Contest Shines National Spotlight On Small Business Owners

SAN DIEGO, April 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Small business owners wear many hats, and those looking to gain priceless company exposure should consider throwing one into the ring for a chance at being recognized as Entrepreneur magazine's Entrepreneur of 2013.  Presented by The UPS Store, the contest recognizes entrepreneurs who are revolutionizing their industries, inspiring their employees and making a difference in their communities.

Past winners of the annual contest include Limor Fried of Adafruit Industries (2012), Jason Lucash of OrigAudio (2012), and Daniel Lubetzky, founder of KIND Healthy Snacks (2010).

"Being recognized as the Entrepreneur of 2012 kicked off a series of amazing milestones for our company," said Limor Fried of Adafruit Industries. "We had our best month ever in terms of revenue, the most number of orders and we hired more team members. But most importantly, it put our industry as a whole into the spotlight, and that was beneficial for other companies as well."

Winning entrepreneurs will be chosen in three categories:  

• Entrepreneur of 2013 - open to established business owners with no more than 130 employees and gross sales revenue of at least $3 million in 2012
• Emerging Entrepreneur – open to established business owners with no more than 12 employees, and at least $350,000 in gross sales revenue in 2012
• College Entrepreneur - for undergraduate or graduate students with promising business plans, between the ages of 18 and 25 during the time of submission 

Among other prizes, winners will be profiled in the January 2014 issue of Entrepreneur magazine and will receive $500 in business services from The UPS Store. In addition, the College of Entrepreneur of 2013 will win $5,000 in business startup capital.   

"The contest's call for entries is hands down one of the most exciting times of the year for us. We get to see applicants from across the country come forward, showcase what they've built and give us a taste of what's next for them," says Amy Cosper, vice president and editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur magazine. "Their stories highlight the great accomplishments being made in small business and give us insight into the possibilities to come."

"The UPS Store is passionate about supporting small businesses owners," said Michelle Van Slyke, vice president of marketing and small business solutions at The UPS Store. We are excited to shine the spotlight on small business owners who deserve to be recognized for their hard work, dedication and remarkable success."

For more information, detailed rules and to submit an entry for Entrepreneur of 2013 or Emerging Entrepreneur of 2013, please visit entrepreneur.com/e2013. College students can enter their business plans for a chance to win at entrepreneur.com/e2013college. Entries are being accepted until June 17, 2013.

About Entrepreneur Media Inc.

Entrepreneur Media Inc. is the premier content provider for and about entrepreneurs. Our products engage and inspire every day with the advice, solutions and resources that fuel the bold and independent way entrepreneurs think.

After 36 years, nobody reaches more growing businesses. As the original magazine for the small and midsize business community, Entrepreneur continues to be the definitive guide to all the diverse challenges of business ownership. Entrepreneur.com is the most widely used website by entrepreneurs and emerging businesses worldwide. Entrepreneur Press publishes the books that turn entrepreneurial skills into business success.

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About The UPS Store

With more than 4,300 locations, The UPS Store network comprises the world's largest franchise system of retail shipping, postal, print and business service centers throughout the United States. The UPS Store locations are independently owned and operated by licensed franchisees of The UPS Store, Inc., a subsidiary of UPS. For additional information on The UPS Store, including information on franchise opportunities for opening a The UPS Store location, visit www.theupsstore.com.

Follow The UPS Store on Twitter at @TheUPSStore and like The UPS Store on Facebook at facebook.com/theupsstore. 

SOURCE Entrepreneur Media Inc.

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