EY ANNOUNCES OPTOMI’S CO-FOUNDER/COO TODD BLACK IS A FINALIST FOR THE EY ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR® 2015 AWARD IN THE MIDWEST

June 18, 2015

EY (a trusted global leader in business) announced that TODD BLACK is a Finalist for the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2015 Award in the Midwest. The awards program recognizes entrepreneurs who demonstrate excellence and extraordinary success in such areas as innovation, financial performance and personal commitment to their businesses and communities. TODD BLACK was selected after a nomination and rigorous interview process by a panel of independent judges.

“This recognition is a tribute to the entire Optomi family and its leadership team for their passionate pursuit of building a revolutionary company in the IT staffing space”, commented Todd Black, COO Optomi.

About EY Entrepreneur Of The Year®

EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® is the world’s most prestigious business award for entrepreneurs. The unique award makes a difference through the way it encourages entrepreneurial activity among those with potential and recognizes the contribution of people who inspire others with their vision, leadership and achievement. As the first and only truly global award of its kind, Entrepreneur Of The Year® celebrates those who are building and leading successful, growing and dynamic businesses, recognizing them through regional, national and global awards programs in more than 145 cities in more than 60 countries.

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