Crimson Education co-founder Jamie Beaton wins EY Entrepreneur of the Year

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Crimson Education co-founder Jamie Beaton has been named EY Entrepreneur of the Year New Zealand for 2026, three years after winning the programme’s Young Entrepreneur award.

Jamie Beaton will represent New Zealand at the EY World Entrepreneur of the Year awards in Monaco next year. Photo / Crimson Education

Crimson Education co-founder Jamie Beaton has been named EY Entrepreneur of the Year New Zealand for 2026, three years after winning the programme’s Young Entrepreneur award.

Beaton, who also won the Technology and Emerging Industries category, was chosen ahead of Echo Tech’s Patrick Moynahan, winner of Young Entrepreneur; Calocurb’s Sarah Kennedy, Product Entrepreneur; Bargain Chemist’s Peter Shenoda, Services Entrepreneur; and McKay’s Lindsay Faithfull, Master Entrepreneur.

The award comes during a period of rapid expansion for Beaton’s education group.

Crimson claimed “unicorn” status in 2022 after being valued at more than $1 billion and has since expanded beyond university admissions into schools, tutoring and education technology.

Its biggest recent move was its $49 million takeover of ASX-listed Kip McGrath Education Centres.

EY’s judging panel comprised Auror co-founder and chief executive Phil Thomson, Sharesies co-founder Brooke Roberts, Shuttlerock founder Jonny Hendriksen, VeVe co-founder David Yu and Ethique founder Brianne West.

“Jamie has taken a bold vision for education from New Zealand to some of the world’s largest markets, achieving significant growth while staying true to his belief that everyone deserves access to the best possible education, regardless of where they live.

“What’s remarkable is that, despite the scale of his success, Jamie remains deeply connected to his people and his purpose, continuing to personally mentor students.”

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