Top business leaders shed light on harnessing ambition and making the working world better

Pioneering founders and CEOs at the annual Strategic Growth Forum® pointed out the pivotal role of entrepreneurs. By embracing new levels of human ingenuity and creating new opportunities, they help solve some of the world’s biggest challenges. Gain more actionable insights on inspired leadership, corporate boards and other top of mind issues for private business executives.

How to build a resilient mindset

Maintaining a realistic, positive outlook can help entrepreneurs overcome obstacles and achieve business goals.

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3 keys to personal purpose and vision

Unlock your potential, inspire others and bring more meaning to your work.

04 Apr 2023 Jeff Stier

4 considerations for a successful digital transformation

The CEO’s leadership, defined outcomes and measured decisions are key to a successful digital transformation. Learn more.

04 Apr 2023 Laura McGarrity + 2

3 tips for entrepreneurs seeking a corporate board appointment

Entrepreneurs are well suited to leverage their experience and expertise into corporate board directorships. Learn more.

04 Apr 2023 Kris Pederson

How banking instability affects the entrepreneurial ecosystem: guidance for managing capital

Startups and venture capitalists responding to recent bank failures by focusing on risk management and business fundamentals.

21 Mar 2023 Jeffrey Grabow

3 business practices that high-growth entrepreneurs should know

Entrepreneurs share priorities for 2024. Read more.

21 Feb 2023 Lee Henderson

10 tips for preserving and growing personal wealth

Navigate your financial future with an eye toward wealth preservation, business and asset protection, and legacy enhancement. Read more.

16 Nov 2022 David Kirk

    The team

    Lee Henderson

    Americas EY Private Leader; Executive Sponsor, EY Entrepreneurs Access Network

    Fervent supporter of young entrepreneurs and their businesses. Connector of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Self-proclaimed sports fanatic.

    Chicago, USA

    Jeff Stier

    EY Americas Strategic Purpose Vision Realized Leader; EY Americas PAS Sustainability & ESG Leader

    Vision-led and purpose-driven leader. Accelerator of innovation.

    New York, USA

    Laura McGarrity

    EY-Parthenon Principal, Digital Innovation, Ernst & Young LLP

    Leading digital transformation efforts for clients. Extensive experience in emerging technology and start-up ecosystems. Gardening pro.

    New York, USA

    Jeff Vogel

    EY-Parthenon Americas Software Strategy Group Leader

    Advisor to top PE firms and software companies. Provides guidance for driving value across product, technology and R&D strategy. Navigates the software economy.

    Boston, USA

    Mazen Baroudi

    EY Americas Technology Strategy Leader

    Advisor to technology and business leaders. Passionate about technology and business transformation. Strategist, innovator and thought leader.

     

    Kris Pederson

    EY Americas Center for Board Matters Leader

    Boardroom champion. Corporate director. Strategy leader. Long-term value architect. Purpose-focused professional. Enjoys skiing, running and golfing with her family in the mountains of Boulder, CO.

    Denver, USA

    Jeffrey Grabow

    EY US Venture Capital Leader

    Passionate about working with entrepreneurs and venture capitalists in Silicon Valley and beyond.

    San Mateo – Silicon Valley, USA

    Robert (Bobby) Stover, Jr.

    EY Americas Family Enterprise and Family Office Leader

    Leader and advisor in supporting family enterprises to achieve their ambition and secure their family legacy for generations. Regular instructor and speaker on topics relevant to family enterprises.

    Dallas, USA

    Entrepreneurs on leading into the future

    Explore our collection of actionable guidance on talent, capital, navigating through uncertainty and more.

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    Entrepreneur Of The Year® US

    Seeking the ambitious entrepreneurs building a more equitable, sustainable and prosperous world for all.

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    EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women™ North America

    Identifying ambitious women entrepreneurs and provides them with the advice, resources and access they need to unlock their full potential.

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    EY Entrepreneurs Access Network

    A business accelerating program for Black and Latino founders, designed to scale their businesses by equalizing access to resources, connections and capital.

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    EY Private

    To unlock the full potential of your ambition, even more so during uncertain times, you need a globally connected advisor who appreciates your owner mindset and can support you as you transform, reshape your future and succeed in the now, next and beyond.

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    Strategic Growth Forum®

    The Strategic Growth Forum® US is the country’s most prestigious gathering of CEOs, high-growth entrepreneurs, C-suite executives. These authors of the future convene for inspiring keynotes, thought-provoking panels, one-to-one meetings, and limitless, high-value networking to fuel economic growth. 

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