About the Future Entrepreneur Award
We are committed to recognising visionary entrepreneurs who are leading the way in shaping their industries. They spot emerging opportunities early and venture boldly into new fields. At pivotal moments, they act decisively, producing measurable innovation that transforms technologies, upgrades business models, and ensures a market-leading position.
By exemplifying leadership and forward-thinking strategies, these entrepreneurs inspire others, offering direction and setting benchmarks for the next generation to build on.
To be eligible to receive an award, applicants must be recommended by a regional referrer. The nominee must be an owner or shareholder who is primarily responsible for the performance of the company and an active member of top management. At the time of application, the nominee’s company must have been in operation for at least three years.
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IMPACT HEARD
Future Entrepreneur of the Year
Entrepreneurs who drive significant business growth, advance industry and society, and exemplify outstanding leadership and strong values
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AMBITION BLAZE
Extraordinary Female Future Entrepreneur
Women entrepreneurs who drive significant business growth, champion industry and social progress, and demonstrate exceptional leadership and positive values
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LEGACY LAST
Excellent Family Business Future Entrepreneur
Family business entrepreneurs who, through effective management and operational excellence, have significantly strengthened their company’s competitiveness and market position
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YOUR MARK
Outstanding Emerging Future Entrepreneur
Entrepreneurs with sharp market insight and a spirit of innovation, who are advancing their industry and society while demonstrating outstanding leadership
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AI IMMERSIVE
Pioneer AI Tech Future Entrepreneur
Entrepreneurs who are leading the way in breakthrough innovations – whether in large-scale AI models, foundational software, advanced hardware, and related technologies, or industry-oriented AI plus solutions and applications
Assessment criteria
Assessment process & 2026 key dates
CN-FM Future Entrepreneur Award:
Future.entrepreneur@kpmg.com
