Gloria Bohan, founder and CEO of Omega World Travel, has been selected as a finalist for the Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Mid-Atlantic Award. The recognition celebrates her remarkable leadership and transformative impact on the travel management industry.
As one of 36 finalists chosen from Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC, Bohan's entrepreneurial journey represents a testament to innovation and strategic growth. Her company, Omega World Travel, has evolved from a single-person operation to a comprehensive global travel management enterprise serving corporations, nonprofits, government agencies, and educational institutions.
Omega World Travel distinguishes itself through diverse service offerings, including business travel arrangements, meeting and conference management, group air coordination, and 24/7 travel support. The company's technological arm, Cruise.com and Travtech, further demonstrates Bohan's commitment to leveraging digital platforms to enhance travel experiences.
The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year program, now in its 40th year, recognizes business leaders who demonstrate exceptional innovation, courage, and entrepreneurial spirit. An independent judging panel evaluated candidates based on their purpose, growth strategies, and long-term value creation.
Regional award winners will be announced on June 18 in Washington, DC, with successful candidates becoming part of an exclusive alumni network. National award recipients will be determined in November during the Strategic Growth Forum, a prestigious gathering of market-leading companies.
Bohan's nomination underscores the significance of women-owned businesses in driving economic innovation. As the leader of the largest woman-owned travel management company in the United States, her achievements highlight the critical role of diverse leadership in transforming traditional industries.
This recognition not only celebrates Bohan's individual achievements but also represents broader trends in entrepreneurship, technological adaptation, and strategic business development within the travel management sector.
