Skilled Education CEO, Rajay Naik, Named on the 2025 Education PowerList

We’re delighted to share that Rajay Naik, CEO of Skilled Education, has been named on the 2025 Education PowerList, recognising leaders driving innovation, quality, and impact across the education sector.

The Education PowerList, curated annually by EducationInvestor,r, celebrates influential figures who are transforming how people learn and succeed, spanning schools, universities, edtech, training providers, apprenticeships, and policymakers.

Under Rajay’s leadership, Skilled Education has grown into one of the world’s leading education companies, supporting universities and institutions across the globe to deliver high-quality, flexible, and career-relevant online learning. Skilled now serves thousands of students from more than 170 countries through innovative programmes co-developed with world-class partners such as the University of Oxford, American University, University of Hertfordshire, UWE Bristol, and the UK Government.

Reflecting on the nomination, Rajay Naik said:

“It’s an honour to be recognised alongside inspiring leaders who are shaping the future of education. This really belongs to our brilliant team and our university partners, who share our mission to make quality online education more accessible and more impactful for learners around the world.”

As Skilled continues to expand its global partnerships and launch new degree programmes, this recognition underscores the organisation’s commitment to transforming online education and empowering learners worldwide.