Ireland represented by Louth man at EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026
Louth’s Edward McCloskey represented Ireland at EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026
Ireland was represented on the global stage last week by Edward McCloskey, Founder and Executive Chairman of WaterWipes and owner of Boyne Valley Group, at EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026.
Mr McCloskey joined an exceptional group of international finalists recognised for their entrepreneurial spirit, purpose‑led leadership, growth and impact.
Edward, who was named EY Entrepreneur Of The YearIreland 2025, competed alongside entrepreneurs from across sectors including technology, healthcare, retail and manufacturing, showcasing the strength and global ambition of Irish business.
Representatives from the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Ireland, said: “While we warmly congratulate this year’s global winners, we are incredibly proud of Edward’s representation of Ireland on this world stage.
“The EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year programme brings together an extraordinary community of entrepreneurs, and Edward stood among the very best globally.
“His journey in building both WaterWipes and Boyne Valley Group reflects the ambition, resilience and innovation that defines Irish entrepreneurship.”
The EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ programme celebrates visionary leaders who are shaping the future with confidence and driving long‑term value in their businesses and communities.
Jitendra Mohan, Sanjay Gajendra and Casey Morrison, co‑founders of Astera Labs in the United States, have been named EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2026 at the awards ceremony held in Monaco.
The trio were selected from nearly 5,000 programme participants, including 58 entrepreneurs from 46 countries and regions, following a four‑day gathering of some of the world’s leading entrepreneurs.