Mediaweek has recruited some of the industry’s most influential leaders to judge the 2024 Next of the Best Awards.
The awards recognise individuals who demonstrate influence and leadership skills in driving the industry forward.
There is now no age limit, as Mediaweek looks to celebrate the future leaders of the industry.
"True inclusion means removing the barriers. Age should not be a barrier to potential or to recognition."
"I hope that those in decision-making and leadership positions are fighting for diversity over uniformity"
Plus: Seeing under-40s challenge the status quo
Plus: The win was "certainly one of the proudest moments of my career"
"The media market is evolving at a rapid rate, and there is no doubt that the same applies to talent"
Willis: "Streaming is the future of talk radio."
Hockley: "People used to tell me I talk too much. Now I've got an award for it, so it's all worth it!"
"When my name was called for Gold, I nearly fell off my chair."
Colter: "Times are tough now, horrifically tough for many, but I believe that difficult times create opportunity"
Plus: "Client wins come from happy and incredibly passionate staff"
"It hardly feels like a job when you get to collaborate with wonderfully talented and hard-working colleagues."
