Alexander Ciarroni, CEO of IB Solved, recognised as 2026 Australian Small Business Champion Masters Winner

Alexander Ciarroni, CEO of IB Solved, Australia’s leading International Baccalaureate (IB) education provider, has been announced as the 2026 Australian Small Business Champion Masters Winner, recognising his outstanding entrepreneurial leadership and business excellence.

The Australian Small Business Champion Awards recognise exceptional Australian business leaders who demonstrate innovation, resilience and sustained excellence in building businesses that create meaningful impact within their industries and communities. The Masters category acknowledges entrepreneurs who have demonstrated outstanding vision, leadership and long-term business success, while continuing to drive growth and innovation at a national level.

“This award means so much to me personally,” said Alexander Ciarroni. “Building IB Solved has always been about three things: a genuine passion to solve a real problem for IB students, an obsession with getting every detail right, and building a strong foundation not just in our systems and technology, but in our values. To have that recognised at this level is incredibly special.”

Alexander also acknowledged the people who have supported IB Solved’s journey.

“I want to thank my family, our incredible team and all of our IB families for their love, support and faith in us. I’m especially grateful to my brother Christian, whose hard work and dedication have played such an important role in helping us achieve what we have. This recognition belongs to everyone who has contributed to IB Solved’s growth.”

Since its establishment, IB Solved has grown into Australia’s leading IB-specialised education platform, supporting students from IB schools nationwide and across the Asia-Pacific region. With a team of more than 150 IB experts and a growing suite of specialised digital resources and services, the company continues to redefine academic support for International Baccalaureate students.

“My core ethos in business and in life is simple: people and relationships come first,” Alexander said. “That’s something we’ve built into the walls at IB Solved. We prioritise trust, respect and fairness with our tutors, and we are available around the clock for our IB families, supporting them through the pressures that come with Years 11 and 12. That commitment to trust and genuine care is what has made our growth possible.”

The award also includes an exclusive international mentorship experience in London, providing Alexander with the opportunity to learn from globally respected business leaders and further strengthen IB Solved’s strategic direction as the company enters its next phase of growth.

“IB Solved is at a pivotal point of inflexion, and this mentorship opportunity is exactly the kind of experience that will help us reach the next level. I’m excited to continue learning, refining our vision and pushing forward on my entrepreneurial journey.”

IB Solved’s recognition as the 2026 Australian Small Business Champion Masters Winner reflects the company’s continued growth and the strength of its specialised IB education model. The recognition adds to a series of major milestones for IB Solved in recent years, including being named in the AFR Fast Starters Top 100 and being recognised as a NSW Finalist in the Telstra Best of Business Awards. CEO Alexander Ciarroni was also named a Sydney Finalist in the Australian Young Entrepreneur Awards, highlighting the company’s growing impact within Australia’s education and small business landscape.

Today, IB Solved is Australia’s leading IB-specialised education provider, supporting students from IB schools nationwide and expanding across the Asia-Pacific region, with a team of more than 110 IB experts and a growing ecosystem of digital tools and resources. Since 2016, IB Solved has delivered over 15,000 lessons and supported more than 1,500 students through online tutoring, premium digital resources, structured study courses and assessment review services, catering to the unique needs and goals of IB students.

For more information, please contact:

Name: Alexander Ciarroni

Mobile: +61 457 060 790

Email: admin@ibsolved.com

At IB Solved, our mission is to provide high-quality and comprehensive IB tutoring, mentoring, and exclusive IB resources that cater to the unique needs and goals of IB students. We are committed to helping IB students achieve academic success and secure entry into their dream university!

Our learning model integrates modern education technology, evidence-based teaching practices and specialised resources to deliver a premium educational experience for our IB students. Our holistic approach involves mentoring IB students to balance their workload and maintain their physical, mental and psychological wellbeing throughout their IB journey.