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Patrick Cheo

CEO, Adam Khoo Learning Technologies Group Pte Ltd

EY Entrepreneur Of The Year – Education Services​

Patrick Cheo is the co-founder and CEO of Adam Khoo Learning Technologies Group (AKLTG), a Singapore-based education group with global reach. With an initial capital of just $8,000, Patrick scaled the company and diversified globally to achieve $25 million in revenue by 2024 — with close to half coming from overseas markets.​

While his co-founder Adam Khoo drives the company’s thought leadership and training expertise, Patrick leads the business with precision and vision. He oversees strategy, operations, marketing, finance, HR and international expansion – laying the foundation for AKLTG’s sustainable growth and digital transformation.​

Known for his sharp business acumen and high standards, Patrick also champions a values-driven culture grounded in integrity and growth. When the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted their seminar-based revenue model, he spearheaded the company’s digital pivot — turning adversity into opportunity. Notably, this led to the rapid growth of Piranha Profits, their financial education brand, which now contributes over 80% of the Group’s revenue and reaches learners in 160 countries.​

A bold yet pragmatic entrepreneur, Patrick has launched subsidiaries across six countries – always guided by market fit and long-term vision. He has made decisive calls to exit markets when needed, ensuring agility while focused on the company’s core mission.​

Today, Patrick continues to chart AKLTG’s global expansion with clarity and conviction – building world-class education brands that empower lives, create value, and scale impact across borders.​

About Adam Khoo Learning Technologies Group Pte Ltd​

Founded in 2002 by Adam Khoo and Patrick Cheo, Adam Khoo Learning Technologies Group Pte Ltd (AKLTG) has established itself as Asia's leading training organization for personal and professional development. Headquartered in Singapore with a global footprint spanning 160 countries, its key markets include the US, Malaysia and Australia.​

AKLTG believes that education is the most powerful tool for change. Its mission is to inspire a better world by empowering individuals with the knowledge, mindset, and skills to achieve personal, professional, and financial success. Through immersive learning experiences and innovative training methods, AKLTG enables people from all walks of life to unlock their full potential and achieve transformative results.​

The Group manages three education brands: Aktivate (youth education), Piranha Profits (financial education), and Growth Catalyst (executive education).​

www.akltg.com ​