Since being appointed Editor-in-Chief of Esquire UK in April 2025, Teo has successfully engineered a 360 reinvention of the brand, boosting its presence across platforms, revitalising its visual identity, and reinvesting in print. Crucially, he has reimagined Esquire as a cultural compass, advocating for a more considered, purposeful form of masculinity rooted in values, artistry and enlightenment.

An author, award-winning journalist and podcaster, Teo began his career in journalism in 2010, serving as Style Director for Esquire UK and British GQ before joining Soho House as Global Editorial Director in 2022. His memoir, The Closet, was published by HarperCollins in 2023.

Jim is managing director of Arc Network’s financial services business, which includes Incisive Media, Marketing in Partnership (MiP), and The Financial Services Forum. His career has encompassed leadership roles in B2B media and data companies including a previous stint at Incisive from 2007 to 2014.

Jim joined Arc in 2025 after over a decade at IDG, where he held a series of senior commercial and operational management roles including as managing director for UK, Western Europe, and Nordics; and vice president of events for Europe.

Anca Babor is the Director of Publishing and Events at BMJ, a global leader in healthcare knowledge with a mission to create A Healthier World. In her role, Anca shapes the strategic vision and drives investments across BMJ’s Publishing and Events division, curating an innovative portfolio of best in class medical journals, dynamic events, and impactful content designed to empower researchers and medical professionals worldwide.

In the past 12 years at BMJ, Anca has held roles in strategy, acquisitions and has overseen key growth initiatives in India and China, like the setup of the China Publishing strategy. She has championed venture investments in the company, spearheading partnerships with early-stage companies to accelerate BMJ’s innovation agenda and deliver real-world healthcare solutions.

Earlier in her career, Anca built deep expertise in strategy, sales, and portfolio management with Thomson Reuters Graduate Management Programme, Shell and GSK. She holds an MBA degree from INSEAD and brings a unique blend of commercial acumen, strategic insight and leadership

Paul joined Bauer Media Publishing as Head of People in September 2025. With over 15 years’ experience across media, broadcasting and advertising including BBC and ITV, he partners with leaders to build high-performing teams, strengthen culture and drive engagement. Paul is a passionate advocate for inclusion and proudly sponsors Bauer’s Enable Belonging Crew.

Lewis Corner joined Time Out in January 2025 and became Head of Content UK later that year. Previously named Editor of the Year (Consumer Media) at the PPA Awards 2023, Lewis brings over 15 years’ experience across digital, social, print and live experiences. He’s led award-winning teams and content at some of the UK’s most influential media brands, and is known for sharp editorial instinct, cultural curiosity and building ambitious, fast-moving content teams.

Josephine Watson is TechRadar's Managing Editor - Social & Engagement, overseeing TechRadar's team of new format and operational efficiency experts. Josephine is an award-winning journalist (PPA Next Gen 2024), having previously written on a variety of topics, from lifestyle to pop culture to gaming and even the energy industry, joining TechRadar to support general site management. She is based in London.

Tim Willoughby is Managing Director of MA Exhibitions. Over a career spanning more than 25 years, he has launched, grown, and led media and events businesses across a diverse range of industries. Before joining Mark Allen in 2020, Tim was COO of Ocean Media Group and previously held senior leadership roles at emap and Informa, working with FTSE 100, private equity-backed and privately owned businesses.

Phil is currently the Managing Director of Newsquest Specialist Media, Insurance Brands. With a track record of building high-performing teams, fostering an entrepreneurial culture, and leading transformational change across subscriptions and marketing solutions across multiple businesses, Phil has extensive strategic experience in launching commercially successful digital and AV propositions, webinars, conferences, exhibitions and Awards in the UK, Europe and Asia

Jerome Pannell is a Senior Marketing Manager at Credit Strategy, part of Shard Financial Media, where he leads marketing across major B2B events, conferences and awards programmes in the financial services and credit sectors. With experience driving audience growth, commercial engagement and brand visibility, Jerome brings a practical understanding of what makes events, campaigns and publishing-led communities genuinely connect with their markets. He was named a PPA Next Gen Award winner in 2025.

Freya Parr is Deputy Editor of National Trust Magazine, where she leads the production of the magazine and its award-winning interactive digital product, as well as driving digital-first distribution strategies through new partnerships, helping engage a readership of over five million members.

Alongside her editorial leadership, Freya is a freelance journalist, editor and digital consultant, specialising in arts, culture and nature. She previously served as Editor of Drama & Theatre Magazine and Digital Editor of BBC Music Magazine, where she remains a regular contributing critic. She also moderates live events for cultural venues across the UK and writes Tideworn on Substack.