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WINNERS

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Best Response to COVID-19

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Utility Week
Faversham House

Utility Week executed a swift digital pivot during the pandemic and developed an incredibly effective series of campaigns which saw commercial success for the brand, but also supported their clients and kept them connected during a time when many other routes were closed. Build Back Better and Countdown to COP26 were two standout examples of new digital offerings which were extremely successful for this brand and helped secure them as the winner in this fiercely competitive category.

Congratulations to all at Utility Week for winning Best Response to COVID-19.

<i><b>Utility Week</b></i><br>Faversham House<br><br>Utility Week executed a swift digital pivot during the pandemic and developed an incredibly effective series of campaigns which saw commercial success for the brand, but also supported their clients and kept them connected during a time when many other routes were closed. Build Back Better and Countdown to COP26 were two standout examples of new digital offerings which were extremely successful for this brand and helped secure them as the winner in this fiercely competitive category.<br><br><b>Congratulations to all at Utility Week for winning Best Response to COVID-19.</b>

Business Publication of the Year

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Pulse
Cogora

The judges were so impressed by the strong story of how this magazine not only survived the pandemic but actually grew readership figures and revenues with a reduced staff. The achievements of this small team were nothing short of outstanding during an extremely challenging time for the sector. The combination of reporting hard hitting health stories while also providing a morale boost for GP’s was particularly notable.

Congratulations to the team at Pulse for winning PPA Business Publication of the Year 2021.

<i><b>Pulse</b></i><br>Cogora<br><br>The judges were so impressed by the strong story of how this magazine not only survived the pandemic but actually grew readership figures and revenues with a reduced staff. The achievements of this small team were nothing short of outstanding during an extremely challenging time for the sector. The combination of reporting hard hitting health stories while also providing a morale boost for GP’s was particularly notable.<br><br><b>Congratulations to the team at Pulse for winning PPA Business Publication of the Year 2021.</b>

Highly Commended

edie
Faversham House

This is a business that has clearly bounced back from adversity and seen the challenges of the pandemic as an opportunity to embrace change. Judges called this a ‘really impressive entry demonstrating remarkable innovation at an incredibly challenging time’.

Congratulations to edie, our highly commended Business Publication of the Year.

<i><b>edie</i></b><br>Faversham House<br><br>This is a business that has clearly bounced back from adversity and seen the challenges of the pandemic as an opportunity to embrace change. Judges called this a ‘really impressive entry demonstrating remarkable innovation at an incredibly challenging time’.<br><br><b>Congratulations to edie, our highly commended Business Publication of the Year.</b>

Commercial Partnership of the Year

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BSIF Guide to UK Safety & Health Industry 2021, Western Business Media

A truly deserving winner, this partnership benefits the publisher, partner and consumer alike. Judges were also impressed by the product extensions and the extremely high levels of engagement which resulted in increased subscribers. This is an excellent collaboration that clearly meets the aims of all parties.

Congratulations to Western Business Media for winning Commercial Partnership of the Year 2021.

Consumer Publication of the Year

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Slimming World Magazine
Slimming World

Judges commented that this magazine really showed a genuine care for the health and well-being of its audience. The pages are packed full of insightful, encouraging and inspiring information that can help readers to lead a healthier, happier life. Slimming World showed excellent innovation during lockdown, including offering free digital downloads to its members. This resulted in impressive growth, while keeping members fully supported and engaged throughout the pandemic.

Congratulations to everyone at Slimming World Magazine for winning PPA Consumer Magazine of the Year 2021.

<b><i>Slimming World Magazine</i></b><br>Slimming World<br><br>Judges commented that this magazine really showed a genuine care for the health and well-being of its audience. The pages are packed full of insightful, encouraging and inspiring information that can help readers to lead a healthier, happier life. Slimming World showed excellent innovation during lockdown, including offering free digital downloads to its members. This resulted in impressive growth, while keeping members fully supported and engaged throughout the pandemic.<br><br><b>Congratulations to everyone at Slimming World Magazine for winning PPA Consumer Magazine of the Year 2021.</b>

Content Piece of the Year

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The Bookseller's Black Issue
The Stage Media Co.

