Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year
Award Process

Each year, a candidate is selected by a nine-member committee composed of Cornell alumni, faculty and students.

The award recognizes the achievements and qualities of a Cornellian who best exemplifies the ideals of Entrepreneurship by meeting the following four criteria:

• Has started and successfully managed a business, contributed substantially to the turnaround or growth of a business, or managed a larger business in a way that has demonstrated notable entrepreneurial characteristics and achievements;
• Has contributed to the private enterprise system in ways that are an inspiration to others;
• Has used his or her business skills and creativity to enrich humanity;
• Has conducted their business and personal relationships with the highest integrity.