DR. LARRY JONES-ESAN, PhD — NOMINATED FOR THE CLEVENARD MEDIA AWARD 2025

DR. LARRY JONES-ESAN, PhD — NOMINATED FOR THE CLEVENARD MEDIA AWARD 2025
  • Category: Global Impact Recognition Award for Transformative Leadership in Higher Education and Knowledge Management
  • Event venue : Calle Manacor, núm. 156 de Palma 07007 Illes Balears, Spain

Palma de Mallorca — For the first time, the vibrant Mediterranean city of Palma de Mallorca will host the Clevenard Media Award 2025, a global event recognizing excellence in entertainment, entrepreneurship, fashion, innovation, leadership, and community empowerment.

This landmark celebration brings together visionary entrepreneurs, creatives, government leaders, NGOs, and changemakers from around the world, honoring those who drive transformation through bold leadership, innovation, and social impact.

Among this year’s most outstanding nominees is:

DR. LAWRENCE JONES-ESAN (SFHEA, FCIM, PGCE, FCMI, FInst.LM, CMBE)

  • Global Chairman & CEO – London Academy Business School
  • Vice-Chancellor – University of Entrepreneurship
  • Senior Lecturer – York St John University (London Campus)
  • Educator | Consultant | Researcher | Entrepreneur
  • A Lifelong Champion of Transformative Education

Dr. Larry Jones-Esan is a distinguished academic leader and visionary entrepreneur whose contributions to higher education and workforce development span more than four decades. His groundbreaking work bridges academic innovation, youth empowerment, policy reform, and cross-border education partnerships.

He is the Founder and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Entrepreneurship (UOE)—a forward-thinking institution preparing students with the leadership and entrepreneurial skills necessary to address global economic challenges. He also established the International Technical Senior Secondary School, an institution equipping Nigerian youth with the technical and vocational expertise needed for the 21st-century workforce.

As CEO of the London Academy Business School (LABS)—a transnational education partner of the University of Sunderland—he has developed dynamic undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional training programs with a sharp focus on employability and business leadership.

Academic Background & Qualifications

  • PhD – York St John University, Manhattan, NY, USA
  • Master’s Degree – RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia
  • First Degree – United Kingdom
  • Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)
  • Holds over 35 professional qualifications

Fellow/member of prestigious bodies including:

FBCS, FCIM, FCMI, FInst.LM, FSET, CMBE

Global Roles & Strategic Partnerships

  • Programme Director, MSc Global Healthcare Management – York St John University (London)
  • CEO, London Academy Business School (LABS)
  • Vice-Chancellor, University of Entrepreneurship

Key Collaborations & Initiatives:

  • Public Service Institute of Nigeria (PSIN) – Professional training to enhance civil service capacity
  • Royal Guest House, YABATECH Lagos – Investment in education access infrastructure
  • Youth Employability Advisory – Strategic input for the Japanese Government via the British Council
  • Micro Enterprise Park (NYSC) – Youth entrepreneurship model based on Singaporean best practices
  • Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) – Training of 320+ resident banking examiners

Major Achievements

  • 40+ years of global experience in education, business, and consulting across the UK, Germany, Nigeria, and the USA
  • Personally invested over ₦1.8 billion NGN in educational infrastructure in Lagos and Abuja
  • Built pioneering institutions like UOE and the Technical Senior Secondary School in Nigeria
  • Forged transnational partnerships with institutions in Malaysia, Cyprus, Georgia, and the UK
  • A driving force behind the integration of entrepreneurship, leadership, and skills training in African higher education

A Visionary With Purpose

Dr. Jones-Esan is redefining education by embedding entrepreneurship, technical training, and leadership development into traditional academic systems. His mission is to combat youth unemployment, bridge education-to-employment gaps, and create sustainable development through knowledge empowerment.

Event Details

  • Event: Clevenard Media Award 2025
  • Date: Friday, November 21, 2025
  • Venue: Calle Manacor, núm. 156, 07007 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain
  • Organizer: Clevenard SL (NIF B75809574)
  • Contact: +34 631 279 811 | +34 672 93 12 16

About Clevenard

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