Celebrating Innovation in Leadership
On June 24, 2025, EY US named Mike Lahiff, CEO of ZeroEyes, as the winner of the highly regarded Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Greater Philadelphia award. This prestigious recognition underscores Lahiff's remarkable achievements in spearheading innovation in security solutions, particularly through the groundbreaking AI technology provided by ZeroEyes.
About the Award
The Entrepreneur Of The Year award has been a staple for over 40 years, celebrating ambitious leaders who are reshaping industries, enhancing community welfare, and creating substantial long-term value. The award process involves a thorough evaluation by an independent panel, which includes past winners, leading CEOs, and other notable business figures who scrutinize nominees based on their potential for long-term value creation, entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to a greater purpose, and demonstrable growth.
Lahiff expressed profound gratitude for the recognition, stating that the award reflects the mission of ZeroEyes: to save lives through immediate and intelligent action during critical situations. "This award isn’t merely a nod to entrepreneurship; it captures the essence of impact," he emphasized. Under his leadership, ZeroEyes has implemented its advanced AI gun detection technology across thousands of buildings and institutions nationwide.
The Innovation of ZeroEyes
ZeroEyes is at the forefront of integrating AI into public safety protocols. Their technology leverages existing digital security cameras to create a proactive gun detection system. In the event of a weapon being detected, the system transmits images to the ZeroEyes Operations Center (ZOC)—the only fully in-house, U.S.-based operation center, which operates around the clock. The ZOC is staffed by military veterans and law enforcement professionals specially trained to assess threats. If a valid threat is confirmed, alerts are dispatched that include a visual description of the gun and the shooter’s last known location within a mere 3 to 5 seconds from detection.
This efficiency plays a critical role in ensuring timely responses from local law enforcement and on-site personnel, ultimately aiming to save lives and mitigate harm during incidents involving firearms.
Future Outlook
Following this recognition, Lahiff is now in contention for the national title at the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 National Awards, with winners set to be announced in November at the Strategic Growth Forum®. This event is one of the premier gatherings honoring high-growth companies across the nation. Notably, the national overall winner will have the opportunity to represent the United States at the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ event slated for June 2026.
The Entrepreneur Of The Year framework has revered distinguished business leaders throughout its history, including high-profile innovators such as Howard Schultz of Starbucks and Eric Yuan of Zoom, showcasing the diverse pathways to impactful leadership in various sectors.
Support and Sponsorship
The awards program is powered by EY and supported by sponsors such as PNC Bank, Marsh USA, and SAP, alongside regional sponsors in Greater Philadelphia like Donnelley Financial Solutions and ADP. This extensive support highlights the significance of entrepreneurial achievements and their contributions to economic growth and societal well-being.
About EY
EY has been committed to fostering a better working world by innovating in value creation for clients and society alike. Their teams leverage data and cutting-edge technology to address contemporary challenges while building trust in capital markets.
As they continue to evolve, EY aims to create an environment that nurtures ambitious entrepreneurs worldwide.
About ZeroEyes
Founded by Navy SEALs and expert technologists, ZeroEyes stands as a leader in AI-driven gun detection solutions. Their software not only integrates seamlessly into existing security systems but also equips organizations with crucial intelligence in urgent situations, contributing to safer environments in schools, businesses, and public facilities across America.
For further information about ZeroEyes and its innovative solutions, visit
ZeroEyes.com.