The Associates of the Asper School of Business at the University of Manitoba have announced that Dr. Ernest Rady, Winnipeg-born international entrepreneur, business leader, and philanthropist, is the recipient of the 2020 International Distinguished Entrepreneur Award.

Arni Thorsteinson, Chair of the IDEA Committee and President of Shelter Canadian Properties Limited, said: “The Associates, in conjunction with the University of Manitoba is honoured to recognize Ernest Rady for his entrepreneurial achievement and extensive and generous philanthropy in the United States and Canada.”