Jonny Hendriksen named EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 [Video]

Pictured above: Jonny Hendriksen wins EY Entrepreneur of the Year for New Zealand 2024.

Nelson-based entrepreneur and founder of Shuttlerock, Jonny Hendriksen, has been awarded EY Entrepreneur of the Year for New Zealand in 2024, celebrating 25 years of the prestigious award.

At a gala event held on Wednesday night in Auckland, Jonny Hendriksen, Founder of the global digital creative company Shuttlerock, was honoured for his leadership in turning a small, local business into an international success.

Surrounded by fellow finalists, business leaders, and the Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, Hendriksen was named the overall winner, recognising his exceptional entrepreneurial journey and global impact.

Shuttlerock started from very humble beginnings in 2011, operating from Hendriksen’s kitchen table, the company under his leadership, has revolutionised digital advertising with its innovative Creative-as-a-Service (CaaS) solution. By combining human talent with advanced tech automation, Shuttlerock delivers round-the-clock production across the globe. The company now boasts …