Marsha Firestone Recognized For Dedication To Women’s Entrepreneurship

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Founder Of Women Presidents’ Organization Named Ernst & Young Supporter of Entrepreneurship Finalist
Marsha Firestone Recognized For Dedication To Women’s Entrepreneurship

NEW YORK – Marsha Firestone, Ph.D., president of the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO), was recognized as a national finalist for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2006 awards in the Supporter of Entrepreneurship category. Firestone was among three finalists selected from approximately 300 regional award winners by an independent panel of judges. She was cited for her work as president and founder of the WPO, which connects top women entrepreneurs at the million and multimillion-dollar level ($2 million in gross annual sales or $1 million for service-based business) for greater personal and professional success. Awards were presented in 10 other categories at a gala in Palm Springs, Calif. on Nov. 18. The Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, now in its 20th year, recognizes the significant contributions of business leaders and founders who build and sustain growing, dynamic businesses

News Facts:

· Marsha Firestone, Ph.D., president of the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO), was recognized as a national finalist for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2006 awards.
· Firestone was recognized as a influential Supporter of Entrepreneurship.
· She was among three finalists selected from approximately 300 regional award winners by an independent panel of judges.
· Firestone is president and founder of the WPO, which connects top women entrepreneurs at the million and multimillion-dollar level ($2 million in gross annual sales or $1 million for service-based business) for greater personal and professional success.
· The Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, now in its 20th year, recognizes the significant contributions of business leaders and founders who build and sustain growing, dynamic businesses

Quotes:
“I was honored to be named a finalist for this prominent award,” said Firestone. “I have devoted most of my adult life to assist women entrepreneurs, and I appreciate this recognition of my efforts on behalf of myself and all members of the Women Presidents’ Organization.”

About Marsha Firestone, Ph.D.:
Dr. Marsha Firestone, an award-winning speaker, author and educator, is the founder and president of the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) for women who lead multi-million dollar businesses. As WPO president, Dr. Firestone oversees the strategic operations of 60 chapters focusing on organizational growth and empowering members to achieve increased business and financial success. The author of a regular column in Enterprising Women, Dr. Firestone serves on a number of boards and advisory councils, including: the Board of Advisors of the Women’s Leadership Initiative at Harvard’s Kennedy School, the Board of the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, the Merrill Lynch Diversity Advisory Council, the American Express Open Network Advisory Council, the International Women’s Forum and New York Women’s Agenda. Dr. Firestone was Executive Director of The Women’s Economic Summit, where her work resulted in a master plan for accelerating the growth of women’s business that was presented to Congress and the public.

About Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO):
The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) locally and internationally connects top women entrepreneurs at the million and multimillion-dollar level ($2 million in gross annual sales or $1 million for service-based business) for greater personal and professional success. In monthly meetings across the US and Canada, chapters composed of 20 accomplished women presidents from diverse industries and backgrounds invest time and energy in themselves and their businesses to drive their corporations to the next level. For more information, call 212-688-4114 or visit http://www.womenpresidentsorg.com.

Keywords:
Women Presidents’ Organizations WPO
Entrepreneurs Marsha Firestone
Supporter of Entrepreneurship Ernst & Young

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