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The PPA represents the specialist publishing industry, uniting members who foster communities by driving audiences’ professional and personal interests. Representing a thriving sector of global giants, independent trailblazers, B2B specialists, and data and information providers. Our diverse membership embodies the essence of multi-platform magazine media today. www.ppa.co.uk Instagram: @PPA_Live
Industry
Business Content
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
London, London
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
1913
Specialties
Publishing, Digital content, Magazines, Media, Journalism, Data, Public Affairs, and Resources
Locations
Employees at PPA
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- Curation of the PPA Festival agenda is well underway. Earlier this week we brought together PPA members to spark ideas and ensure the content delivers what is front of mind for trusted editorial brands. Watch this space, the first-look agenda will be landing next month. You can expect themes such as monetising social media; how to organically grow your newsletter audience; what the next generation of consumers want; the importance of a happy workforce; and so much more. A big thank you to... Jo Adams, Marketing Director, New Scientist Jessica Barclay, Head of People, Haymarket Media Group Nicola Bates, Chief Commercial Officer, Bauer Media Group Alex Bharadwaj, Content Development Specialist, The BMJ Deborah J., Editor Julian Linley, Consultant Sarah Marshall VP, Audience Strategy, Condé Nast Mel McVeigh, Head of Digital, PPASajeeda Merali, Merali, CEO, PPAPoppy Nash, Managing Editor, Who What Wear UK, Future Daniel Pearce, CEO, TTG Media Chanté Piette-Valentine, Senior Project Manager and Commercial Video Manager, Time Out Group plc Daniel Smith, Managing Director, MA Agriculture, Mark Allen Abi Spooner, Strategy Partner, AtlasMichelle Whitehead, Sustainability Lead, Immediate Amanda Wigginton, CMRS, Customer Strategy, Data & Insight Specialist Eilidh Wilson, Head of Policy & Public Affairs, PPAHannah Bray, Managing Director - Commercial & Events, PPA Holly Dudden, Head of Events & Marketing, PPA Join us on Wednesday 7 May for a day of exploration and inspiration designed to empower you and your teams with ideas and practical insights to drive your business forward. Super early bird tickets on sale now, find out more here: https://lnkd.in/euhvAWfB #PPAFestival
- It promises to be an insightful session - find out more 👇👇👇
Will you be at Media Week Live next Wednesday? Don't miss our session - Building influence, trust, and connection for advertisers: How editorial brands engage communities and drive impact. In today’s content-saturated world where consumer attention is at a premium, how can brands forge meaningful connections, cultivate trust, embrace community, and get results? This in-depth discussion will cover how trusted editorial brands connect with consumer needs, help brands spark engaging conversations, and align advertisers with their core brand values. You'll hear from... 📱Sajeeda Merali, CEO, PPA Magnetic 📱Rob Biagioni, Managing Director UK, Time Out Group plc📱Amanda Wigginton, CMRS, Customer Strategy, Data & Insight Specialist 📱Will Hooker, Marketing Lead, Uber Eats Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/ejjrDrGA -
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Today is your last chance to secure early bird entry rates for the PPA Awards 2025. All you have to do is fill out the entry form (you can use placeholder text and information for now) and complete the transaction (via card or by raising an invoice). You'll then have until Monday 17 February to edit and finalise your entry. In addition to the early bird discount, PPA members and independent publishers receive further discounts. Start your entry now: https://lnkd.in/d47GebdiEarly bird rate deadline: 23:59 Monday 20 January.#PPAAwards - Your Friday listening is sorted! In this episode of the PPA's I Found Myself in Publishing, Nav Pal, Studio Manager at Haymarket Media Group sits down with Shez Iqbal to share her story of starting out as a university dropout and rollercoaster operator to becoming a podcast pro. We hear insights into building mental resilience, the future of publishing, AI, digital transformation, the influence of young professionals, and the importance of diverse voices in shaping the industry. You can listen to this episode and more on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/gAPCCk99Episodes of I Found Myself in Publishing are released fortnightly. You can listen along wherever you usually get your podcasts.#FindYourselfInPublishing #IFoundMyselfInPublishing
