2025 winners
Congratulations to all of our 2025 winners and highly commended - view them by category below.
Audio Content of the Year
Winner
Women's Running Podcast, Anthem Publishing
Description
<p>Judges commended the Women's Running Podcast for authentic hosting, tight production and commercial maturity of their product - noting that they truly added value to their audience.</p>
Business Publication of the Year
Winner
Health & Safety Matters, Western Business Media
Description
<p>sponsored by:</p><p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/cropped_full_fat_things__10_Medium_Medium.png" style="width: 195.448px; height: 75.2474px;"><br></p><p>Judges praised Health & Safety Matters for its authoratitive impact and research-led editorial, whilst commending the engagement across web, newsletter and record commercial results.<br></p>
Campaign of the Year
Winner
The World's Fastest Accountant, Sunday
Description
<p>Judges were impressed by the campaign's ability to produce creative and cohesive content tightly aligned to brand strategy which yielded huge engagement results.<br></p>
Commercial Leader of the Year
Winner
Wendy Miller, Prospect Magazine
Description
<p>Judges highlighted Wendy's ability to deliver exceptional revenue gains, protect existing products, and launch multi-format audience packages that really landed.<br></p>
Commercial Partnership of the Year
Winner
A Sale of Two Cities, The Paris Review and London Review of Books
Description
<p>sponsored by:</p><p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/General_Content/PLS-logo-RGB_Medium.png" style="width: 181.448px; height: 79.8371px;"><br></p><p>This partnership was awarded for its exceptional delivery across channels, collaborative approach and strong commercial outcomes for both partners.<br></p>
Consumer Publication of the Year
Winner
National Geographic Little Kids Magazine
Description
<p>sponsored by:</p><p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/General_Content/CDS_white_Medium.png" style="width: 213.448px; height: 54.2788px;"><br></p><p>Judges were impressed with this publication's outstanding audience understanding, rapid subscription growth and dedication to sustainability practices.<br></p>
Content Piece of the Year
Winner
Unbound, The Bookseller
Description
<p>Judges praised Unbound for their fearless and rigorous investigative journalism that put trust and source loyalty at the centre.<br></p>
Cover of the Year
Gold
GOLD: National Geographic Traveller (UK), APL Media
Description
<p>sponsored by:</p><p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/General_Content/Acorn_Hi_Res_White_Medium.png" style="width: 206.448px; height: 58.723px;"><br></p><p>Judges admired this striking concept-led cover for its incredible job of selling the content within, record breaking sales, and its ability to change perspective using colours, font, and imagery.<br></p>
Silver
SILVER: All eyes on Alexander Armstrong, Saga Magazine
Description
<p>Judges praised Saga's playful and colour rich concept and clever execution which invites audience curiosity.<br></p>
Bronze
BRONZE: Henrietta's garden, National Trust
Description
<p>This cover caught judges eye with its minimalism and uncluttered design which cleverly amplified the emotion of the content.<br></p>
Creative Director/Designer of the Year
Winner
Jess Hibbert, Saga Magazine, Saga
Description
<p>Judges praised Jess' modern, bold and sophisticated design skills which have helped attract audiences and drive growth.<br></p>
Diversity & Inclusion Award
Winner
Women's Running's commitment to giving under-represented women a voice, Anthem Publishing
Description
<p>sponsored by:</p><p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/General_Content/BREWERY_LOGO_RGB_WHITE_without_hat_Medium.png" style="width: 302.448px; height: 40.3264px;"><br></p><p>Judges commended Women Running's value-led strategy, which is thoughtfully embedded across editorial, hiring, partnerships with emphasis on authentic representation.<br></p>
Highly Commended
HIGHLY COMMENDED: Peugeot Attitude Pride Awards Europe 2025, Stream Publishing
Description
<p>This highly commended entry wowed judges with their long term strategy , clear commercial success, and campaigning purpose that places D&I at the heart of the brand.<br></p>
Editor of the Year
Winner
Andy Clutton, Professional Security Installer, Western Business Media
Description
<p>sponsored by:</p><p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/cropped_NLA_Text_Medium_Medium.png" style="width: 204.448px; height: 119.943px;"><br></p><p>Andy blew judges away with an unmatched dedication to his brand - spearheading a user-first relaunch, new initiatives, content and events which produced impressive financial results and reader satisfaction.<br></p>
Louise Robinson, Saga Magazine, Saga
Description
<p>Louise's clear editorial vision across multiple platforms, commitment to high quality and diverse content, and year on year results made her a worthy winner.<br></p>
Event of the Year (Business Media)
Winner
LeadDev LDX3 London 2025, LeadDev
Description
<p>sponsored by:</p><p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/cropped_Airbusiness_Logo_RGB-02_Medium_Medium.png" style="width: 361.448px; height: 90.7636px;"><br></p><p>Judges felt this was an innovative, clearly presented event that fused professional development with community, featured clever formats, delivered impressive financial results, and clearly considered sustainability and diversity throughout.<br></p>
Event of the Year (Consumer Media)
Winner
ABR Festival, Adventure Bike Rider, Adventurize
Description
<p>Judges called this a well- rounded event as it delivered year on year audience and commercial results, had deep engagement across a rich programme, and really strengthened a community.<br></p>
Game Changer of the Year
Winner
Sarah Lovelock, B2B Marketing
Description
<p>sponsored by:</p><p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/General_Content/Combined_logo_white_1_Medium.png" style="width: 263.448px; height: 29.272px;"><br></p><p>Sarah was selected by the judges for her innovative solutions to align editorial, commercial, and data functions, ability to drive commercial gains, and commitment to understanding audience needs.</p>
