EY has named Dr. Tina Chekan, CEO and superintendent of Propel Schools, and Jeremy Resnick, executive director of the Propel Schools Foundation, as a joint finalist for the Entrepreneur of the Year 2017 awards in the Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia region.
The Propel leaders are among three dozen local leaders being recognized for excellence in areas such as innovation, financial performance and personal commitment to their businesses and communities. A panel of independent judges, including entrepreneurs and prominent leaders from business, finance and the local community selected the finalists.
The EY awards program, now in its 31st year, has honored business leaders in over 145 cities and more than 60 countries throughout the world. The program encourages entrepreneurial activity among those with potential and recognizes the contribution of people who inspire others with their vision, leadership and achievement.
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