How we ’re recognizing the next generation of leaders

Year-after-year, industry lists honor executives in prominent roles who are already in the headlines. But, what about the leaders you haven't heard about yet -- the ones still making a name for themselves?

The Future Leader Awards, presented by Digiday, Glossy and Modern Retail, recognize the next generation of leaders across media and marketing, fashion, beauty and retail. These aren’t the regular top-level executives who are on the industry speaking circuit. Instead, we see this as a way for companies to showcase their emerging leaders and begin to put them on their industry’s radar.

Last year’s winners hailed from PepsiCo, PopSugar, Allbirds and more. You can read more about what made them stand out here and submit your future leaders for this year’s awards below. Enter before the early deadline on November 20 to get the best rate on entries.

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Brand
Awarding an individual at a brand who is emerging as a leader at their organization and throughout the industry.

2020 Winner: Mike Jeong, marketing manager, PepsiCo

Publisher
Awarding an individual at a publisher who is emerging as a leader at their organization and throughout the industry.

2020 Winner: Gwendolyn Rahn, senior director, client services, PopSugar

Agency
Awarding an individual at an agency who is emerging as a leader at their organization and throughout the industry.

2020 Winner: Arafel Buzan, co-lead, Mindshare’s Neurola

Technology Provider
Awarding an individual at a technology provider who is emerging as a leader at their organization and throughout the industry.

2020 Winner: Annie Wazer, vp of client operations, Stylitics

Interested in being a judge? Submit your nomination below.