The EB50 Most Influential list 2026
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CEO
E-ACT
Recently appointed on the Department for Education’s new academy trust CEO advisory group, Tom Campbell has over 20 years in the education sector.
29
CEO
Lift Schools
Rebecca is a highly experienced education leader with a strong track record across both school improvement and system leadership.
28
Director
Council for Disabled Children
Amanda uses her 30 years+ experience working in children’s policy to shape her work as Director of the Council for Disabled Children.
27
Interim CEO
Great Academies Education Trust"
A respected commentator on the education landscape, Frank has spent over four decades in education positions.
26
Head of Curriculum
Oak National Academy
Emma is a respected curriculum expert, currently leading the design of the curriculum at Oak National Academy.
25
Founder
Jonny Uttley Education
Jonny Uttley recently established his own consultancy, working with schools, trusts, businesses and public service organisations, helping them think through complex challenges.
24
Writer & Blogger
Peter Hyman has a string of education improvement achievements to boast about, including co-founder of School 21, a pioneering 4 to 18 years school that opened in East London in 2012.
23
General Secretary
NASUWT
Matt Wrack became General Secretary of NASUWT in 2025, bringing extensive trade union leadership experience from his previous roles as General Secretary of the Fire Brigades Union and President of the Trades Union Congress.
22
Chief Executive
Ambition Institute
Hilary leads the work of the Ambition Institute, which helps educators to keep getting better so that the education system can ensure that every child thrives.
21
Professor Emeritus / Former Director
Sheffield Institute of Education
Samantha has worked closely with the DfE and others to support a more strategic and systematic approach to attracting, developing and retaining the best teachers.