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Abbie Smith – Global Media & Entertainment
Abbie’s approach to media research blends sharp data insight
with bold strategy, driving award-winning impact and proving
she’s not just a rising star, but a force reshaping the future of
audience planning.
Judges’ comment
Aditya Vikram – the7stars
Adi is the driving force behind innovation at the7stars,
blending tech and empathy to create solutions that empower
teams, democratise insight, and transform client relationships.
A true embracer of change, he’s rede昀椀ning the future of
Insight in our industry.
Judges’ comment
“Abbie has played a signi昀椀cant part in the development and
roll out of Globals core products helping drive insight across
the business whilst establishing herself as the go-to expert .
Her dedication and 昀氀air for simplifying insights has inspired
everyone around her. A true rising star, making a big impact
very quickly!”
“Adi has made waves with his AI wizardry and fresh ideas.
He’s grown client relationships, driven revenue and built tools
for the agency which make insight more accessible. Always
pushing boundaries, Adi champions new, inclusive approaches in
research. An unquenchable curiosity exempli昀椀es a rising star!”
Hannah Pereira – OMD EMEA - OMNICOM
Simran Gill – EssenceMediacom, WPP Media
Hannah Pereira has rapidly advanced to Senior Manager at
OMD EMEA, driving innovation in research design, automation,
and client consultancy for major global brands. Combining
technical expertise with people-昀椀rst leadership, she has
transformed ef昀椀ciency, championed inclusivity, and shaped
thought leadership programmes that position her as a key
force in the future of media research.
Judges’ comment
“Hannah’s technical 昀氀uency has revolutionized reporting
and work昀氀ow setting a new internal standard. Leading client
relationships, driving 昀氀agship global thought leadership studies
and mentoring junior researchers has solidi昀椀ed her reputation
as an emerging leader. An impactful rising star shaping the
future of media research”
Simran is rede昀椀ning what a data leader looks like — combining
analytical rigour, creative problem-solving and inclusive
leadership to deliver transformative insights, reshape global
investment strategies, and inspire the next generation of
data talent.
Judges’ comment
“Simran brings brilliant analytical skills and technical
excellence to her clients in昀氀uencing major marketing
investment decisions. Passionate about inclusive culture
she founded a cultural belonging group where minority voices
actively shape team culture. A trailblazer in data and inclusive
leadership make her a truly inspiring rising star!”
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