How are entrepreneurs shaping a better future for us all?
EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year is the ultimate global celebration of purpose, impact, growth and entrepreneurial spirit. This annual event brings together the world's most visionary entrepreneurs who are shaping our future with confidence.
We can’t wait to welcome you to the stunning French Riviera to:
Connect with entrepreneurs from around the world, exchange ideas and explore partnerships.
Engage with inspiring, future-focused thought leaders in intimate discussion settings.
Discover the history and glamour of Monaco's culture through experiences curated just for you.
Meet the Class of 2025 finalists and witness the crowning of the next EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year.
Join us to celebrate 25 years of EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year!
How are entrepreneurs shaping a better future for us all?
EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year is the ultimate global celebration of purpose, impact, growth and entrepreneurial spirit. This annual event brings together the world's most visionary entrepreneurs who are shaping our future with confidence.
We can’t wait to welcome you to the stunning French Riviera to:
Connect with entrepreneurs from around the world, exchange ideas and explore partnerships.
Engage with inspiring, future-focused thought leaders in intimate discussion settings.
Discover the history and glamour of Monaco's culture through experiences curated just for you.
Meet the Class of 2025 finalists and witness the crowning of the next EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year.
Join us to celebrate 25 years of EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year!
EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2025
Join us for the ultimate global competition and celebration of entrepreneurs
How are entrepreneurs shaping a better future for us all?
EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year is the ultimate global celebration of purpose, impact, growth and entrepreneurial spirit. This annual event brings together the world's most visionary entrepreneurs who are shaping our future with confidence.
We can’t wait to welcome you to the stunning French Riviera to:
Connect with entrepreneurs from around the world, exchange ideas and explore partnerships.
Engage with inspiring, future-focused thought leaders in intimate discussion settings.
Discover the history and glamour of Monaco's culture through experiences curated just for you.
Meet the Class of 2025 finalists and witness the crowning of the next EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year.
Join us to celebrate 25 years of EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year!
How are entrepreneurs shaping a better future for us all?
EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year is the ultimate global celebration of purpose, impact, growth and entrepreneurial spirit. This annual event brings together the world's most visionary entrepreneurs who are shaping our future with confidence.
We can’t wait to welcome you to the stunning French Riviera to:
Connect with entrepreneurs from around the world, exchange ideas and explore partnerships.
Engage with inspiring, future-focused thought leaders in intimate discussion settings.
Discover the history and glamour of Monaco's culture through experiences curated just for you.
Meet the Class of 2025 finalists and witness the crowning of the next EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year.
Join us to celebrate 25 years of EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year!
Activities
Curate your Monaco experience by exploring the full agenda below. Plan your time to increase learning and networking opportunities.
Curate your Monaco experience by exploring the full agenda below. Plan your time to increase learning and networking opportunities.
Formal introduction of the Class of 2025 finalists and this year’s judges. EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2024, Vellayan Subbiah, will share his experience as a world winner and kick off the 25th anniversary of this one-of-kind, global celebration of entrepreneurship.
Amy Webb, World-Renowned Futurist; Founder & CEO of the Future Today Strategy Group
Futurist Amy Webb will unlock the evolving technological landscape that influences the trends and challenges shaping society. Peer into both the optimistic and less certain scenarios of the next 10 to 20 years for insights and strategies to help your organization, and your industry, thrive.
Hosted by Hanne Jesca Bax, EY Global Vice Chair - Clients & Industries
Past EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year winners will discuss what it means to be a winner, the journey that follows, and how they shape the future with confidence. Gain insights from their business experiences and strategies for continued success.
Explore the exclusive cultural experiences and “Experiences with” spotlighting industry experts and leaders available here.
16:00
until
18:30
16:00 - 18:30
Wednesday, 4 June
EY House Garden, Hôtel Hermitage
Women in Monaco
Join a private gathering of global women leaders for a bold, off-the-record conversation on what it really takes to lead today. Together, we’ll explore how to supercharge personal clarity, team performance, and impact. No stage. No scripts. Just the most influential women in business, in the room, together.
By invitation only.
17:30
until
18:30
17:30 - 18:30
Wednesday, 4 June
EY House Garden, Hôtel Hermitage
Women in Monaco cocktail hour
Celebration reception of women entrepreneurs, EY leaders and guests to build connections that will shape the future of entrepreneurship.
