The Lovie Awards enters its 16th season at a pivotal moment for creativity and technology. As the European benchmark of the Webby Awards, the Lovies recognise the projects, teams, and ideas shaping Europe’s contribution to the Internet while setting a new standard for digital excellence that works for everyone.

Europe has always been a creative mosaic. Multiple languages, traditions, and approaches to technology are working in tandem to create something no single culture could produce alone. From the creative pulse of the UK and Ireland to the precision and regulatory leadership of DACH and Benelux. From the design-driven innovation of the Nordics to the craft and commerce shaping France, Iberia, and Italy. And from the rising digital ambition of Central and Eastern Europe.

At this defining moment for the Internet, IADAS, the judging body of The Webby Group continues to grow with some of the most respected voices across Europe’s digital landscape. With deep expertise across digital media, technology, and Internet culture, they will help review and benchmark the work, setting the standard for European Internet excellence.

Meet the latest experts joining the Judging Academy for the 16th Annual Lovie Awards.

Alberto Alemanno 🇫🇷, Founder, The Good Lobby

Alberto Alemanno is the Jean Monnet Professor of European Union Law at HEC Paris and a visiting professor at the College of Europe in Bruges and Natolin. One of the leading voices on the democratisation of the European Union, he researches participatory governance and democratic innovation in the transnational space. He is the author of more than sixty scientific articles and a dozen books, and a regular contributor to Le Monde, The Guardian, Project Syndicate, and Le Grand Continent, with commentary across Euronews, BBC World News, France24, and Al-Jazeera. His work has been featured in the Financial Times, The New York Times, and The Economist. Recognized by the World Economic Forum, Schwab Foundation, Ashoka, Friends of Europe, and Politico, he is originally from Italy and a graduate of Harvard Law School and the College of Europe, with a PhD from Bocconi University.

Ayamé 🇬🇧 Content Creator, Presenter, and Host, In Ayamé We Trust

Ayamé is a content creator, presenter, and podcast host with a global following of 4 million. Known for her viral TikTok videos and hilarious skits, Ayamé has a highly-engaged audience across all platforms. She has collaborated with major brands such as Netflix, Loewe, Warner Brothers, Sky TV, Spotify, BOSS, and many more.

Cindy Richter 🇩🇪 Head of Marketing at Lufthansa

Cindy Richter is Head of Marketing at Lufthansa. Prior to that, as Head of Campaigns & Partnerships, she played a leading role in guiding the introduction of the Yes! communication platform and the new Lufthansa Insights content ecosystem. Cindy Richter advocates for the continuous use and further development of digital media to drive the transformation of marketing communication. She is passionate about consistently expanding the Lufthansa brand as a platform and partner for cultural worlds such as fashion, art, and design.

Thomas Walters 🇬🇧 Co-Founder, Billion Dollar Boy

Thomas co-founded global creator marketing business Billion Dollar Boy in 2014. The business incorporates 180-person advertising agency Billion Dollar Boy; creator marketing identification, management & reporting software Companion; & creator economy-focused business FiveTwoNine. The business operates in 65 markets across North America, EMEA, LATAM, & APAC.

Aydha Mehnaz 🇫🇷 Global Brand Relations Lead, Moynat

Aydha Mehnaz is the Global Brand Relations Lead at Moynat in the LVMH group. She is in charge of VIP, media relations, and influence across all international markets. Previously, Aydha served as the Head of VIP and Media Relations at Mugler within the L’Oréal Group, where she forged pivotal partnerships that positioned the brand at the forefront of fashion and pop culture in recent years. She is a Forbes 30 Under 30 2024 Honoree in International Media and Marketing. Aydha began her career in fashion as a digital creator, quickly advancing to become the youngest communication lead and a founding team member of Sailor by Epyllion, the largest lifestyle brand in her native Bangladesh.

Megan Davies 🇬🇧 Managing Director, International, ACAST

Megan Davies is Managing Director, International at Acast, the world’s leading independent podcast company. She joined in 2018 to launch Acast’s international sales team and now leads its expansion into new markets, growing opportunities for creators and advertisers across established and emerging podcast markets. Previously Head of Sales for InMobi France & Benelux, she has a strong background in digital advertising and adtech. Megan is a French and Hispanic Studies graduate from Queen Mary University of London.

Kenny Eshinlokun 🇩🇪 Founder, Taboo

Kenny Eshinlokun is a brand and marketing professional with over 10 years of experience across the music and creative industries, specialising in partnerships, PR, radio promotion, streaming strategy, and artist development. She is the founder of Taboo, a consultancy connecting artists and brands to create authentic and impactful campaigns, and co-founder of The Black Music Summit, a social enterprise creating opportunities and dialogue for Black professionals in the music business. Kenny is passionate about supporting creatives and advancing collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity across the industry.

Julian Douglas  🇬🇧 Group CEO, VCCP London

Julian Douglas has over 25 years of industry experience, with roles at WCRS, BBH, TBWA, and Grey before joining VCCP in 2008 to lead the agency’s founding account, O2. As Group CEO, he leads VCCP’s international expansion across North America and APAC, working with clients including White Claw, Google, Shell, and PepsiCo. He is Chair of the UK Advertising Export Group, former IPA President (2021–2023), Chair of Black Representation in Marketing (BRiM), a Trustee of the Disasters Emergency Committee, and founder of Lucky Voice Private Karaoke.

Marie Raimbert-Galtier 🇫🇷 Managing Director, Jellyfish France

Marie Raimbert-Galtier is Managing Director of Jellyfish France, leading the global digital marketing company known for its integrated approach to media, data, creativity, and technology. With 20 years of experience in talent management, she joined Jellyfish nine years ago and has played a key role in its transformation and international growth, including the integration of 18 acquisitions and expansion across 36 offices worldwide. Originally from Réunion Island, she champions diversity and collaboration while driving digital transformation for leading global brands.

Have what it takes to set the benchmark for digital excellence in Europe? Prove it on the Lovie stage.

We’re thrilled to welcome new Lovie Judges to the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences. Living and working in countries across Europe, our Jurors review work in Deutsch, English, Español, Français, Italiano, Nederlands, and Svenska.

Enter your work by the Early Entry Deadline Friday, 8 May to get your work in with early pricing.