Oxford Center for Entrepreneurs Calls for Award Nominations

May 19, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – The Oxford Center for Entrepreneurs premiere CEO Roundtable Series at the N.Y. TimesCenter will be September 26, 2014 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This one-day event will feature national CEOs discussing what every entrepreneur should know, how to grow their business and how to exit successfully. The Oxford Center will present their prestigious entrepreneurial awards to recipients nominated by peers.

“This one ‘fast-day’ event will involve top CEOs and entrepreneurs engaged in real world discussions and rigorous debate on relevant business agendas,” states Oxford Center for Entrepreneur’s founder and host of the series, Cliff Oxford. “In a business world that is evolving at lightning speed, it’s imperative for those in the entrepreneurial industry to take a moment to acknowledge achievements in our field. By nominating fellow entrepreneurs, you’re personally contributing to the success not only of their future careers, but also investing in innovative thinkers and leaders of future generations.”

The award categories open for nominations are the following:

Lifetime Legacy Entrepreneur – An entrepreneur who has built and successfully exited fast growth companies, continuously demonstrates excellent customer service, exhibits a positive influence and is still actively engaged in the advancement of society.

Fast Growth Entrepreneur – An individual who embodies all the elements of a fast growth company while still upholding high standards and ethics of business relations.

Corporate Leader in Entrepreneur Partnerships – A business that consistently takes active steps and chances to advance and grow entrepreneurial endeavors.

Entrepreneur Blogger – One that captures both the reality and imagination of entrepreneurs and effectively transmits their knowledge for the betterment of the entire industry.

Doctorpreneur – A medical or healthcare leader that shows excellence in entrepreneurship.

Academic Leadership for Entrepreneurs – A professor or individual active in the academic community that teaches a relevant and original agenda for rising entrepreneurs.

MBA Entrepreneur Student – An MBA student demonstrating innovative business ideas and leadership.

The Oxford Center for Entrepreneurs, located in Atlanta, Ga., is dedicated to educating and helping fast growth entrepreneurs take business to the next level. Please visit their website for more information and to fill out the nomination forms at: www.oxford-center.com.  Nominations will be accepted until June 15, 2014.

Tickets for the CEO Roundtable Event in N.Y.C. are on sale at a discounted rate of $395 until June 15, 2014 and are $495 thereafter. Members of the Oxford Center can attend the event for free but must reserve their seat through registration. Visit the website, www.oxford-center.com to purchase tickets and for more information. Seats are limited so reserve your space today.

 

About Cliff Oxford

Cliff Oxford started his career at U.P.S., where he developed a technologically advanced help-desk system that was recognized for saving the company more than $250 million in its first year. In 1995, he left U.P.S. to start STI Knowledge, an information technology company with offices in the United States, Britain, South Africa, India, Hong Kong and the Philippines that made the Inc. 500 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America three years in a row. After selling the company, Mr. Oxford endowed Emory University’s executive M.B.A. program. As the founder of The Oxford Center for Entrepreneurs, Cliff has spent years encouraging economic development by helping business owners survive the pitfalls of fast growth. Additionally, he is an active business blogger for NYTimes.com, the host of Doctorpreneur television program and the founder of The Oxford Entrepreneur MBA at Brenau University.

 

About The Oxford Center for Entrepreneurs

The Oxford Center for Entrepreneurs brings together second stage business owners and high growth entrepreneurs. With over 90% of membership comprised of CEOs and business owners, The Oxford Center offers unparalleled opportunities to build and enhance relationships with successful industry leaders and entrepreneurs. Through educational seminars and CEO roundtable discussions, members experience a forum to hear insightful advice and network with a diverse range of business leaders best suited to further their growth. For more information, please visit the website at www.oxford-center.com.