in the U.S. Regional award winners were announced on Wednesday, June 11 th during a special celebration in Boston, MA and will become lifetime members of an esteemed community of Entrepreneur Of The Year alumni from around the world. The regional award 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 New England, sponsors also include Platinum sponsor, DLA Piper, Gold sponsor, Selective Insight, and Silver sponsor, ADP. 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 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 About Cellino Cellino is a leader in advanced biomanufacturing technology, committed to making personalized cell, tissue, and organ replacements a reality for patients around the world. Learn more at and follow us on LinkedIn and X.