19:00
until
19:30
19:00 - 19:30
Wednesday, 4 June
Jardin d'Hiver lobby, Hôtel Hermitage and Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
Transfer to Financial Services Sector dinner
Meeting place for transfers to Maybourne Riviera:
Jardin d'Hiver lobby, Hôtel Hermitage
Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
19:00
until
19:30
19:00 - 19:30
Wednesday, 4 June
Jardin d'Hiver lobby, Hôtel Hermitage and Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
Transfer to Government & Infrastructure Sector dinner
Meeting place for transfers to Maybourne Riviera:
Jardin d'Hiver lobby, Hôtel Hermitage
Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
19:00
until
19:30
19:00 - 19:30
Wednesday, 4 June
Beaumarchais lobby, Hôtel Hermitage and Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
Transfer to Industrials & Energy Sector dinner
Meeting place for transfers to Marius:
Beaumarchais lobby, Hôtel Hermitage
Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
19:00
until
19:30
19:00 - 19:30
Wednesday, 4 June
Jardin d'Hiver lobby, Hôtel Hermitage and Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
Transfer to Technology, Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications Sector dinner
Plenary session – From footballer to entrepreneur – discussing the parallels
Gary Neville, Former Premier League Footballer turned Entrepreneur
Janet Truncale, EY Global Chair and CEO
Janet Truncale, EY Global Chair and CEO, and Gary Neville will discuss leadership styles, maintaining focus under pressure, building high-performance teams and sustaining success. Hear Gary’s journey from acclaimed football player to leading entrepreneur. As an accomplished businessman, Gary’s ventures span real estate and hospitality, education, media, and sports.
Top leaders from various sectors and regions will explore the business of leadership and their diverse approaches. Gain valuable insights and learn from the experiences of these influential CEOs as they discuss succession planning and the unique challenges and strategies within different industries.
Plenary session – The evolution of a 150-year-old industrial family with values at the forefront
Hosted by Hanne Jesca Bax, EY Global Vice Chair - Clients & Industries
Maria Ahlström-Bondestam will discuss how the Ahlströms have made it their mission to transform — as a family and as a business — and how values, impact, and the greater good unite the family today. Maria’s contribution extends beyond her own family. As the inaugural chair of the UNICEF International Council, she has made a true difference around the world and brought global business families together in support of the most critical cause of our times.
EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2025 Awards gala
Key event
We will honor the Class of 2025, celebrate the success and impact of all the entrepreneurs with us in Monaco, and announce the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2025 winner.
Connect with fellow attendees through one-on-one micro forums and private group forums. Booking process coming soon.
08:00
until
11:30
08:00 - 11:30
Friday, 6 June
EY House, Hôtel Hermitage
Optional farewell brunch
Your curated agenda
Current time zone: GMT Standard Time
10am
until
8pm
Tue, 3rd June
EY House, Hôtel Hermitage
Registration | Micro forums | Forums
Connect with fellow attendees through one-on-one micro forums and private group forums. Booking process coming soon.
10am
until
12:30pm
Tue, 3rd June
EY House, Hôtel Hermitage
Networking breakfast
10am
until
12:30pm
Tue, 3rd June
Event concierge desk, Hôtel Hermitage
Experience check-in
Check-in for the experiences you have booked for the day at the event concierge desk over breakfast in EY House, Hôtel Hermitage.
1pm
until
3pm
Tue, 3rd June
EY House, Hôtel Hermitage
Networking lunch
1pm
until
2:30pm
Tue, 3rd June
EY House Garden, Hôtel Hermitage
Class of 2025 welcome lunch
A lunch for Class of 2025 finalists ahead of the judges’ private session.
1:45pm
until
5:15pm
Tue, 3rd June
Various
Monaco experiences
Explore the exclusive cultural experiences available here.
2:30pm
until
5pm
Tue, 3rd June
EY House Garden, Hôtel Hermitage
Class of 2025 and judges private session
Key event
Mandatory for Class of 2025
A gathering between the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year judging panel and the Class of 2025.
All Class of 2025 finalists are required to attend.
6pm
until
6:30pm
Tue, 3rd June
Casino Square
Champagne welcome reception
Raise a toast to the Class of 2025 finalists at Casino Square in the heart of Monaco.
6:30pm
until
6:45pm
Tue, 3rd June
Opéra de Monte-Carlo
Please take your seats!
7pm
until
8:15pm
Tue, 3rd June
Opéra de Monte-Carlo
Official welcome ceremony
Key event
Formal introduction of the Class of 2025 finalists and this year’s judges. EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2024, Vellayan Subbiah, will share his experience as a world winner and kick off the 25th anniversary of this one-of-kind, global celebration of entrepreneurship.
