Recognized Among Canada's Top Entrepreneurs: Gilbert and Patrick Named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2021 Pacific Finalists

We're thrilled to announce that Somatic founders Gilbert Ghezesan and Patrick Wu have been named finalists in the prestigious EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2021 Pacific Program - one of the world's most respected business awards for unstoppable entrepreneurs.

A Global Stage for Entrepreneurial Excellence

The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year program celebrates visionary leaders who deliver innovation, growth, and prosperity that transform our world. This global awards program spans more than 145 cities across over 60 countries, making it the first and only program of its kind worldwide.

"Despite the ongoing shutdowns across BC causing knock-on disruption to operations and supply chains, these companies have managed to push challenges to the sideline and respond with resilience and agility," said Lui Petrollini, EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Pacific Program Director.

The Journey Ahead

As Pacific finalists, Gilbert and Patrick joined an elite group of 22 businesses recognized for transforming industries through innovation and growth. Regional winners advance to compete nationally in November 2021, with the Canadian winner moving on to compete for the ultimate recognition: EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year.

What This Recognition Means

This recognition validates Gilbert and Patrick's leadership since founding Somatic in 2010. The selection criteria evaluate entrepreneurs on entrepreneurial leadership, talent management, financial performance, societal impact, and innovation - areas where Gilbert and Patrick have consistently excelled.

Their approach of combining technical excellence with smart business thinking and genuine community commitment perfectly captures what the program seeks: entrepreneurs "developing solutions to shape our future in the Pacific and around the world."

Building on Strong Foundations

This recognition comes at a pivotal time in Somatic's evolution. As outlined in our Company Blueprint, we're built on three core pillars: Craft. Business. Culture. The EY recognition validates our approach of delivering technical excellence while building meaningful relationships with our team, clients, and community.

Joining an Elite Community

Beyond the recognition, finalist status provides Gilbert and Patrick with lifetime access to an influential network of entrepreneurs and business leaders worldwide - resources that will benefit Somatic as we continue expanding our services and geographic reach.

Looking Forward

While we're incredibly proud of this recognition, it's one milestone in our larger journey. Gilbert and Patrick's entrepreneurial vision continues driving Somatic forward as we expand into building automation services, pursue new markets, and strengthen our position as a commercial MEP leader.

The qualities that earned them finalist recognition - innovation, resilience, and commitment to creating value for all stakeholders - remain at the heart of everything we do.

Congratulations, Gilbert and Patrick, on this well-deserved recognition!

Want to learn more about the leadership and values that earned this recognition? Explore our story and discover how the Somatic experience delivers reliable workmanship and commercial peace of mind.

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