Emory Entrepreneur Awards
The Emory Entrepreneur Awards recognize alumni whose vision, leadership, and ingenuity are shaping industries and advancing meaningful change. Rooted in Emory’s tradition of academic excellence and societal impact, this program honors individuals who translate ideas into enduring contributions across the global landscape.
These distinguished entrepreneurs reflect the breadth of Emory’s influence—spanning emerging ventures and established enterprises alike—while exemplifying a commitment to innovation, integrity, and purpose-driven work.
We invite you to explore the honorees featured below and learn more about the achievements that define Emory’s entrepreneurial legacy.
Nominations for the 2027 Emory Entrepreneur Awards will open in Fall 2026. Additional details will be shared soon.
Margaret Riley Schweizer 14L
Social Enterprise
Founding Attorney
Schweizer Legal Solutions
Wondering about past honorees?
Brandon Ward 10MBA
Business to Business
Founder and CEO
Palladin Technologies, LLC
Rahul Gandhi 22MBA
Venture Capitalist
Managing Partner, Quantum Capital
Owner, RedGram Wealth Management
Christian Michael Gibbs “CMG” 96C
Business to Consumer
Founder and President
Unified Strategic Resources, LLC
Matthew Dollacker 01C
Healthcare
Founder and Executive Chairman
InductiveHealth Informatics
Karim Shariff 00B
Real Estate
Founder and Managing Partner
PacificPoint Realty, LLC
Charlie Goetz 78C
Entrepreneur Advisor
Associate Professor, Goizueta Business School
Michael Ulin 11C
Technology
Co-Founder and CTO, Paxton AI
Co-Founder and VP of AI, ZestyAI
Ben Arnon 98C
Media and Entertainment Awardee
Co-Founder and Co-Chief Executive Officer, Curio Digital
Sanjana Chhantyal 20B
Venture Capitalist Awardee
Relationship Manager, Avasar Equity Limited
David Dvorkin 07C
Entrepreneur Advisor Awardee
Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Hire Cause
Finn Findley 92C
Business to Business Awardee
Chief Executive Officer, Quest Renewables
Boykin Robinson 00MR
Healthcare Awardee
Chief Executive Officer, Core Clinical Partners
Andrew Rodbell 04B
Food and Beverage Awardee
Co-Founder, Post Meridiem Spirit Company
Ericka Sinclair 05PH
Business to Consumer Awardee
Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Health Connections, Inc.
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