Judges were so impressed by how this piece broadened the conversation around diversity & inclusion, displaying editorial brilliance which resulted in high levels of engagement and impressive reading stats. The Bookseller has taken action to address inequalities in the publishing industry using its platform to advance this important topic.

**Congratulations to everyone at The Bookseller for winning Content Piece of the Year 2021.**

<b>The Bookseller's Black Issue</b><br>The Stage Media Co.<br><br>Judges were so impressed by how this piece broadened the conversation around diversity & inclusion, displaying editorial brilliance which resulted in high levels of engagement and impressive reading stats. The Bookseller has taken action to address inequalities in the publishing industry using its platform to advance this important topic.<br><br><b>Congratulations to everyone at <i>The Bookseller</i> for winning Content Piece of the Year 2021.</b>

Designer of the Year

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Peter Allen
Magneto
Hothouse Media

Judges were unanimous in choosing Peter as the winner of this category, saying he continues to push the boundaries of design, with immaculate attention to detail, where every single last element is considered with real care, and passion that exudes from each page. Peter’s striking designs and inventive use of colour and type consistently elevates the editorial of the magazine, helping it to break into the upper echelons of its sector.

Congratulations to Peter Allen for winning PPA Designer of the Year 2021.

Digital Product of the Year

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World of Cruising website
Real Response Media

The judges called this an outstanding digital product development, and one which shows true creativity, agility and innovation during an extremely challenging time for this industry. The product design allows for scalability and by combining expert content and commerce, the result is a superb ‘one stop shop’ for those interesting in cruising. One judge said this is “a great story of triumph in the midst of adversity”.

Congratulations to the team at World of Cruising for winning Digital Product of the Year 2021.

<b>World of Cruising website</b><br>Real Response Media<br><br>The judges called this an outstanding digital product development, and one which shows true creativity, agility and innovation during an extremely challenging time for this industry. The product design allows for scalability and by combining expert content and commerce, the result is a superb ‘one stop shop’ for those interesting in cruising. One judge said this is “a great story of triumph in the midst of adversity”.<br><br><b>Congratulations to the team at World of Cruising for winning Digital Product of the Year 2021.</b>

Diversity and Inclusion Award

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Women's Running
Anthem Publishing

This brand has done an incredible job of highlighting a range of diverse voices via the magazine and extension products such as the podcast. Women’s Running not only provides a platform for people to share their diverse experiences and stories, but also actively encourages the brands they work with to live up to their expectations, so that over time diverse and inclusive content is nothing out of the ordinary.

Well done to everyone at Women’s Running for winning the PPA Diversity & Inclusion Award 2021.

<b><i>Women's Running</i></b><br>Anthem Publishing<br><br>This brand has done an incredible job of highlighting a range of diverse voices via the magazine and extension products such as the podcast. Women’s Running not only provides a platform for people to share their diverse experiences and stories, but also actively encourages the brands they work with to live up to their expectations, so that over time diverse and inclusive content is nothing out of the ordinary.<br><br><b>Well done to everyone at Women’s Running for winning the PPA Diversity & Inclusion Award 2021.</b>

Editor of the Year

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Jaimie Kaffash
Pulse
Cogora

Jaimie is a great example of a leader; innovative and highly effective. Jaimie hasn’t sat still, and has led the team expertly in doing what they all love with reduced resources but not reduced passion for the brand. The judges commented that Jaimie is a shining example of how one can look at adversity through the lens of opportunity rather than defeat!

Congratulations to Jaimie Kaffash on winning PPA Editor of the Year 2021.

<b>Jaimie Kaffash</b><br><i>Pulse</i><br>Cogora<br><br>Jaimie is a great example of a leader; innovative and
highly effective. Jaimie hasn’t sat still, and has led the
team expertly in doing what they all love with reduced resources but not reduced passion for the brand. The judges commented that Jaimie is a shining example of how one can look at adversity through the lens of opportunity rather than defeat!<br><br><b>Congratulations to Jaimie Kaffash on winning PPA Editor of the Year 2021.</b>

Highly Commended

Sophie Griffiths
TTG
TTG Media

Sophie demonstrates an impressive commitment to supporting the travel industry and manages to get key issues on the mainstream news agenda. Judges were extremely impressed by the campaigning on behalf on the travel industry, and said this was a shining example of brand evolution changing to fit its audience needs, especially in the midst of COVID and with such lack of clarity around travel and safety.

