EY: EY US unveils Curtis Edenfield of Thrive Aviation as an Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Pacific Southwest Award finalist

Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates ambitious entrepreneurs who are shaping the future LAS VEGAS , April 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) announced the finalists for the prestigious Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Pacific Southwest Award. Now in its 40th year, the Entrepreneur Of The Year program celebrates the bold leaders who disrupt markets through the world's most ground-breaking 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. An independent panel of judges selected Curtis Edenfield for their entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth and lasting impact in building long-term value. "Being named a finalist for Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 Pacific Southwest Region is an incredible honor," said Curtis Edenfield , CEO and co-founder of Thrive Aviation. "This recognition is a testament to the relentless dedication of our team, the loyalty of our clients, and our mission to redefine private aviation. We set out to build one of the most trusted on-demand private jet companies in the U.S., and this milestone affirms how far we've come - and how much further we intend to go." Founded in 2018, Thrive Aviation is a leading private aviation company specializing in on-demand charter, aircraft management and jet card memberships. Thrive operates a rapidly growing fleet of light, super-midsize, large cabin, and ultra-long-range aircraft. Thrive is a three-time Inc. 5000 honoree, recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States . Known for its commitment to safety, service, and innovation, Thrive Aviation delivers elevated, tailored travel experiences for clients across the U.S. and around the globe. Entrepreneur Of The Year honors business leaders for their ingenuity, courage and entrepreneurial spirit. The program celebrates original founders who bootstrapped their business from inception or who raised outside capital to grow their company; transformational CEOs who infused innovation into an existing organization to catapult its trajectory; and multigenerational family business leaders who reimagined a legacy business model to strengthen it for the future. Regional award winners will be announced on June 6th during a special celebration in San Diego 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. Sponsors Founded and produced by Ernst & Young LLP, the Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards include presenting sponsors PNC Bank, Cresa, LLC, Marsh McLennan Agency and SAP. In the Pacific Southwest, sponsors also include Platinum sponsor: Vaco; Gold sponsors: Cooley ( San Diego market) and Stradling ( Orange County market) and Silver sponsors: ADP and Big Picture. 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 . About EY EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. All in to shape the future with confidence. EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available via ey.com/privacy. EY member firms do not practice law where prohibited by local laws. For more information about our organization, please visit ey.com. Contact: Thrive Aviation Phone: 702.736.0077 Email: hello@flythrive.com Website: flythrive.com About Thrive Aviation Thrive Aviation is a U.S. owned and globally operated curator of private aviation services, recognized as one of the Nation's Top 10 charter operators. Thrive's innovative aircraft and fleet management strategy has fueled its ability to provide bespoke asset management, superior service, and elevated flight experiences for its guests and partners around the world. With corporate headquarters in Henderson, Nevada's exclusive Green Valley Corporate Center, the operator serves the North American and global markets from its operational base in Las Vegas, NV. Thrive Aviation's owned/operated and managed fleets of light, super-mid, large cabin, and ultra-long-range aircraft have steadily emerged as some of the industry's most coveted aircraft. SOURCE Thrive Aviation Market News and Data brought to you by Benzinga APIs