Jury of European Marketer of the Year 2026

The jury members for 2026 are:

The jury members for this year have been selected with great care, and EMC is honored to present them (in random order):

  • Ralf Strauss (EMC)
  • Dr. Horst König (Rukapol GmbH)
  • Fleur Parnet (BAM)
  • Peter Brawand (Happy)
  • Dr. Árpád Papp-Váry (Uni BGE)
  • Colin Gordon (MII)
  • Giedre Vilke (Lithuania)
  • Marc van Eck  (TBWA)
  • Tiago Fleming (Banco Carregosa)
  • Francesca O'Brien (Swedish Marketing Association)
  • Christian Pozzoli (Swiss Marketing)
  • Fleur Porter (McKinsey)
  • Martin Huisman (EMC)
  • Zsófia Bánhegyi (Szerencsejáték Zrt.)
  • Marco Ancora (Swiss Marketing)
     

 As Ralf Strauss, EMC Chairman, states:
“We aim to set the standard for marketing excellence as a source of inspiration. Marketing is an ever-evolving profession where anyone can thrive and create real impact. At its core, marketing is about building meaningful connections.”

 

As the selection process advances, the jury continues to be highly impressed by the inspiring perspectives and depth of expertise demonstrated by the candidates.

One thing is clear: the competition is intense, and earning a place as a European finalist is already an outstanding accomplishment.

 

Let’s celebrate the exceptional work being done in marketing and continue to drive positive change across Europe.