Digiday Media Announces the Future Leader Award Winners

The future is now, am I right? Digiday Media is absolutely stoked to present the Future Leader Award winners – a group of absolute rockstars who are totally killin’ it in the world of brands, agencies, retail, and publishing.

These aren’t just your average Joes and Janes; these folks are the real deal. They’re all about making a real difference – think sustainability, social impact, and, oh yeah, crushing those business goals. Their secret sauce? A killer combo of innovative strategies and leadership skills that would make even the most seasoned execs do a double take. Get ready to be inspired, folks!

Highlighting Exceptional Winners

Ian Robinson – Digiday Future Leader in the Publisher Category

Role: Director of Partnerships, New York Times Advertising

This guy’s a total game-changer. Ian spearheaded a massive multi-million dollar collab with Michelob Ultra, The Athletic, and The New York Times – all about giving women’s sports the spotlight they deserve. Talk about a power move!

Impact:

• He’s all about riding that cultural wave, and when it comes to championing sports equity, he’s leading the charge.
• We’re talking about securing the first-ever organic editorial shout-out for a brand on The Times homepage and social media. How’s that for a mic drop?
• Strategic vision? Check. Technical expertise? Double check. Unwavering dedication? This guy wrote the book.

Regan Przybyl – Digiday Future Leader in the Brand Category

Role: Vice President of Brand Marketing, MNTN

Regan’s the mastermind behind MNTN’s B2B marketing, taking it from zero to hero and solidifying the company’s spot at the top. We’re talking about next-level marketing genius here.

Impact:

• Picture this: The Season premiere of “Shark Tank”. Ryan Reynolds casually strolling in to pitch MNTN during a commercial break. Yeah, Regan made that happen.
• She’s got her finger on the pulse, successfully targeting entrepreneurs and big-time consumer brands, basically expanding MNTN’s customer base like it’s nobody’s business.
• Impactful campaigns are her jam, and they’re consistently driving major growth for MNTN. This is what winning looks like, people.

Marie-Louise Winther – Glossy Future Leader in the Fashion Category

Role: Vice President of Design, Dagne Dover

Marie-Louise is all about proving that sustainability and style can totally go hand-in-hand. As the VP of Design, she’s leading the charge on product design, and let me tell you, she’s killing it.

Impact:

• We’re talking six – count ’em, six – new multi-million dollar collections, with five of them rocking that recycled materials vibe. Saving the planet and looking good doing it? Sign me up!
• She’s all about walking the walk, implementing eco-friendly design practices that seriously minimize waste and material usage. Mother Earth approves.
• But wait, there’s more! Marie-Louise is also a master at creating a positive and crazy creative work environment, where teamwork makes the dream work.

Nicole Mullady – Modern Retail Future Leader – Digitally-Native

Role: Vice President of Marketing, Dagne Dover

Hold onto your hats, folks, because Nicole’s about to drop some serious marketing knowledge. As the VP of Marketing, she’s been absolutely crushing it, driving crazy good results across the board and basically turning Dagne Dover into a household name.

Impact:

• Remember that time Dagne launched “Almost Vintage,” their super cool resale platform? Yeah, that was all Nicole. Talk about promoting upcycling and customer engagement like a boss!
• Oh, and let’s not forget about Dagne’s killer affiliate program – another one of Nicole’s brainchildren. It’s basically a goldmine for earned media, and everyone knows that’s where it’s at.
• But the real kicker? Under Nicole’s leadership, Dagne’s been absolutely killing it in the growth department, achieving a mind-blowing 30% CAGR over the past three years. Yeah, this lady knows how to get things done.

Complete List of Winners:

Get ready to be impressed, people, because this year’s lineup of winners is seriously next-level:

• Digiday Future Leader – Agency: Nicole Palmer, Nebo
• Digiday Future Leader – Brand: Regan Przybyl, MNTN
• Digiday Future Leader – Publisher: Ian Robinson, New York Times Advertising
• Digiday Future Leader – Technology Provider: Doina Josan, Adapex, Inc
• Glossy Future Leader – Beauty:
  • Ashley Banks, Iced Media
  • Joshua Britton, Debut
• Glossy Future Leader – Fashion: Marie-Louise Winther, Dagne Dover
• Glossy Future Leader – Wellness: Selom Agbitor, Mad Rabbit
• Modern Retail Future Leader – Digitally-Native: Nicole Mullady, Dagne Dover
• WorkLife Future Leader – DE&I: Aaliyah Manning, Eva NYC
• WorkLife Future Leader – HR: Keely Antonio, FeelSwell Experiences
• WorkLife Future Leader – Recruiting: Justin Elloitt, Fusion92

A Celebration of Innovation and Impact

This year’s Digiday Future Leader Awards weren’t just about recognizing individual achievements; they were about celebrating the future of these industries. These are the folks who are pushing boundaries, challenging the status quo, and basically rewriting the rules of the game.

What really sets these winners apart is their unwavering commitment to making a real difference in the world. Whether it’s championing sustainability, advocating for social justice, or just making sure their companies are forces for good, these are the leaders who are shaping the future we want to see.

Join the Movement

Inspired by these incredible changemakers? Feeling that entrepreneurial itch? Well, guess what? The Digiday Future Leader Awards aren’t just a one-time thing!

If you’re ready to join the ranks of these industry trailblazers, head over to the Digiday website and sign up for those all-important deadline reminders, entry tips, category recommendations, and all that good stuff. Trust me, you don’t want to miss out on this opportunity to shine!