EY Announces Aleksandra Efimova of Russian Pointe Entrepreneur Of the Year® 2017 Finalist
Chicago, IL – Aleksandra Efimova, founder and president of Russian Pointe, has been named a finalist for the Entrepreneur Of the Year® 2017 Award in the Midwest.
In its thirtieth year, the prestigious award program recognizes entrepreneurs who are excelling in areas such as innovation, financial performance and personal commitment to their businesses and communities.
Ms. Efimova was selected by a panel of independent judges, following a personal interview. After a further interview process in May, regional award winners will be announced at a gala event on June 21 in Chicago.
“I am honored to be named a finalist for such a great award, and I would like to thank the Russian Pointe team for their commitment, passion and determination in living up to the brand’s mission,” Ms. Efimova said. “Great job, Team Purple,” she added, referring to the brand’s signature color.
In EY’s official announcement, Midwest Program Director Rye Butman commented about the finalists, “Their drive and determination propels economic growth in the Midwest and that deserves to be celebrated.”
Regional winners are eligible for awards in several national categories, including the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award. National awards will be announced at a gala in Palm Springs, California, in November, as the culminating event of the Strategic Growth Forum™, which EY calls “the nation’s most prestigious gathering of high-growth, market-leading companies.”
About Russian Pointe
Russian Pointe is a premier, global brand of dance products. Founded in 1998 and based in Chicago, the company is known for consistent innovation, the highest quality of materials and crafting, and outstanding responsiveness to the needs and preferences of its customers.
Russian Pointe provides market-leading customer care to both retailers and end-users, including personal support, a unique array of educational resources, and state-of-the-art logistics and IT integration to provide consistent quality and efficient delivery at affordable pricing.
Russian Pointe founder and president Aleksandra Efimova is a Harvard Business School alumna, a noted entrepreneur and a community leader who makes philanthropy, outreach and responsible business practices top priorities for the company.
Russian Pointe’s mission is to provide elegant dance products and inspire dancers to lead extraordinary lives.
About Entrepreneur Of The Year®
Entrepreneur Of The Year®, founded by EY, is the world’s most prestigious business awards program for entrepreneurs, chosen from an independent panel of judges including entrepreneurs and prominent leaders from business, finance, and the local community. The program makes a difference through the way it encourages entrepreneurial activity among those with potential and recognizes the contribution of people who inspire others with their vision, leadership and achievement. As the first and only truly global awards program of its kind, Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates those who are building and leading successful, growing and dynamic businesses, recognizing them through regional, national and global awards programs in over 145 cities and more than 60 countries. ey.com/eoy
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