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Ernst & Young (EY) today announced that Jay Ruparel of Azure Knowledge Corporation is a finalist for the Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2017 Award in the New Jersey Region. The awards program, which is celebrating its 31st year, recognizes entrepreneurs who are excelling in areas such as innovation, financial performance and personal commitment to their businesses and communities. Jay was selected as a finalist by a panel of independent judges. Award winners will be announced at a special gala event on June 29, 2017 at the Hyatt Regency in New Brunswick.

Jay reacted, “ I am honored to be selected as a finalist. My choice as a finalist is a reflection of the values and support that I have constantly received from my family, friends and mentors and the best-in-class team that I am fortunate to have been working with over the years at Azure”

Now in its 31st year, the program has expanded to recognize business leaders in over 145 cities and more than 60 countries throughout the world

Regional award winners are eligible for consideration for the Entrepreneur Of The Year National competition. Award winners in several national categories, as well as the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner, will be announced at the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Awards gala in Palm Springs, California, on November 18, 2017. The awards are the culminating event of the Strategic Growth Forum™, the nation’s most prestigious gathering of high-growth, market-leading companies.

About Azure Knowledge Corporation

Azure Knowledge Corporation (azureknowledge.com), headquartered in Piscataway, NJ, is a leading provider of Global Market Research Solutions specializing in helping clients collect, organize, harness, and manage internal and external data as well as Digital Transformation Solutions allowing organizations to embrace the power of panoramic digital walkthroughs, virtual reality and augmented reality solutions and mobility platforms to improve their customer experiences and improve efficiencies.

Azure offers a full range of market research, data collection, and data analytics services. Azure’s experienced project teams utilize a variety of data collection methods covering B2B/B2C audiences across industries. Azure has 5 Delivery centers across 3 countries including USA and conducts research in 100+ countries and 35+ languages.

Azure’s Digital Platforms include DigiWalks™ that allows creation of 360-degree walkthroughs and virtual reality immersive experiences for clients in real estate, hospitality, retail and education sectors and Galio™ that allows seamless tracking and monitoring of employees on field across locations with capabilities for Geo-tagging, Geo-fencing and quality audits of work done.

Azure is ISO 20252, ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 certified and is a recipient of several international accolades and awards by industry associations and clients.

About Entrepreneur Of The Year®

Entrepreneur Of The Year®, founded by EY, is the world’s most prestigious business awards program for entrepreneurs, chosen from an independent panel of judges including entrepreneurs and prominent leaders from business, finance, and the local community. The program makes a difference through the way it encourages entrepreneurial activity among those with potential and recognizes the contribution of people who inspire others with their vision, leadership and achievement. As the first and only truly global awards program of its kind, Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates those who are building and leading successful, growing and dynamic businesses, recognizing them through regional, national and global awards programs in over 145 cities and more than 60 countries. ey.com/eoy

About EY

EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

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This news release has been issued by Ernst & Young LLP, a member of the global EY organization that provides services to clients in the US.

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