8:15pm
until
8:45pm
Tue, 3rd June
Opéra de Monte-Carlo
Transfers from Opéra de Monte-Carlo to Yacht Club de Monaco
8:30pm
until
1am
Tue, 3rd June
Yacht Club de Monaco
Dinner and celebration
Connect with leading entrepreneurs as you celebrate by the sea at one of the world’s most prestigious private yacht clubs, Yacht Club de Monaco.
9am
until
8pm
Wed, 4th June
EY House, Hôtel Hermitage
EY House open | Micro forums | Forums
Connect with fellow attendees through one-on-one micro forums and private group forums. Booking process coming soon.
9am
until
12:30pm
Wed, 4th June
EY House, Hôtel Hermitage
Networking breakfast
9am
until
11am
Wed, 4th June
Event concierge desk, Hôtel Hermitage
Experience check-in
Check-in for the experiences you have booked for the day at the event concierge desk over breakfast in EY House, Hôtel Hermitage.
11am
until
12pm
Wed, 4th June
Salle Empire, Hôtel de Paris
Plenary session – Emerging tech trends
Amy Webb, World-Renowned Futurist; Founder & CEO of the Future Today Strategy Group
Futurist Amy Webb will unlock the evolving technological landscape that influences the trends and challenges shaping society. Peer into both the optimistic and less certain scenarios of the next 10 to 20 years for insights and strategies to help your organization, and your industry, thrive.
12:15pm
until
1pm
Wed, 4th June
Salle Empire, Hôtel de Paris
Panel session – The business of winning
Hosted by Hanne Jesca Bax, EY Global Vice Chair - Clients & Industries
Past EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year winners will discuss what it means to be a winner, the journey that follows, and how they shape the future with confidence. Gain insights from their business experiences and strategies for continued success.
1pm
until
3pm
Wed, 4th June
EY House, Hôtel Hermitage
Networking lunch
1:15pm
until
6:30pm
Wed, 4th June
Various
“Experiences with” and Monaco experiences
Explore the exclusive cultural experiences and “Experiences with” spotlighting industry experts and leaders available here.
5pm
until
7:30pm
Wed, 4th June
EY House Garden, Hôtel Hermitage
Women in Monaco
Join a private gathering of global women leaders for a bold, off-the-record conversation on what it really takes to lead today. Together, we’ll explore how to supercharge personal clarity, team performance, and impact. No stage. No scripts. Just the most influential women in business, in the room, together.
By invitation only.
6:30pm
until
7:30pm
Wed, 4th June
EY House Garden, Hôtel Hermitage
Women in Monaco cocktail hour
Celebration reception of women entrepreneurs, EY leaders and guests to build connections that will shape the future of entrepreneurship.
8pm
until
8:30pm
Wed, 4th June
Jardin d'Hiver lobby, Hôtel Hermitage and Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
Transfer to Financial Services Sector dinner
Meeting place for transfers to Maybourne Riviera:
Jardin d'Hiver lobby, Hôtel Hermitage
Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
8pm
until
8:30pm
Wed, 4th June
Jardin d'Hiver lobby, Hôtel Hermitage and Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
Transfer to Government & Infrastructure Sector dinner
Meeting place for transfers to Maybourne Riviera:
Jardin d'Hiver lobby, Hôtel Hermitage
Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
8pm
until
8:30pm
Wed, 4th June
Beaumarchais lobby, Hôtel Hermitage and Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
Transfer to Industrials & Energy Sector dinner
Meeting place for transfers to Marius:
Beaumarchais lobby, Hôtel Hermitage
Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
8pm
until
8:30pm
Wed, 4th June
Jardin d'Hiver lobby, Hôtel Hermitage and Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
Transfer to Technology, Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications Sector dinner
Meeting place for transfers to Le Deck:
Jardin d'Hiver lobby, Hôtel Hermitage
Hotel lobby, Fairmont Monte-Carlo
8:30pm
until
11:30pm
Wed, 4th June
La Môme
Consumer & Health Sector dinner
Hosted by Michael Thompson
New for 2025! Connect with other attendees in your sector to network, share insights, and discuss the latest trends and challenges.
La Môme is walking distance from Casino Square. Please meet directly at the venue at 19:30; transfers are not being provided.