Independent Publishing Company of the Year (annual publishing turnover less than £5m)
Winner
Creature & Co
Description
<p>sponsored by:</p><p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/General_Content/Pensord_Logo_White_-_No_Strapline_Medium.png" style="width: 224.448px; height: 49.3785px;"><br></p><p>Judges hailed Creature & Co. for their customer-centric transformation, integration of internal teams, impressive financial results, and commitment to sustainability.<br></p>
Independent Publishing Company of the Year (annual publishing turnover £5m-15m)
Winner
WINNER: Faversham House
Description
<p>sponsored by:</p><p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/General_Content/Pensord_Logo_White_-_No_Strapline_Medium.png" style="width: 231.448px; height: 50.9185px;"><br></p><p>Judges applauded Faversham House for their standout innovation, clear audience strategy and market knowledge, alongside their impressive event performance, and commendable sustainability and ED&I practices.<br></p>
Highly Commended
HIGHLY COMMENDED: Anthem Publishing
Description
<p>Anthem Publishing was awarded a highly commended entry for their clear strategy, market beating commercial performance, bold print-led innovation and sharp audience instinct.<br></p>
Industry Partner of the Year
Winner
WINNER: Frontline Distribution Solutions
Description
<p>Frontline was praised by judges for their strong partnership values, brilliant testimonials and sustainability credentials.<br></p>
Highly Commended
HIGHLY COMMENDED: Evessio
Description
<p>Judges awarded Evessio a highly commended entry for their AI innovation, positive customer testimonials, good retention rates and impressive results.<br></p>
Innovation of the Year
Winner
AI-driven member intelligence, Propolis, B2B Marketing
Description
<p>sponsored by:</p><p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/General_Content/ProRata_logo_reverse_Medium.png" style="width: 246.448px; height: 39.9793px;"><br></p><p>Judges praised the winners clever, integrated use of AI to turn community data into actionable insight leading to clear audience value and commercial results.<br></p>
Launch/Relaunch of the Year
Winner
User-First Relaunch: driving engagement, data capture, and financial growth, Vet Times
Description
<p>Judges recognised this relaunch for their ability to create a new opportunity for growth and achieve rapid commercial gains, broaden audience reach, and provide a new offering for their audience.<br></p>
Media Brand of the Year
Winner
Utility Week, Faversham House
Description
<p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/General_Content/Copy_of_Avid_white_1_Medium.png" style="width: 188.448px; height: 58.4573px;"><br></p><p>Utility Week was commended by the judges for their comprehensive and effective strategy across commercial growth, audience engagement, event innovation, digital expansion, editorial excellence, and organisational culture.<br></p>
Membership Publication of the Year
Winner
National Trust Magazine
Description
<p>sponsored by:</p><p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/cropped_denmaur_group-cb_logo_RGB-WHT2-150_primary_Medium_Medium.png" style="width: 304.448px; height: 84.5689px;"><br></p><p>Judges were impressed with National Trust Magazine's transformation project, with digital focussed change, ambitious editorial, and sharp design which all align with their organisational strategy.<br></p>
Newsletter of the Year
Winner
WINNER: The Saga Magazine Newsletter, Saga
Description
<p>The Saga Magazine Newsletter was awarded by judges for it's clear strategy and business rationale, clean format, and strong understanding of a digitising audience, which has led to a growth in engagement and traffic.<br></p>
Highly Commended
HIGHLY COMMENDED: Lightbulb from Prospect, Prospect Publishing
Description
<p>Judges awarded a highly commended entry for Prospect's clear newsletter strategy which increased visibility, engaged readers, and lead to impressive subscriber growth.<br></p>
Subscriptions or Membership Strategy of the Year
Winner
From Family Insights to Subscriptions Success, Creature & Co
Description
<p>sponsored by:</p><p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/General_Content/EScoLogo_White_Medium.png" style="width: 146.448px; height: 83.638px;"><br></p><p>Judges applauded this entry's rigorous, data-driven test-and-learn approach, translating audience insight and survey loops into efficient acquisition, rapid growth, and lower turnover.<br></p>
Team of the Year
Gold
GOLD: B2B Marketing Editorial and Marketing Team 'Breaking silos'
Description
<p>sponsored by:</p><p><img src="https://evessio.s3.amazonaws.com/customer/32fd9a0f-b982-423b-a8f9-48f6033c9436/event/9faf35e4-7c32-4ca5-b972-30dbc0586b1d/media/General_Content/newteam-logo_WO_Medium.png" style="width: 300px; height: 83px;"><br></p><p>Judges commended this team for a genuine commitment to enhancing existing talent, boosting staff satisfaction, and encouraging insight-led collaboration.<br></p>
Silver
SILVER: Nat Geo Kids & Little Kids Magazine Integrated Team Success
Description
<p>The judges awarded silver to a business that breaks down team barriers, enabling the wider organisation to share responsibility and boost customer and staff satisfaction.<br></p>
Bronze
BRONZE: Total Politics Impact Team
Description
<p>The judges awarded the Total Politics Impact Team bronze for their clear year-on-year growth across platforms, efficient processes, and a real team performance that leveraged insight to unlock new clients and revenue.<br></p>
Tech Solution of the Year (new for 2025)
Winner
ESco
Description
<p>Judges admired ESco for their complex, partner-led transformation that consolidated data, integrated seamlessly into workflows, and maintained service continuity at speed. <br></p>
Video Content of the Year
Winner
The World's Fastest Accountant, Sunday
Description
<p>This video impressed judges with its well executed footage, expert cross-platform repurposing, strong targeting, and above-average engagement metrics.<br></p>
Writer of the Year
Winner
John, Earls, Classic Pop, Anthem Publishing
Description
<p>John was awarded for his meticulous, engaging features and rare-access interviews, with judges noting clear audience resonance and sales uplift.<br></p>