Spotlight
LISA
IMA 2024: Influencer of the Year
Lalisa Manoban, widely known as “Lisa” from BLACKPINK, secured the prestigious 'Influencer of the Year' title at the 2024 Influencer Magazine Awards (IMA). In a highly competitive public voting campaign, she edged out top contenders like Taylor Swift. With hundreds of thousands of votes cast, this title stands as the most esteemed recognition at IMA.
Akinyemi Odutola
IMA 2024: Tech Influencer of the Year
Akinyemi Odutola is a seasoned network professional with over 15 years of expertise in network infrastructure and security. Specializing in both cloud and on-premises systems, he has successfully led mission-critical projects, including data center upgrades, hybrid network deployments, and multi-cloud security implementations.
Nizam Abdul Khadar
IMA 2025 (E1): Digital Transformation Leader of the Year
Nizam Abdul Khadar is a trailblazing force in digital transformation, redefining cybersecurity with AI-powered solutions. With over two decades of experience, his expertise in application security and machine learning has set new industry standards, making enterprises more resilient in the face of evolving threats.
Lola Owolabi
IMA 2025 (E1): Social Entrepreneur of the Year
Lola Owolabi, FRSA, FInstLM, MA, is an internationally recognized transformational leader, executive coach, and empowerment advocate with over 16 years of experience in leadership development, entrepreneurship, and personal transformation. She has Master’s degree in Coaching from Warwick University and fellowships at the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) and the Institute of Leadership and Management (FInstLM).
Jennifer Laurantius
IMA 2025 (E1): Rising Star Award
Jennifer Laurantius is a fashion designer and the founder of JVLAURNT, a New York City–based brand dedicated to ethical, upcycled, and purpose-driven fashion. With a diverse background in design, styling, branding, and content creation, she uses her platform to advocate for responsible practices in fashion while weaving in her passion for humanitarian causes and social justice.
Kishore Panda
IMA 2025 (E1): International Recognition Award
Kishore Panda is a seasoned Murex Credit Risk Analyst, Cloud Solution Architect, and Data Leader with over a decade of experience in data design, technology, Murex credit risk management, product transformation forecasting, data engineering, and machine learning (ML).
Simba Xu
IMA 2025 (E1): New Star of the Year
Simba Xu is a child prodigy in music and philanthropy. At just seven years old, he has composed and independently created 20 well-received songs, showcasing a remarkable understanding of melody and musical expression. Supported by his mother, Ms. Yan Jing, Simba has developed a passion for music that sets him apart as a young and promising artist.
Dr. Verna Caddie
IMA 2025 (E1): Woman Entrepreneur of the Year
Dr. Verna Caddie is an experienced founder and leader in the non-profit organization management industry, known for her dedication to empowering individuals and fostering positive change. With a strong background in Nonprofit Organizations, Coaching, Event Management, Editing, and Executive Coaching, she has built a career centered on mentorship, leadership development, and advocacy.
Venugopal Reddy Depa
IMA 2025 (E1): Tech Pioneer Award
Venugopal Reddy Depa, an accomplished Integration Developer with over nine years of experience specializing in MuleSoft solutions, API development, and system migrations. His work has significantly enhanced operational efficiency for various organizations, driving seamless B2B integrations and reducing processing times in high-stakes projects.
Dr. Calynn Lawrence
IMA 2025 (E1): Social Impact Champion
Dr. Calynn Lawrence is an American mental and spiritual wellness expert, social scientist, and entrepreneur known for her advocacy in holistic healing and social impact. She is the Founder and Programming Director of The Holistic Healing Source for Marginalized Society, an initiative dedicated to providing accessible mental health resources, affordable professional training, and collaborative partnerships aimed at supporting underserved communities.
Holly Cotton
IMA 2025 (E1): Author of the Year
Holly Cotton is a powerhouse in the literary world, using her expertise as a Registered Nurse with a Master’s in Nursing to create transformative works that bridge the gap between health, wellness, and personal growth. A best-selling author, wellness expert, and media personality, Holly has built an impressive catalog of books dedicated to mental health, relationships, self-discovery, and resilience.
Check back soon to see the full lineup of winners!
Global Recognition for Our Winners
Every winner of the Influencer Magazine Awards receives worldwide recognition, with their achievements featured in over 200+ prestigious news portals, including AP News, Fox News, ABC, CNBC, and more. The official press release is also made available on Bloomberg Terminal and other leading platforms to make it global.
A Landmark Moment
Recently, through our partnership, our winners had the incredible opportunity to appear on Times Square, New York, marking a lifetime achievement and further solidifying their global influence.
LISA Wins 'Influencer of the Year' at IMA 2024!#LISA #IMA2024 #InfluencerOfTheYear #InfluencerMagazineUKhttps://t.co/wMR4EVCeeJ pic.twitter.com/rSbEBnyja0
— Influencer Magazine UK (@influencer_uk) October 1, 2024
[UCC] #BLACKPINK’s #LISA has been crowned the “Beauty Mogul of the Year” at the Influencer Magazine Awards 2023 in the UK https://t.co/0g5CmJpdIs
— allkpop (@allkpop) October 4, 2023