Entrepreneurs' Organization
The Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) is an international chapter-driven non-profit organization made up of entrepreneurs from around the world.
It was founded in 1987 as YEO (Young Entrepreneurs' Organization) as a way to connect entrepreneurs from around the world,
then incorporated in 1989.
EO's board originally included:
Neil Balter (California Closet Company)
Julie Briace (I Can't Believe It's Yogurt!)
Verne Harnish (First Principles Group)
Kevin Harrington (Home Shopping Network Direct)
Ted Leonsis (Redgate Communications & AOL)
History
1989 - YEO officially incorporated
1990 - 1st chapters launched with help of Young
Presidents' Organization
1996 - 1,000 members & World Entrepreneurs' Organization established
2003 - 5,000 members
2005 - organization rebrands as Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO)
Demographics
6,600+ members worldwide (North America, Latin
America, Europe, Africa, Asia)
108 Chapters in 38 Countries
US$102 Billion - Combined sales of members
800,000 - Combined employees of members
Average Member - 39 years old with sales of US$15.5 Million
Membership Requirements
Be the founder, co-founder, owner or controlling shareholder of a company
Have gross annual revenues in excess of US$1 million
Be under the age of 50 at the time of joining
Mission & Values
- EO’s Strategic Vision—To build the world’s most influential community of entrepreneurs.
- EO’s Strategic Mission—Engage leading entrepreneurs to learn and grow.
Core Values:
- Boldly Go - Bet on your own abilities
- Thirst for Learning - Be a student of opportunity
- Make a Mark - Leave a legacy
- Trust and Respect - Build a safe haven for learning and growth
- Cool - Create, seek out and celebrate once-in-a-lifetime experiences
Strategic Partnerships
EO Has strategic alliances with the following organizations:
- The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation
- Entrepreneurship Week USA
- The Global Student Entrepreneur Awards
- The Edward Lowe Foundation
- Young Presidents' Organization
External links
Accelerator Program: http://accelerator.eonetwork.org
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