8:30pm
until
11:30pm
Wed, 4th June
Maybourne Riviera
Financial Services Sector dinner
Hosted by Anna Anthony
New for 2025! Connect with other attendees in your sector to network, share insights, and discuss the latest trends and challenges.
8:30pm
until
11:30pm
Wed, 4th June
Maybourne Riviera
Government & Infrastructure Sector dinner
Hosted by Cathering Friday
New for 2025! Connect with other attendees in your sector to network, share insights, and discuss the latest trends and challenges.
8:30pm
until
11:30pm
Wed, 4th June
Marius
Industrials & Energy Sector dinner
Hosted by Steve Wilkinson
New for 2025! Connect with other attendees in your sector to network, share insights, and discuss the latest trends and challenges.
8:30pm
until
11:30pm
Wed, 4th June
Le Deck
Technology, Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications Sector dinner
Hosted by James Brundage
New for 2025! Connect with other attendees in your sector to network, share insights, and discuss the latest trends and challenges.
9am
until
8pm
Thu, 5th June
EY House, Hôtel Hermitage
EY House and EY House Garden open | Micro forums | Forums
Connect with fellow attendees through one-on-one micro forums and private group forums. Booking process coming soon.
9am
until
12:30pm
Thu, 5th June
EY House, Hôtel Hermitage
Networking breakfast
9am
until
11am
Thu, 5th June
Event concierge desk, Hôtel Hermitage
Experience check-in
Check-in for the experiences you have booked for the day at the event concierge desk over breakfast in EY House, Hôtel Hermitage.
11am
until
11:45am
Thu, 5th June
Salle Empire, Hôtel de Paris
Plenary session – From footballer to entrepreneur – discussing the parallels
Gary Neville, Former Premier League Footballer turned Entrepreneur
Janet Truncale, EY Global Chair and CEO
Janet Truncale, EY Global Chair and CEO, and Gary Neville will discuss leadership styles, maintaining focus under pressure, building high-performance teams and sustaining success. Hear Gary’s journey from acclaimed football player to leading entrepreneur. As an accomplished businessman, Gary’s ventures span real estate and hospitality, education, media, and sports.
12pm
until
12:30pm
Thu, 5th June
Salle Empire, Hôtel de Paris
Panel session – The business of leadership
Hosted by Mark Jeffries
Top leaders from various sectors and regions will explore the business of leadership and their diverse approaches. Gain valuable insights and learn from the experiences of these influential CEOs as they discuss succession planning and the unique challenges and strategies within different industries.
12:30pm
until
1pm
Thu, 5th June
Salle Empire, Hôtel de Paris
Plenary session – The evolution of a 150-year-old industrial family with values at the forefront
Hosted by Hanne Jesca Bax, EY Global Vice Chair - Clients & Industries
Maria Ahlström-Bondestam will discuss how the Ahlströms have made it their mission to transform — as a family and as a business — and how values, impact, and the greater good unite the family today. Maria’s contribution extends beyond her own family. As the inaugural chair of the UNICEF International Council, she has made a true difference around the world and brought global business families together in support of the most critical cause of our times.
1pm
until
3pm
Thu, 5th June
EY House, Hôtel Hermitage
Networking lunch
1:15pm
until
6pm
Thu, 5th June
Various
“Experiences with” and Monaco experiences
Explore the exclusive cultural experiences and “Experiences with” spotlighting industry experts and leaders available here.
7:15pm
until
8pm
Thu, 5th June
Event hotels
Transfers to Salle des Étoiles, Monte-Carlo Sporting
8pm
until
11:30pm
Thu, 5th June
Salle des Étoiles, Monte-Carlo Sporting
EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2025 Awards gala
Key event
We will honor the Class of 2025, celebrate the success and impact of all the entrepreneurs with us in Monaco, and announce the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2025 winner.
11:30pm
until
2:30am
Thu, 5th June
Jimmy’z
The afterparty
Celebrate in style at legendary hotspot Jimmy’z.
9am
until
8pm
Fri, 6th June
Departures
Throughout the day
9am
until
1pm
Fri, 6th June
EY House, Hôtel Hermitage
EY House open | Micro forums | Forums
Connect with fellow attendees through one-on-one micro forums and private group forums. Booking process coming soon.
9am
until
12:30pm
Fri, 6th June
EY House, Hôtel Hermitage
Optional farewell brunch
Resources
Discover the inspiring, future-focused thought leaders that you will hear from and connect with throughout the week.
