Brenda Chamulak Wins EY Entrepreneur Of The Year^® 2025 for Advancing Materials Science Innovation

Celebrating visionary leadership in sustainable innovation and manufacturing growth

Wayne, PA – TekniPlex, a global leader in materials science innovation and sustainable materials solutions, proudly announces that Brenda Chamulak, President and CEO, has been named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Greater Philadelphia Award winner by Ernst & Young LLP (EY US). The Entrepreneur Of The Year program honors outstanding leaders of high-growth companies who are creating long-term value through vision, purpose, and innovation.

Founded in 1986, Entrepreneur Of The Year has recognized more than 11,000 ambitious leaders across nearly 60 countries. This prestigious award highlights unstoppable entrepreneurs who are shaping the future through bold decisions and impactful leadership.

Chamulak was selected by an independent panel of judges including past winners, top CEOs, and industry experts. Evaluation criteria included long-term value creation, entrepreneurial spirit, purpose-driven leadership, and measurable growth and impact. “It’s an honor to receive this recognition from EY,” said Chamulak. “This award is a reflection of the incredible work our teams are doing around the world—collaborating, innovating, and pushing boundaries to serve our customers and communities. I’m proud to share this recognition with the entire TekniPlex team.”

Under Brenda’s leadership, TekniPlex has accelerated its transformation into a global leader in materials science innovation, advancing sustainable solutions for healthcare and consumer products applications. The company has invested significantly in advanced manufacturing across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, fueling its growth in critical healthcare and consumer markets. With a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability, Brenda has positioned TekniPlex as a pioneer in manufacturing solutions that improve everyday life.

As a Greater Philadelphia winner, Brenda advances to the national Entrepreneur Of The Year® competition. National finalists and winners will be recognized at the Strategic Growth Forum®, taking place November 12–15, 2025, in Palm Springs, CA. The National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Award in June 2026.

The Entrepreneur Of The Year program has honored influential leaders such as:

• Howard Shultz of Starbucks
• Reed Hoffman and Jeff Weiner of LinkedIn
• James Park of Fitbit
• Arthur Blank of The Home Depot
• Eric Yuan of Zoom

Sponsors

Founded and produced by Ernst & Young LLP, the Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards include presenting sponsors PNC Bank, Cresa LLC, Marsh USA, and SAP. In Greater Philadelphia, sponsors also include Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN), ADP, SolomonEdwards Group, and DLA Piper.

About TekniPlex

TekniPlex is a globally integrated company that provides innovative solutions through materials science and advanced manufacturing technologies. A global leader in the healthcare and consumer products markets, TekniPlex delivers medical device components and sustainable materials science solutions that support a healthier, more sustainable world. Its solutions are used by some of the most recognized names in healthcare, pharmaceutical, personal care, household, and food & beverage sectors.

Headquartered in Wayne, PA, TekniPlex employs 9,000 team members across operations in Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, Northern Ireland, Slovakia, and the United States.

About EY

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