future 5 social entrepreneur 2013

<p>The Future 5 were selected from the Future 50 award winners and are those exceptional entrepreneurs who Ernst &amp; Young judge to be leading the way in their chosen fields, using an innovative approach and demonstrating significant impact.</p> <p>The Future Awards puts the spotlight on young entrepreneurs aged 20-35 who are demonstrating entrepreneurial flair and innovation in running a responsible business venture; one which demonstrates a balance between economic, environmental and social goals to achieve ultimate business success.</p> <p>Sameer was awarded the Trailblazer award for leading the way for the legal profession –  Sameer’s focus is on innovating and transforming methods of delivery and service. He has demonstrated the ability to take traditional concepts to new levels through innovation, bold concepts and a unique business model highly attractive to clients<b><i>.</i></b></p> <p>The Future Award Winners are invited to join the Ernst &amp; Young Accelerate network giving them access to skilled business support through a series of networking and learning events. Future 5 award winners will also each be matched with an experienced Accelerate business mentor.</p> <p>On his win Sameer Karim of Douglas Wemyss Solicitors states that he aims to:</p> <p>Chief Executive of Striding Out and organiser of the Future Awards and the Future 100  programme, Elaine Owen FRSA said<i>:</i></p> <p><b><i>Challenging economic times can offer opportunities to question the way we operate as both a business community and a society. The Ernst &amp; Young ‘Future 5’ young social entrepreneurs really are leading the way and are changing the face of everyday business and improve commerce’s impact on the wider world.” </i></b></p> <p>The Ernst &amp; Young Future 5 Social Entrepreneur Awards encourage and reward extraordinary vision, ethical business practice and social responsibility.</p> <p> </p> <p>NOTES</p> <p>The Ernst &amp; Young Future 5 Social Entrepreneur award winners are drawn from the winners of the Future 50 Awards which are part of the Future 100 programme organized by Striding Out CIC  <a href="http://www.stridingout.co.uk/">www.stridingout.co.uk</a>, a national social enterprise  which is committed to supporting the development and growth of young and ethical entrepreneurs.</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">                                                                                                                                                                                                </span></p> <p>For Further Information</p> <p>An Awards reception took place on 23/05/13 at the Ernst &amp; Young, 1 More Place Offices in London. The press were invited to register to attend to interview winners.</p> <p>Future 5 – <a href="http://www.future5.org.uk/"><b><i>www.future5.org.uk</i></b></a> – A full list of award winners will be found on the website</p> <p> </p>