This article was co-authored by Micheal McVey and Dustin Williamson.
Members of the vcfo team were honored to attend the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Gulf South Awards, joining a room filled with some of the most forward-looking business leaders in the region. As a Platinum Sponsor of the program, vcfo proudly stood in support of the entrepreneurs redefining standards in their industries and building lasting value across Austin, Houston, San Antonio, and beyond.
The Entrepreneur Of The Year program recognizes bold vision, relentless innovation, and measurable impact. These are qualities we admire deeply, because they’re the same qualities we aim to support in our own work. The finalists and winners of this year’s program represent businesses that are not only successful but are designed to thrive for decades to come.
“Entrepreneurs are the engine of progress,” said Ellen Wood, CEO of vcfo. “This program gives us the chance to celebrate what they’ve already built and support where they’re going next. We’re honored to be part of that.”
Since 1996, vcfo has helped more than 6,000 companies build stronger foundations for growth through fractional finance, HR, and transaction advisory services. Programs like EY’s Entrepreneur Of The Year create a rare moment to pause and recognize how far these leaders have come—and what’s still possible.
We extend our sincere congratulations to all of this year’s winners. Their achievements serve as a powerful reminder: strategic guidance, grounded decision-making, and bold leadership can reshape what’s possible for companies of any size.
To see the full list of 2025 Gulf South Award winners and read their stories, visit EY’s announcement page.