Discover the inspiring, future-focused thought leaders that you will hear from and connect with throughout the week.
World-Renowned Futurist; Founder and CEO of the Future Today Strategy Group
Amy Webb World-Renowned Futurist; Founder and CEO of the Future Today Strategy Group
Gary Neville
Former Premier League Footballer turned Entrepreneur
Gary Neville Former Premier League Footballer turned Entrepreneur
Vellayan Subbiah
Chairman of Cholamandalam Investment and Finance and Executive Vice-Chairman of Tube Investments of India
Vellayan Subbiah Chairman of Cholamandalam Investment and Finance and Executive Vice-Chairman of Tube Investments of India
Gaston Taratuta
Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Aleph Group
Gaston Taratuta Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Aleph Group
Murad Al-Katib
President and Chief Executive Officer, AGT Food and Ingredients Inc.
Murad Al-Katib President and Chief Executive Officer, AGT Food and Ingredients Inc.
Stefan Vilsmeier
Founder, Brainlab GmbH
Stefan Vilsmeier Founder, Brainlab GmbH
Maurice Brewster
Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Mosaic Global Transportation
Maurice Brewster Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Mosaic Global Transportation
Eduardo della Maggiora
Chief Executive Officer, Betterfly
Eduardo della Maggiora Chief Executive Officer, Betterfly
Jenny Jing Zhu
Chairwoman, Lush Décor Home
Jenny Jing Zhu Chairwoman, Lush Décor Home
Maria Ahlström-Bondestam
Maria Ahlström-Bondestam
Janet Truncale
EY Global Chair and CEO
Janet Truncale EY Global Chair and CEO
Mark Jeffries
Speaker, author and event moderator
Mark Jeffries Speaker, author and event moderator
Hanne Jesca Bax
EY Global Vice Chair - Clients & Industries
Hanne Jesca Bax EY Global Vice Chair - Clients & Industries
Michael Thompson
EY EMEIA Consumer and Health Leader
Michael Thompson EY EMEIA Consumer and Health Leader
Catherine Friday
EY Global and Asia-Pacific Government and Infrastructure Leader
Catherine Friday EY Global and Asia-Pacific Government and Infrastructure Leader
Steve Wilkinson
EY Global Industrials and Energy Leader
Steve Wilkinson EY Global Industrials and Energy Leader
James Brundage
EY Global and Americas Technology Sector Leader
James Brundage EY Global and Americas Technology Sector Leader
Joice Maduaka
EY Athlete Programs Global Lead
Joice Maduaka EY Athlete Programs Global Lead
Asif Ramji
Founder and CEO, Venture Worx, United States
Asif Ramji Founder and CEO, Venture Worx, United States
Linda Brown
Board Director, Torrens University Australia
Linda Brown Board Director, Torrens University Australia
Rafał Brzoska
Founder and CEO, Integer Capital Group, Poland
Rafał Brzoska Founder and CEO, Integer Capital Group, Poland
Mitchell Elegbe
Founder and Group Managing Director, Interswitch Group, Nigeria
Mitchell Elegbe Founder and Group Managing Director, Interswitch Group, Nigeria
Dr. Zhou Lihan
Co-Founder and CEO of MiRXES
Dr. Zhou Lihan Co-Founder and CEO of MiRXES
Rubens Menin Teixeira de Souza
Chairman, MRV Engenharia e Participações S.A, Brazil
Rubens Menin Teixeira de Souza Chairman, MRV Engenharia e Participações S.A, Brazil
Sam Smith
Founder, finnCap, United Kingdom
Sam Smith Founder, finnCap, United Kingdom
Motokuni Takaoka
Founder, Chairman and CEO, Airweave, Japan
Motokuni Takaoka Founder, Chairman and CEO, Airweave, Japan
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My invitation states that fees apply; how much are the registration fees this year?
The standard fee to attend is EUR 7,000 + VAT per registrant (USD 7,500 + VAT).
For alumni of EY entrepreneurial programs*, a discounted fee of EUR 4,750 + VAT applies (USD 5,000 + VAT).
Guests coming with a standard or alumni fee payer will be charged EUR 2,300 + VAT (USD 2,500 + VAT)
Note: Registration fees do not cover hotel or travel costs. Should you need to cancel your registration, you will need to do so before Friday, 2 May 2025, to entitle you to a full refund. Cancelations after this date are non-refundable.
*EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™, Entrepreneurs Access Network (EAN), EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women™, Women Fast forward and Ripples.
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