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Business Upturn
2 days ago
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- 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
Business Wire
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
DDN's Alex Bouzari and Paul Bloch Named EY US Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Greater Los Angeles Award Winners
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- DDN, the global leader in AI and data intelligence solutions, today announced that Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) has named Co-Founders Alex Bouzari, CEO, and Paul Bloch, President, the Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Greater Los Angeles Award winners. Entrepreneur Of The Year is the preeminent competitive awards program for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. For 40 years, EY US has celebrated ambitious entrepreneurs who are transforming industries, impacting communities, and creating long-term value. Bouzari and Bloch were selected by an independent panel of judges composed of past winners, leading CEOs, and industry luminaries. Candidates were evaluated on criteria including long-term value creation, entrepreneurial spirit, purpose-driven commitment, and demonstrable impact and growth. 'For us, this recognition is not just about individual achievement — it's a celebration of the company and community we've built together over nearly three decades,' said Bouzari. 'DDN started with a simple belief — that if you harness data the right way, it can change the world. Today, that belief drives everything we do, from advancing AI to enabling medical breakthroughs and powering the fastest supercomputers on the planet. This award belongs to our extraordinary team, our customers and partners, and especially to Paul — my friend, co-founder, and fellow entrepreneur.' 'This award is deeply meaningful because it reflects the power of enduring partnership and shared purpose,' said Bloch. 'From day one, Alex and I set out to solve some of the world's most complex data challenges — not for the sake of technology alone, but to enable real-world impact. Today, our solutions drive breakthroughs in AI, science, healthcare, and industry. I'm incredibly proud of what we've built together, and honored to share this recognition with Alex, our extraordinary DDN team, and the innovative customers who push us to keep evolving.' From their beginnings as Caltech classmates, Bouzari and Bloch founded DDN with a vision to unlock the full potential of data at scale. That vision has since evolved into a global AI and data intelligence powerhouse, supporting innovation across industries including healthcare, life sciences, climate science, energy, and autonomous systems. As Greater Los Angeles award winners, Bouzari and Bloch are now eligible for consideration for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 National Awards, to be announced at the Strategic Growth Forum® in November. The overall national winner will then advance to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Award in June 2026. Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates diverse types of leadership — from original founders and transformational CEOs to multigenerational leaders redefining legacy businesses. The program has honored innovators such as Reed Hoffman and Jeff Weiner of LinkedIn, Sheila Mikhail of AskBio, Eric Yuan of Zoom, and Howard Schultz of Starbucks Coffee Company. For more information, visit About DDN DDN is the world's leading AI and data intelligence company, empowering organizations to maximize the value of their data with end-to-end HPC and AI-focused solutions. Its customers range from the largest global enterprises and AI hyperscalers to cutting-edge research centers, all leveraging DDN's proven data intelligence platform for scalable, secure, and high-performance AI deployments that drive 10x returns. Follow DDN: LinkedIn, X, and YouTube. 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 Los Angeles, sponsors also include ADP, Cooley, Los Angeles Business Journal, Vaco, and Big Picture. About Entrepreneur Of The Year Founded in 1986, Entrepreneur Of The Year has celebrated more than 11,000 ambitious visionaries leading dynamic businesses in the US and nearly 60 countries around the world. The US program includes 17 regional programs whose winners advance to national recognition at the Strategic Growth Forum® in November. The overall national winner represents the US at the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ competition. Learn more at 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 refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited. For more information, please visit
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
EY US Announces Nabiha Saklayen of Cellino as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 New England Award Winner
Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates ambitious entrepreneurs who are shaping the future BOSTON, June 12, 2025--(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 11th 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. View source version on Contacts Media Kimberly HaKKH
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.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
EY US unveils David Erickson of Forward Networks as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Bay Area Award finalist
Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates ambitious entrepreneurs who are shaping the future SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) announced the finalists for the prestigious Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Bay Area Award. 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. An independent panel of judges selected David Erickson among 33 finalists for their entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth and lasting impact in building long-term value. In reflecting on this recognition, Erickson said: "Bringing Forward Networks from a concept to a company trusted by some of the world's largest enterprises and government agencies—where data security is critical—has been a journey more than a decade in the making. Being named an EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® Finalist is a true honor. For decades, this award has recognized business leaders whose companies have disrupted industries and created entirely new product categories. Being part of that legacy is a meaningful validation of the work my co-founders, our employees, and I have done to drive real, positive change.'" Entrepreneur Of The Year honors 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. Regional award winners will be announced on Friday, June 13 during a special celebration in San Francisco 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. 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 the Bay Area, sponsors include platinum sponsor: DLA Piper, gold sponsor: ADP and silver sponsor: Big Picture. 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 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 About Forward Networks Forward Networks is revolutionizing the way large networks are managed. Forward's advanced software delivers a digital twin of the network, enabling network operators to ensure the network is secure, reliable, and agile. The platform supports devices from all major networking vendors and cloud operators, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform. Forward Networks was founded in 2013 by four Stanford Ph.D. graduates and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California. Investors include MSD Partners, Goldman Sachs, Andreessen Horowitz, Threshold Ventures, Section 32, Omega Venture Partners, and A. Capital. For more information, visit Dawn SlusherForward Networksdawnslusher@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Forward Networks, Inc. Sign in to access your portfolio
