Narayanamurthy bags E&Y award
By Our Convergence Bureau | 09 Jun 2003
As many as 26 worldwide entrepreneurs vied for the title in 2003, the third year since global professional services firm Ernst & Young launched the World Entrepreneur of the Year Program.
Judges of the award praised Narayanamurthy "intellectually, philosophically, ethically and spiritually driven entrepreneurship" and his company''s "outstanding financial performance and global impact in a dynamic and volatile industry."
"I am extremely grateful to the jury of the Ernst & Young World Entrepreneur of the Year Award for this recognition. It is an extraordinary act since it raises the hope, confidence and enthusiasm of millions of entrepreneurs in India and will spur them to create a large number of jobs, which the country needs badly," says Narayanamurthy.
Says
Ernst & Young Global chairman James S Turley: "Narayanamurthy''s
story is a truly inspirational one. He has demonstrated
quality leadership and embodies both entrepreneurial
spirit and business excellence. We are delighted he
has been selected to receive this year''s award."