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July 23rd,
2008, Quebec, Canada – Etienne
Veilleux, President and CEO of Distech Controls, has been selected as a
finalist for the prestigious Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Awards.
The
Entrepreneur Of the Year Awards, the world’s most prestigious prize for
business achievement, honors the spirit and contribution of entrepreneurs
here and around the world, recognizing those individuals who excel at
growing and sustaining market-leading businesses.
Today’s
entrepreneurs continue to fill a critical role in the success of the
Canadian economy, said Ernst & Young today while unveiling this year’s
finalists for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards.
“Entrepreneurs recognize opportunities others don’t and are passionate
about business,” said François Dufresne, Director of the Entrepreneur Of
The Year Awards program for Québec and an Ernst & Young partner in
Montréal. “We truly admire their inspiring ambition and unconventional
vision. Their burning hunger for success drives business growth in Québec
and all of Canada.”
The Québec
winners will be announced at a banquet on October 23, 2008, the winner
will represent the region at the national banquet in November, and the
overall winner will go on to the international
award.
About Ernst
& Young
Ernst &
Young is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory
services. Worldwide, our 130,000 people are united by our shared values
and an unwavering commitment to quality. We make a difference by helping
our people, our clients and our wider communities achieve potential. For
more info, visit www.ey.com/ca.
About Distech
Controls, Inc
Distech
Controls designs, manufactures and markets leading-edge building
automation system solutions for HVAC, lighting and custom applications,
promoting energy and cost efficient operation of buildings, while
maintaining optimum comfort. Established in 1995, Distech Controls is
headquartered in Quebec, Canada, with offices in Canada, the USA, Europe,
Asia and the Middle-East.
Innovative Solutions for Greener Buildings:
www.distech-controls.com
For Distech
Controls
Caroline
Cadieux
Marketing Manager
ccadieux@distech-controls.com
www.distech-controls.com |
