Setting the Standard: Mike and Wes Johnson-Ellis Named Most Influential CEO 2026 – Surrogacy Services (Global)

Setting the Standard: Mike and Wes Johnson-Ellis Named Most Influential CEO 2026 – Surrogacy Services (Global)

There are moments in a journey, especially one as personal and transformative as ours, where recognition feels less like an accolade and more like a beacon. Today, we’re humbled and proud to share that our very own co-founders, Mike and Wes Johnson-Ellis, have been named Most Influential CEO 2026 – Surrogacy Services (Global) by CEO Monthly Magazine (see the feature).

A Journey Rooted in Lived Experience

This honour is deeply personal. My Surrogacy Journey was born from our own experiences of having our children via surrogacy, challenges that highlighted the urgent need for understanding, transparency, and advocacy. Mike and Wes have always led with empathy, determined to create a path is safer and more hopeful for every intended parent and surrogate who walks it after us.

What This Recognition Means

Being recognised as influential leaders in surrogacy is not simply a reflection of professional achievement. It’s a testament to the values that underpin our work: setting the standard for ethical, regulated, and supportive surrogacy worldwide. This award shines a light on the importance of putting people first, and on the power of lived experience to drive real, lasting change.

Our Commitment to You

For every intended parent, surrogate, and partner who has placed their trust in us, this recognition belongs to you, too. It’s your stories, your courage, and your hope that inspire us to keep raising the bar. We remain steadfast in our mission to challenge outdated norms with compassion, to offer clarity and reassurance, and to advocate for families everywhere.

A Personal Note from Mike & Wes

We want to take a moment to speak directly from our hearts. This recognition is not just ours, it’s a reflection of the community we serve and the families we have the privilege to support. Our journey into parenthood through surrogacy was filled with uncertainty, hope, and the unwavering belief that everyone deserves a safe, compassionate path to family.

Every message of thanks, every story shared, and every milestone celebrated by our members reminds us why we do this work. We are endlessly grateful for the trust you place in us, and for the opportunity to help shape a future where surrogacy is guided by empathy, respect, and understanding.

Thank you for letting us walk this journey alongside you. Together, we are setting the standard, and together, we are changing lives.

With all our gratitude,

Mike & Wes

Looking Ahead

As we celebrate this milestone, our commitment only grows stronger. We will continue to lead with warmth, authenticity, and a deep sense of responsibility. Together, we are setting the standard for surrogacy—here in the UK, and around the world.

You can read more about the award and Mike and Wes’s story in CEO Review’s January 2026 issue, and learn about the awards programme here.

With gratitude and hope for what’s ahead,

The MSJ Team

Setting the Standard