ExchangeWire’s Ad Tech Personality of the Year and Ad Tech Rising Star awards consistently honour the trailblazers of our industry. Have your say in nominating this year’s winners before entries close on Friday, 8th August.  

The Wires is all about celebrating the very best of the ad tech scene. In November, we’ll come together for the ninth year to revere the innovation, creativity, and resilience of companies and individuals in the industry.  

Categories this year span the sector, from social, video, mobile, and campaign, to AI and sustainability. We’ve also introduced a new category this year: Best Independent Agency Campaign. And of course, ExchangeWire’s most coveted awards… 

Ad Tech Personality of the Year Award 

This award celebrates individuals who have significantly influenced the ad tech industry. It aims to recognise those who have made a substantial impact and have consistently contributed to the growth and betterment of the sector. 

Last year, we crowned MiQ’s Zuzanna Gierlinska as Ad Tech Personality of the Year. Zuzanna is an industry veteran with over 20 years of experience across the digital marketing ecosystem. Over the years, she has shared her expertise with ExchangeWire on topics including CTV and AI. 

Ad Tech Rising Star Award 

This award celebrates individuals less established in the industry, but who have nonetheless had a notable impact. It shines the spotlight on the unsung heroes of the sector. 

Last year’s award for Ad Tech Rising Star went to DoubleVerify’s Anya Libova. Anya has been playing a significant role in the ad tech industry, particularly through the AdTech Connect initiative which aims to create opportunities for the next generation of ad tech professionals through networking events and workshops. 

Who has made their mark on the ad tech industry this year? Who has influenced ad tech and made a consistent contribution? It’s your last chance to submit an entry, with the deadline on Friday at midnight PST. 

Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on Thursday, 13th November 2025.