- Have you started your entry for the PPA Awards yet? Complete the entry form (placeholder text and documents are fine for now) by Monday 20 January 2025 to secure early bird discount, with the ability to edit your entry before the final deadline of Monday 17 February 2025. With over 30 categories to enter, including some new ones for 2025, the Awards recognise outstanding work across consumer brands and business media. Here's a taste of what you can expect on the night and hear from a handful of our winners last year. Find out more and enter here: https://lnkd.in/d47Gebdi #PPAAwards
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Lisa Smosarski, Editorial Director of Stylist Magazine has been announced as the new Chair of the PPA’s Next Gen Board. She commented: “Fostering talent is essential for securing the future of our industry. This initiative looks to tackle some of the challenges facing our sector from a new perspective, and I’m thrilled to be involved. Our goal is to inspire action that is driven by our next generation of leaders.” Lisa will be joining mentors: 📚 Adrian Newton, Commercial Director, New Scientist📚 Jackie Scully CMgr CCMI, MAC, Executive Director, Think📚 Stuart Forrest, Global SEO Director, Bauer Media Group📚 Sophie Eke, Chief Marketing Officer, ARC 📚 Sajeeda Merali, CEO, PPA Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eH4Uv2Mx #PPANextGen - Enter the PPA Awards today: early bird discount available until Monday 20 January - here's how... ⭐Select the categories you'd like to enter ⭐Fill out the entry form (placeholder text and documents are fine for now) ⭐ Complete the transaction (select invoice or pay by card) ⭐ You'll then have until Monday 17 February to edit and finalise your entry With over 30 categories to enter, including some new ones for 2025, the Awards recognise outstanding work across all job functions and businesses that drive deep engagement with specialist audiences. Eligibility period: 1 January 2024 – 31 January 2025. View the categories and criteria here: https://lnkd.in/eQUhU5i9 #PPAAwards
- In this episode of our recently launched podcast, I Found Myself in Publishing, award-winning reporter Maliha Shoaib from Vogue Business shares her journey through journalism and championing diversity, inclusion, and sustainability in today’s media landscape. As a PPA Next Gen Board member, Maliha discusses how young voices are making publishing more inclusive, reflecting on how she got her foot in the door, and the challenges of balancing journalistic integrity with innovation. You can listen to this episode and more on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/gAPCCk99Episodes of I Found Myself in Publishing are released fortnightly. You can listen along wherever you usually get your podcasts.#FindYourselfInPublishing #IFoundMyselfInPublishing
- The 2025 PPA Awards are open for entries! There are over 30 categories to enter, including six new ones... 🏆Best Digital Product or Service 🏆Best use of AI 🏆Digital Changemaker(s) of the Year 🏆Digital Publisher of the Year 🏆Tech Partner of the Year 🏆Video Content of the Year We encourage entries from all job functions and businesses that drive deep engagement with specialist audiences. Complete the entry form by Monday 20 January 2025 to secure early bird discount, with the ability to edit your entry before the final deadline of Monday 17 February 2025. Plus, PPA Members and Independent Publishers receive additional discount on top of early bird rates. Everything you need to know: https://lnkd.in/d47Gebdi #PPAAwards
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What a year it has been - 2024 has seen great partnerships and initiatives from across the sector. Before you clock off for the festive period and firmly shut your laptop until January, make sure you check out our highlights and insights from... 💡Ben Chesters, MD Clients, UK & Global, Hearst UK💡Nicola Bates, Chief Commercial Officer, Bauer Media Group - UK Publishing 💡Mark Russell, Executive Director - Business Operations, Condé Nast💡Cath Waller – MD Advertising, Immediate💡Andy Williams – Chief Revenue Officer, DC Thomson💡Victoria Chappell, Senior Director – Core Marketing, Future plc 💡Rob Biagioni, Managing Director – UK, Time Out Group plcRead them here: https://lnkd.in/eA7Ysvz9