Congratulations to Sophie Griffiths, for being the highly commended Editor of the Year.

<b>Sophie Griffiths</b><br><i>TTG</i><br>TTG Media<br><br>Sophie demonstrates an impressive commitment to supporting the travel industry and manages to get key issues on the mainstream news agenda. Judges were extremely impressed by the campaigning on behalf on the travel industry, and said this was a shining example of brand evolution changing to fit its audience needs, especially in the midst of COVID and with such lack of clarity around travel and safety.<br><br><b>Congratulations to Sophie Griffiths, for being the highly commended Editor of the Year.</b>

Event of the Year

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Future of Theatre
The Stage
The Stage Media Co.

The judges were hugely impressed by how this event helped to position The Stage as an industry leader, allowing it to support the theatre industry while demonstrating an excellent commercial performance. 59 of the industry’s most influential performers and voices joined the event to deliver powerful keynote speeches and exclusive interviews to discuss the future of the theatre industry, one that has been extremely hard hit by the pandemic. This event was the first of its kind to bring the entire theatre sector together since the start of the pandemic, with one judge describing it as “cutting edge”.

Congratulations to The Stage for winning PPA Event of the Year 2021.

<b>Future of Theatre</b><br><i>The Stage</i><br>The Stage Media Co.<br><br>The judges were hugely impressed by how this event helped to position The Stage as an industry leader, allowing it to support the theatre industry while demonstrating an excellent commercial performance. 59 of the industry’s most influential performers and voices joined the event to deliver powerful keynote speeches and exclusive interviews to discuss the future of the theatre industry, one that has been extremely hard hit by the pandemic. This event was the first of its kind to bring the entire theatre sector together since the start of the pandemic, with one judge describing it as “cutting edge”.<br><br><b>Congratulations to The Stage for winning PPA Event of the Year 2021.</b>

Front Cover of the Year

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Electric Awards
BBC TopGear
BBC Studios

Judges loved how striking and imaginative this cover is, while also staying relevant to its roots way back in the first edition. Well-executed both in print and digital, this cover “shouts ELECTRIC and is absolutely breath-taking”, according to one of our judges.

Congratulations to the team at BBC TopGear for winning PPA Front Cover of the Year 2021.

<b>Electric Awards</b><br><i>BBC TopGear</i><br>BBC Studios<br><br>Judges loved how striking and imaginative this cover is, while also staying relevant to its roots way back in the first edition. Well-executed both in print and digital, this cover “shouts ELECTRIC and is absolutely breath-taking”, according to one of our judges.<br><br><b>Congratulations to the team at BBC TopGear for winning PPA Front Cover of the Year 2021.</b>

Independent Publishing Company of the Year

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Faversham House

Faversham House didn’t just pivot their business, they did so in a way that was agenda-setting, bold enough to invest during a time when others haven’t, and also pushed forward their sustainability goals. This company clearly adapted well to the challenges of the pandemic and have focused on supporting its partners by, delivering high levels of service at a difficult time, which has resulted in a very loyal customer base. The team should be very proud of its performance, and judges were impressed to see the continued importance placed on its people, sustainability and general purpose.

Congratulations to Faversham House for winning PPA Independent Publishing Company of the Year 2021.

<b>Faversham House</b><br><br>Faversham House didn’t just pivot their business, they did so in a way that was agenda-setting, bold enough to invest during a time when others haven’t, and also pushed forward their sustainability goals. This company clearly adapted well to the challenges of the pandemic and have focused on supporting its partners by, delivering high levels of service at a difficult time, which has resulted in a very loyal customer base. The team should be very proud of its performance, and judges were impressed to see the continued importance placed on its people, sustainability and general purpose.<br><br><b>Congratulations to Faversham House for winning PPA Independent Publishing Company of the Year 2021.</b>

Industry Partner of the Year

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Newsstand

The impressive speed at which Newsstand developed a cost & time saving solution for publishers in light of the VAT changes is a huge achievement. The impact of their innovation is clear and the efforts they went to to support the industry should be applauded. They are the very definition of a genuine partnership with independent publishers.

