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Jordan Mitchell Named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 East Central Finalist

Written by Courtney | June 3, 2026

Big news for the ENCON family!

We're proud to share that Jordan Mitchell, President and Co-Owner of ENCON Equipment, has been named a finalist for the prestigious Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 East Central Award by EY US.

Now in its 41st year, the Entrepreneur Of The Year program is one of the nation's most respected business awards, recognizing leaders whose vision, innovation, and determination create lasting impact in their industries and communities. Jordan was selected by an independent panel of judges among 32 finalists representing 28 companies across Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.

While the recognition bears Jordan's name, he is quick to point out that it reflects the collective effort of the entire ENCON team.

"This recognition is truly an honor, but it's really a reflection of the people behind ENCON," said Mitchell. "Our success has always been driven by a team that cares deeply about our customers and our mission of helping keep people safe."

Over the past three years, ENCON has experienced remarkable growth, expanding more than 500% while opening three locations and earning recognition as the American Rental Association's #1 Market Mover for two consecutive years. Along the way, the company has continued investing in its people, technology, AI, robotics, and operational excellence to better serve customers across the region.

What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that ENCON's growth has never come at the expense of its mission. Every decision, investment, and expansion has been guided by a simple goal: helping customers keep their people safe and their operations running efficiently.

From contractors and industrial facilities to municipalities and infrastructure projects, ENCON has built a reputation for responsive service, dependable equipment, and a customer-first mindset that continues to drive the company forward.

This latest honor adds to a growing list of accolades for both Jordan and ENCON, including recognition from Louisville Business First's Fast 50, Rental Equipment Register's ranking of North America's largest rental companies, and Rental Management magazine's "12 to Watch Under 40."

Regional winners will be announced on June 25 during a special celebration in Pittsburgh. Those winners will then advance to national consideration at the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Awards later this year.

Regardless of the outcome, being named a finalist is a tremendous achievement and a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and passion of the entire ENCON team.

Congratulations, Jordan! Thank you to our employees, customers, and partners who continue to make achievements like this possible.