The award recognises entrepreneurs who demonstrate excellence and extraordinary success in innovation, financial performance and personal commitment to their businesses and communities.

Recognised for his ability to inspire others through his vision, guidance and achievement, Hickey is a dedicated leader who has demonstrated that he can take a struggling business and turn it into a success story and he hires talented and knowledgeable employees who are passionate about the industry, the company and the culture, plus he expects excellence from his team and leads by example.

“This recognition is a testament to the passion, innovation and integrity of the Beyondtrust team members. The individual efforts of many have come together to drive the growth and success of our business,” said Kevin Hickey, CEO of Beyondtrust. “I am honoured to be included among such a talented group of business leaders who share the type of entrepreneurial spirit that we foster at Beyondtrust.”

Now in its 30th year, the prestigious EY Entrepreneur Of The Year awards recognises business leaders in over 145 cities in more than 60 countries throughout the world. As the only truly global award of its kind, Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates those who are building and leading successful, growing and dynamic businesses. Finalists were selected by a panel of independent judges, and award winners will be announced at a special gala on June 23, 2016 at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts.