At REACH, we are incredibly proud to be the headline sponsors of the 2026 Media Week Awards.

This year is particularly special as it marks the 40th anniversary of the awards, four decades of recognizing the innovation, creativity, and brilliance that drives the UK media industry forward. But as we reflect on the incredible legacy of our industry, we also want to look to its future.

Introducing ‘Win a Seat at the Table’

Industry awards are fantastic celebrations of hard work and success, but all too often, the emerging talent do not get the opportunity to attend. We want to change that narrative.

That is why we are thrilled to launch Win a Seat at the Table, a brand-new initiative designed specifically to champion the next generation of media professionals. We are giving emerging talent across the media landscape the chance to experience the magic of the 40th Media Week Awards firsthand, celebrating alongside the best in the business.

We are inviting media agencies to nominate standout members of their team who deserve to be in the room. From these nominations, eight exceptional individuals will be selected to join a dedicated Reach table on the night of the awards.

This initiative is about much more than just a ticket to a great party. It is a unique opportunity for emerging talent to:

• Connect with peers: Build a valuable network with other rising stars from agencies across the industry.

• Experience the spotlight: Get a front-row seat to the industry’s biggest night and see top-tier media campaigns celebrated live.

• Feel recognised: Enjoy a well-deserved night of celebration, fine dining, and inspiration in a room full of industry leaders.

If you are an agency leader, director, or manager, this is your opportunity to reward someone who consistently goes above and beyond. We are looking for individuals who bring fresh perspectives, relentless energy, and a true passion for media to their roles every day.

Help us give the future leaders of our industry a night to remember. Please submit your nominations here by 17:00 Thursday 10 September.

Let’s toast to the future of media together!