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The wait is over. The 2026 Next of the Best shortlist is here. Who made the cut? Find out now.
We caved. The Next of the Best Awards deadline is extended to May 1. Flex your bench strength and enter your best...
Meet the c-suite elites who are judging the 2026 Next of the Best Awards, and get your work in front of industry...
Q4 has started and the EOFY sprint is on. The days are counting down until Next of the Best Awards.
Stop the Easter panic. Use these 4 expert productivity hacks to survive the short weeks and submit your awards entry.
Identify your superpower and claim your place among the industry’s operational titans.
Winning a Next of the Best award advanced John Guanzon's career. Here is why he says you need to enter the 2026...
Mediaweek’s Next of the Best Awards 2026 focuses on the leaders driving commercial impact across the media and marketing industry.
'I’d like to show people [what I can do] as opposed to tell them. I think it holds more value.'
'I’m focused on creating work that genuinely connects, shows up meaningfully in culture, and pushes creative boundaries across formats.'
'It's not just about delivering results, it's about creating the conditions for others to thrive.'
'For publishers, pivoting to diversify reach, with social, video, and platform-native storytelling is now more crucial than ever.'
A week on from the win, Paoliello shared what the recognition means to her, her achievements and successes, and meaningful career advice...
Mellington spoke to Mediaweek about the importance of "breaking the norms", his hot take on the current state of media planning and...
Congratulations to all our shortlisted finalists and the winners. Here's a snapshot of the evening
'These winners are not just the next generation, they’re already making an awe-inspiring impact today.'
On Friday June 13, the Next of the Best Awards return to Sydney, spotlighting the rising stars who are defining the future of...
'I probably am addicted to the stress. That’s not uncommon, from what my peers say.'
