KBM's CEO, Maureen Gray, was among the finalists announced for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® award in San Diego. The group of outstanding entrepreneurs was selected by an independent judging panel made up of regional business, academic and community leaders. "Entrepreneurship is especially vital as our nation recovers from recession," said Dan Kleeburg, Ernst & Young LLP Entrepreneur Of The Year Program Director for San Diego. "These finalists create jobs in our area, encouraging healthy growth, development and innovation in the local economy."

Ernst & Young's Entrepreneur Of The Year® is the world's most prestigious business award for entrepreneurs. The award makes a difference through the unique 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, Ernst & Young 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 135 cities in 50 countries.