Arun Kanwar has won Consultant of the Year at the inaugural Nursery Management Today (NMT) Power List Awards.
The NMT Power List celebrates effective, inspiring and influential figures in early years, including standout leaders, investors and advisors to the sector. The event took place on 29 April 2026 at the London Marriott Hotel in Grosvenor Square. Trophies at the ceremony were presented by guest host, comedian Sally-Anne Haywood.
Cairneagle has undertaken over 200 projects in the early years space, including buyside and sellside commercial due diligence, prioritisation of growth initiatives, pricing strategy, internationalisation, portfolio review and central optimisation. It has undertaken work in the sector across the world, for both investors and operators — not just nursery providers, but also schools looking to expand provision.
The judges commented:
“Arun operates at a level that goes beyond individual engagements, influencing how capital is deployed and how organisations think about growth across the sector. His combination of strategic insight, investor credibility and operational understanding makes his impact both broad and deeply meaningful.”
“Arun has a remarkable ability to uphold a strong moral compass in all corporate matters. His integrity naturally builds trust and gives people real confidence when engaging with him and his organisation.”
Cairneagle was also a drinks sponsor at the event.
