She started her first business selling sherbet at age five—now she runs a revolutionary global online school.

🎧 Listen On:

👉 Spotify – https://spoti.fi/4is21QI

👉 Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/42KZ2x1

Join us as we dive into the remarkable journey of Penelope Barton, CEO of Crimson Global Academy, an innovative online education platform transforming the traditional schooling model globally. Join us as we dive into the remarkable journey of Penelope Barton, CEO of Crimson Global Academy, an innovative online education platform transforming the traditional schooling model globally.

Penelope shares her inspiring entrepreneurial journey, starting from selling sherbet at age five, overcoming unique challenges, and eventually leading one of the most cutting-edge education startups originating from New Zealand. 🌏

In this episode, Penelope provides deep insights into the future of education, how Crimson Global Academy empowers students through personalized, globally accessible schooling, and how emerging AI technology is reshaping education. 🎓 Listen in to discover her unique perspective on fostering critical thinking, enhancing personalized education, and the importance of entrepreneurial resilience and adaptability. 🎯Key Topics:

🎓 Reinventing Education with Tech

🌏 Scaling a Global Online School

🤖 The Role of AI in Future Education

🚀 Entrepreneurial Mindset and Resilience

📚 Personalized and Accelerated Learning

💡 Key Lessons from Entrepreneurship

🌱 EdTech and Education Innovation

📈 Scaling Global Market Expansion

🏫 Transforming Traditional Schooling Models

🌟 Building an Innovative Learning Community

🤝 Connect with Penelope Barton:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/penelopebarton/Website

(Crimson Global Academy): https://www.crimsonglobalacademy.school/uk/

🔗 Learn more about NZVC:

Website: https://www.nzvc.co.nz

Mark Pavlyukovskyy – https://www.linkedin.com/in/pavlyukovskyy/

Hendrik Remigereau – https://www.linkedin.com/in/hendrik-remigereau-09a03067/

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction & Penelope’s Early Life

02:42 - Entrepreneurial Spirit from Childhood

05:57 - Early Entrepreneurial Ventures and Learnings

09:54 - Transition to Tech and Startups

13:21 - Crimson Education and Launching Markets

17:25 - Joining Crimson Global Academy

22:18 - How Online Schooling Models Work

27:33 - Crimson Global Academy's Unique Approach

31:30 - Use of AI in Education and Its Implications

35:59 - Importance of Physical Interaction in Online Education

38:02 - The Evolution of Schooling

42:41 - Advice for Young Entrepreneurs

47:45 - Thoughts on University Education

51:43 - Purpose of Education in Modern Society

54:15 - Crimson's Vision for Global Expansion

56:52 - Navigating Government Partnerships in Education

58:49 - Final Reflections on New Zealand Startup Ecosystem

🙌 Enjoyed this episode?

Hit the like button 👍, comment your key takeaway 💬, and subscribe 📲 for more insightful startup journeys!

#️⃣ Hashtags:#startups, #business, #NewZealand, #EdTech, #CrimsonGlobalAcademy, #Innovation, #Entrepreneurship, #Education, #OnlineSchool, #FutureOfEducation, #TechPodcast, #StartupLessons, #AIinEducation, #PersonalizedLearning, #SchoolInnovation, #GlobalEducation, #CriticalThinking, #LearningCommunity, #EducationTech, #StartupStories