Congratulations to Newsstand for winning PPA Industry Partner of the Year 2021.

<b>Newsstand</b><br><br>The impressive speed at which Newsstand developed a cost & time saving solution for publishers in light of the VAT changes is a huge achievement. The impact of their innovation is clear and the efforts they went to to support the industry should be applauded. They are the very definition of a genuine partnership with independent publishers.<br><br><b>Congratulations to Newsstand for winning PPA Industry Partner of the Year 2021.</b>

Launch / Relaunch of the Year

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Digital Event News Portfolio
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Mash Media

Judges commented that it was truly inspiring to see such innovation in the face of adversity. Mash Media provided incredible support and showed true dedication to the events industry during an exceptionally challenging time. A very timely and clever launch, developing a range of products to support those moving to virtual events during the pandemic.

Congratulations to all involved in winning Launch/Relaunch of the Year 2021.

<b>Digital Event News Portfolio</b><br>Digital Event News and Awards<br>Mash Media<br><br>Judges commented that it was truly inspiring to see such innovation in the face of adversity. Mash Media provided incredible support and showed true dedication to the events industry during an exceptionally challenging time. A very timely and clever launch, developing a range of products to support those moving to virtual events during the pandemic.<br><br><b>Congratulations to all involved in winning Launch/Relaunch of the Year 2021.</b>

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The Catholic Herald
Catholic Herald Media Group

Judges admired the ingenuity and determination of this relaunch driven by necessity and a wish to stay relevant in the 21st century. This relaunch is a real turnaround from its situation as COVID struck with one judge saying “this is a perfect example of how adversity can be turned into opportunity”.

Congratulations to The Catholic Herald for being the highly commended Launch/Relaunch of the Year.

<b><i>The Catholic Herald</i></b><br>Catholic Herald Media Group<br><br>Judges admired the ingenuity and determination of this relaunch driven by necessity and a wish to stay relevant in the 21st century. This relaunch is a real turnaround from its situation as COVID struck with one judge saying “this is a perfect example of how adversity can be turned into opportunity”.<br><br><b>Congratulations to The Catholic Herald for being the highly commended Launch/Relaunch of the Year.</b>

Media Brand of the Year

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Dezeen

The judges were impressed with the commercial performance of Dezeen but also the establishment of their climate leadership credentials, which sees the company pledge to become a net-zero business by 2025. Throughout the pandemic, Dezeen showed incredible agility, pivoting and launching new content and events digitally for its audience. These new initiatives and clever thinking, saw Dezeen achieving record-breaking traffic which resulted in the strong financial performance.

Congratulations to the team for winning PPA Media Brand of the Year 2021.

<b><i>Dezeen</i></b><br><br>The judges were impressed with the commercial performance of Dezeen but also the establishment of their climate leadership credentials, which sees the company pledge to become a net-zero business by 2025. Throughout the pandemic, Dezeen showed incredible agility, pivoting and launching new content and events digitally for its audience. These new initiatives and clever thinking, saw Dezeen achieving record-breaking traffic which resulted in the strong financial performance.<br><br><b>Congratulations to the team for winning PPA Media Brand of the Year 2021.</b>

Membership Publication of the Year

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Heart Matters
British Heart Foundation

Heart Matters is an extremely important resource to the community it serves, giving readers up-to-date information about how Covid related to their condition. This is a fantastic example of how important media can be to someone’s life and the positive impact it can have. Bringing the publication in-house was a bold and brave move, but one that has really paid off and given the team more control over what is communicated.

Congratulations for winning PPA Membership Publication of the Year 2021.

