Recognising the UK's most influential people in creativity and digital.
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Every year, we celebrate 100 of the people who are leading the industry right now. We’re not talking about work and projects – it’s about the leaders, pioneers, entrepreneurs, and change-makers who inspire us all.
From game-changing innovators and senior leaders to rising stars, the BIMA 100 celebrates those who inspire us, move our industry forward, and create impact.
The BIMA 100 Ceremony is one of the biggest nights in the digital industry’s calendar, attended by the top 100 brightest digital stars, judges and the wider digital community.
The 2027 BIMA 100 is now open for nominations and judge applications.
Anyone can nominate and anyone can be nominated, whether they’re a BIMA member or not. You can nominate yourself, a colleague, a client or anyone else you think deserves a spot, and past honourees and judges can be nominated too. There’s no limit on how many people you can nominate.
Choose the category, or categories, that best fit the person you’re nominating. Nominations should focus on what they’ve achieved in the last 12 to 18 months, rather than their whole career, so be specific about the impact they’ve made.
Nominating is free for BIMA members, and £150 +VAT per nomination for non-members. The entry form takes five simple steps, and supporting materials are only required for the Creatives & Designers category.
Nominations are anonymous and close on Sunday 31 January 2027.
For the people pushing technology forward, from engineers and data scientists to technical leaders, using AI and emerging tech to build products, solve problems and change how the industry works.
For leaders of businesses with a turnover of £5m or more, who are driving growth, shaping culture and setting the direction for their teams and the wider industry.
For founders and leaders of businesses with a turnover of under £5m, who are building ambitious companies, punching above their weight and making their mark on the industry.
For the clients who make great work possible. Agencies can nominate a client who’s been an outstanding partner, championing ambitious ideas, building a strong working relationship and using digital to make a real difference to their organisation.
For the people who keep great work on track, from account and client services leads to project and delivery managers, building lasting relationships and making complex projects happen.
For designers, art directors and creatives producing outstanding work, from brand and product design to experiences that set new standards. Supporting materials are required for this category.
For the people building great places to work, whether that’s leading HR and talent, developing teams, championing wellbeing or creating cultures where people thrive.
For the people using digital to make a positive impact on society or the planet, through purpose-led work, sustainability, inclusion or giving back to their community.
For strategists, consultants and advisers who are helping organisations think differently, from brand and digital strategy to innovation, behavioural science and transformation.
For students already making an impact, whether through standout projects, early career achievements, side ventures or championing digital in their community.
For rising stars aged under 30 who are already making a real difference in their roles, and are clearly ones to watch in the industry.
Every year, more than 100 industry experts help us find the BIMA 100. Judges review the nominations in their chosen categories online, then debate them with fellow judges, so it takes around one to two hours plus a live session.
It’s a great way to give back, discover the people shaping our industry and connect with other leaders. Judges need to be BIMA members, or join BIMA by Friday 18 December, when applications close. Past honourees are welcome to apply, and judges can still nominate and be nominated.
The 2026 BIMA 100 Awards Ceremony in London.
