Eleven Plus Exams CEO finalist in the 2025 Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards

Eleven Plus Exams’ CEO and founder, Ilesh Kotecha, has been named a finalist in the 2025 Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards, shortlisted in the Technology Entrepreneur of the Year category.

The Grammys of Entrepreneurship

The awards have been dubbed “The Grammys of Entrepreneurship” for celebrating the most exceptional and inspiring business stories across the UK. The Great British Entrepreneur Awards shines a light on the hard work of British entrepreneurs and businesses.

This year’s shortlist includes over 800 entrepreneurs from every region of the UK, all recognised for their innovation, impact and resilience.

This year’s finalists:

• Employ over 25,000 people across the UK
• Expect to create more than 9,000 new jobs over the next year
• Generate a combined turnover of £2.25 billion
• Represent an average business age of six years

What it Means to be a Finalist

Ilesh says:

“I’m thrilled to be named a finalist. All modern technology innovations are the result of dedicated teams of IT professionals and project managers converting an initial vision into a reality. These awards are a recognition of their achievements, and their hard work, resilience and dedication in general. The Eleven Plus Exams team spans three continents and has consistently delivered time and time again to ensure we have a lasting and positive impact on the trajectory of each of our students’ educations. My team allows Eleven Plus Exams to be more than just a business; we share our passion and care with every child who uses our technology to achieve their educational dreams.”

Celebrating Success

This recognition follows Ilesh’s recent win as one of Excellence Magazine’s CEOs of the Year, and Ilesh’s shortlisting as one of BESA’s Inspirational Leaders of the Year 2025.

We’re incredibly proud to see Ilesh’s successes celebrated. This nomination is another well-deserved recognition of the passion, care and vision he brings to everything we do.

We are especially proud that Ilesh is recognised in the Technology Entrepreneur category. Eleven Plus Exams began as a humble online forum, created by Ilesh to help his son with preparation for his own 11+ exam. These days, we’re at the forefront of EdTech innovation, and we continue to develop and grow.

Our success wouldn’t be possible without the continued trust and support of our students, customers and partners – thank you.

Looking Ahead

Winners will be announced at a prestigious awards ceremony on Monday, November 17th 2025, held at London’s Grosvenor House, where over 1,500 entrepreneurs, investors and business leaders will come together to celebrate entrepreneurial success.

To learn more about the Great British Entrepreneur Awards, visit www.greatbritishentrepreneurawards.com.