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Apprentify Group CEO named regional finalist in EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 Awards

Jonathan Fitchew, a business leader in the North West, has been named a regional finalist in the EY Entrepreneur of the Year™ 2025 UK awards.

This recognition celebrates Jonathan’s outstanding leadership and long-standing commitment to driving growth and community impact in the North of England and beyond.

With more than two decades of experience as a successful entrepreneur, Jonathan (pictured) has played a key role in shaping the region’s tech and education sectors.

He previously founded Pareto Law, a leading sales training and recruitment company, and later went on to his current role as CEO at Apprentify Group.

The Group, which consists of Apprentify, Netcom Training, The Juice Academy, Flourish, and Ioda, delivers employer-focused training solutions to help businesses and individuals thrive through skills development and career transformation.

Jonathan said: “Being selected as a regional finalist for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards is a great honour. Having spent my entire career building businesses from the ground up, I am proud to see the region thrive and to contribute to its growth through career opportunities for the next generation.”

The EY Entrepreneur of the Year programme recognises visionary leaders who are building and sustaining successful, dynamic companies. Regional finalists are chosen for their purpose-driven leadership, resilience and ability to deliver long-term value.

Winners from the UK’s regional categories will be announced later this year, with those selected advancing to the national final and potentially representing the UK at the global awards.

Helen Greaney
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