History
In 1987, 22 young entrepreneurs created an organization whose goal would be to provide learning and networking opportunities for its members. The objectives of this new organization, originally known as the Young Entrepreneurs’ Organization (YEO), were to support, educate and encourage young entrepreneurs under the age of 40 to succeed in building companies and themselves. YEO expanded quickly throughout the United States and Canada. Within a few short years, membership grew to include chapters in Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. In 1996, YEO helped create the World Entrepreneurs’ Organization (WEO), which served as an alumni organization for YEO members who, after the age of 40, wanted to continue their involvement in an entrepreneurial membership organization. In 2005, YEO and WEO merged to form the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) as it is known today.
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