Toronto, Ontario — Borderless AI is proud to announce that its Co-Founder and CEO, Willson Cross, has been named an EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 Ontario finalist in the Technology category.
The recognition celebrates entrepreneurs who are challenging convention, driving innovation, and building businesses that are shaping the future of their industries.
Cross was recognized for his leadership in building Borderless AI, a Toronto-based global employment technology company that is using artificial intelligence to simplify how businesses hire, manage, and pay employees around the world.
Under his leadership, Borderless AI has grown into a global employment platform, helping organizations navigate the complexities of international hiring, payroll, compliance, and workforce management.
“Building Borderless AI has always been about challenging the idea that hiring across borders needs to be complicated,” said Willson Cross, Co-Founder and CEO of Borderless AI. “To be recognized alongside so many incredible Canadian entrepreneurs is an honour. This is a reflection of the team we've built, the customers who trust us, and our shared belief that the future of work should be borderless.”
Building the Future of Global Employment
Since its launch, Borderless AI has continued to invest in technology that removes the traditional barriers to international expansion.
Its AI-powered platform brings together global employment, payroll, benefits, and compliance, helping businesses grow internationally without the administrative complexity traditionally associated with hiring across borders.
For Cross, the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year finalist recognition marks another milestone in Borderless AI's mission to make global employment more accessible, efficient, and human.
About EY Entrepreneur Of The Year®
The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year program recognizes entrepreneurs who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and ambition in building and growing businesses.
Cross was selected as one of three Ontario finalists in the Technology category for 2026.
View the official EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 Ontario finalists.