<b><i>Heart Matters</i></b><br>British Heart Foundation<br><br>Heart Matters is an extremely important resource to the community it serves, giving readers up-to-date information about how Covid related to their condition. This is a fantastic example of how important media can be to someone’s life and the positive impact it can have. Bringing the publication in-house was a bold and brave move, but one that has really paid off and given the team more control over what is communicated.<br><br><b>Congratulations for winning PPA Membership Publication of the Year 2021.</b>

Podcast of the Year

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The Women's Running Podcast
Women's Running
Anthem Publishing

This podcast is a great balance of insightful tips and interesting conversations, combining lots of practical advice with interviews that are entertaining and relatable regardless of what gender you are or if you are a runner. Judges were impressed with the listening figures, and said it was clear that the team at Women’s Running really consider the needs of the listeners.

Congratulations to everyone involved in winning PPA Podcast of the Year 2021.

<b>The Women's Running Podcast</b><br><i>Women's Running</i><br>Anthem Publishing<br><br>This podcast is a great balance of insightful tips and interesting conversations, combining lots of practical advice with interviews that are entertaining and relatable regardless of what gender you are or if you are a runner. Judges were impressed with the listening figures, and said it was clear that the team at Women’s Running really consider the needs of the listeners.<br><br><b>Congratulations to everyone involved in winning PPA Podcast of the Year 2021.</b>

Subscriptions Strategy of the Year

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Maximising Revenue Generation from Free Content Sampling
Motor Sport Magazine

This team achieved an incredible amount in a short space of time, establishing a digital-only platform with an impressively quick shift from print when the circumstances of the pandemic were outside its control. Judges appreciated the clever mechanism for giving away content free but hooking readers in with one paid story to tempt them to subscribe to the paywall. Creative, innovative and proves that an idea doesn’t have to be complicated to have a big impact.

Congratulations to the team at Motor Sport for winning PPA Subscriptions Strategy of the Year 2021.

Team of the Year

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Marketing Team
London Review of Books

This was the team to beat in this hotly contested category and judges unanimously decided that the trophy should go to this small but mighty team from LRB. The team saw incredible results, which were even more impressive given how much of a challenging year it was for publishers working remotely. This entrepreneurial team bravely forged into unknown territories to find new revenue streams and worked collaboratively to create effective marketing campaigns to expand the LRB readership and support the wider business.

Congratulations to the marketing team at London Review of Books for winning PPA Team of the Year 2021.

<b>Marketing Team</b><br>London Review of Books<br><br>This was the team to beat in this hotly contested category and judges unanimously decided that the trophy should go to this small but mighty team from LRB. The team saw incredible results, which were even more impressive given how much of a challenging year it was for publishers working remotely. This entrepreneurial team bravely forged into unknown territories to find new revenue streams and worked collaboratively to create effective marketing campaigns to expand the LRB readership and support the wider business.<br><br><b>Congratulations to the marketing team at London Review of Books for winning PPA Team of the Year 2021.</b>

Writer of the Year

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Tim Bano
The Stage
The Stage Media Co.

Tim’s writing was described by judges as compelling and engaging, with a beautiful style. Judges were impressed with how these well-researched and characterful reviews both engage and inform the audience, while also positioning The Stage as a leading voice for the theatre industry as it recovers post-pandemic – a very difficult balance to achieve.

Huge congratulations to Tim on winning PPA Independent Publisher Writer of the Year 2021.

<b>Tim Bano</b><br><i>The Stage</i><br>The Stage Media Co.<br><br>Tim’s writing was described by judges as compelling and engaging, with a beautiful style. Judges were impressed with how these well-researched and characterful reviews both engage and inform the audience, while also positioning The Stage as a leading voice for the theatre industry as it recovers post-pandemic – a very difficult balance to achieve.<br><br><b>Huge congratulations to Tim on winning PPA Independent Publisher Writer of the Year 2021.</b>

Special Recognition Award

TTG Media

This special award was created by the PPA after judges across multiple panels commended TTG Media for such incredible resilience, innovation and determination in the face of huge adversity for the travel industry during the pandemic. When travel came to a complete standstill in 2020 the response from the TTG team was fearless. They launched a number of new campaigns including #savetravel and #holidaytohelpout and campaigned tirelessly at parliament to help protect their industry and the jobs within it. The company also saw the development of its new paid-for membership programme called TTG+ and in April 2021 launched the inaugural ‘Travel Industry Awards’.

What truly remarkable achievements – TTG Media is a true champion for its sector.