EY US unveils Austin Kreinz of Atomix Logistics as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Midwest Award finalist

Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates ambitious entrepreneurs who are shaping the future

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MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) announced the finalists for the prestigious Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Midwest Award. Now in its 40th year, the Entrepreneur Of The Year program celebrates the bold leaders who disrupt markets through the world’s most groundbreaking companies, revolutionizing industries and making a profound impact on communities. The program honors bold entrepreneurs whose innovations shape the future and pave the way for a thriving economy and a hopeful tomorrow. The Midwest program celebrates entrepreneurs from Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin.

An independent panel of judges selected Austin Kreinz, CEO of Atomix Logistics, among 29 finalists for his entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth, and lasting impact in building long-term value.

"I'm incredibly honored and grateful to be named a finalist for the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Midwest Award," said Austin Kreinz. "At Atomix Logistics, our focus has always been on creating innovative solutions that truly redefine logistics for modern businesses. This recognition reflects the passion and dedication of our entire team, and we're excited to continue pushing boundaries and shaping the future of the industry."

Atomix Logistics is a leading logistics provider known for its innovative, customer-focused solutions that streamline supply chains, enhance operational efficiency, and drive growth for direct-to-consumer and wholesale brands across North America.

Entrepreneur Of The Year honors business leaders for their ingenuity, courage, and entrepreneurial spirit. The program celebrates original founders who bootstrapped their businesses from inception or who raised outside capital to grow their company; transformational CEOs who infused innovation into existing organizations to catapult their trajectory; and multigenerational family business leaders who reimagined legacy business models to strengthen them for the future.

Regional award winners will be announced on Wednesday, June 11, during a special celebration in Chicago and will become lifetime members of an esteemed community of Entrepreneur Of The Year alumni from around the world. The winners will then be considered by the national judges for the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Awards, which will be presented in November at the annual Strategic Growth Forum®, one of the nation’s most prestigious gatherings of high-growth, market-leading companies.

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Sponsors
Founded and produced by Ernst & Young LLP, the Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards include presenting sponsors PNC Bank, Cresa, LLC, Marsh USA, and SAP. In the Midwest, sponsors also include LaSalle Staffing, Inc., and Becker Professional Education.

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About Entrepreneur Of The Year
Founded in 1986, Entrepreneur Of The Year has celebrated more than 11,000 ambitious visionaries who are leading successful, dynamic businesses in the US, and it has since expanded to nearly 60 countries globally. The US program consists of 17 regional programs whose panels of independent judges select the regional award winners every June. Those winners compete for national recognition at the Strategic Growth Forum® in November, where national finalists and award winners are announced. The overall national winner represents the US at the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ competition. Visit ey.com/us/eoy.

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About EY
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