Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates ambitious entrepreneurs who are shaping the future
CHARLESTON, S.C. – April 21, 2025 – Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) announced the finalists for the prestigious Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Southeast Award, which celebrates entrepreneurs from Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. An independent panel of judges selected Marc Murphy among 36 finalists for their entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth and lasting impact in building long-term value. Murphy is CEO of Ignite Digital Services, bringing digital transformation and systems integration solutions to national security clients.
Now in its 40th year, the Entrepreneur Of The Year program celebrates the bold leaders who disrupt markets through the world’s most ground-breaking companies, revolutionizing industries and profoundly impacting communities. The program honors bold entrepreneurs whose innovations shape the future and pave the way for a thriving economy and a hopeful tomorrow.
“Joining this year’s Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Southeast Award finalist group is a tremendous honor for me, both personally and professionally,” shared Murphy. “Great ideas and talented team members define my entrepreneurial journey, so I owe a huge thanks to the team at Ignite Digital Services for walking alongside me as we deliver impactful solutions that drive digital transformations within the national security industry.”
Regional award winners will be announced on June 25 during a special celebration in Atlanta, GA, and will become lifetime members of an esteemed community of Entrepreneur Of The Year alumni from around the world. The winners will then be considered by the National judges for the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Awards, which will be presented in November at the annual Strategic Growth Forum®, one of the nation’s most prestigious gatherings of high-growth, market-leading companies.
About Entrepreneur Of The Year
Founded in 1986, Entrepreneur Of The Year has celebrated more than 11,000 ambitious visionaries who are leading successful, dynamic businesses in the US, and it has since expanded to nearly 60 countries globally.
The US program consists of 17 regional programs whose panels of independent judges select the regional award winners every June. Those winners compete for national recognition at the Strategic Growth Forum® in November where National finalists and award winners are announced. The overall National winner represents the US at the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ competition. Visit ey.com/us/eoy.
About Ignite Digital Services
Ignite Digital Services deploys data and systems integration solutions to ignite digital transformations for the national security sector. With a focus on purposeful results and innovative technologies, the company offers unparalleled value that supports mission-critical initiatives. Learn more about Ignite Digital Services at ignite-digital.com.
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