This award recognises the agency that demonstrates exceptional expertise and specialisation in audio advertising. Judges will consider the agency's proven track record in delivering successful campaigns within this specific medium and its ability to meet clients' advertising objectives effectively. The winning agency will stand out for its commitment to excellence, creative prowess, and ability to drive results through the power of audio advertising.

This award recognises the very best in sales teams who have evidence of financial success, collaboration with brands and agencies, innovation and an acknowledgement of advertiser needs, as well as the media owners’ audience. The winning team should showcase a strong track record of building and maintaining long-term relationships with advertisers and agencies, fostering trust and mutual success. Additionally, the sales team of the year should display effective teamwork, communication, and adaptability in navigating the ever-evolving landscape of audio advertising. This award aims to honour the sales team that has made a significant impact on the industry, contributing to the success and recognition of audio advertising as a powerful and effective medium for brands.

This award honours the publisher, platform, or network that fosters exceptional audio advertising delivery. Quality, reach, collaboration, audience diversity, targeting capabilities, insights and the use of innovative ad formats to enhance the overall audio advertising experience will all be taken into account. The winning company should provide robust measurement and analytics tools, successful partnerships with brands and content creators, and seamless ad integration.

This award celebrates a content creator who has demonstrated innovation and collaboration to nurture brand partnerships. Judges will evaluate the creator's ability to seamlessly integrate brand collaborations into their content, delivering authentic and value-driven experiences for both the audience and the partnering brands. The winning candidate should showcase a proven track record of forming successful, long-term relationships with brands that align with their own mission and values. This award aims to honour an individual who has exemplified excellence in building and sustaining brand partnerships, contributing to the growth and recognition of the podcasting industry as a powerful platform for meaningful collaborations.

This category is open to candidates that have been working in creative audio roles for under 5 years. The award celebrates an emerging talent in the field of audio advertising creative, recognising an individual who has demonstrated exceptional creativity and innovation in their work. Judges will consider the rising star's ability to craft engaging and memorable audio ads or brand partnerships that resonate with audiences and effectively convey the brand's message.

This category is open to candidates that have been working in commercial audio roles for under 5 years. This award celebrates an up-and-coming talent that has shown exceptional skills and achievements in driving revenue growth within the audio advertising industry. Judges will evaluate the rising star's ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and brands, demonstrating a deep understanding of their advertising needs and objectives. The winning candidate should showcase innovative sales strategies and a proactive approach to identifying new business opportunities.

This award celebrates an exceptional creative or production team that has demonstrated outstanding talent, innovation, and contributions within the audio advertising industry. Judges will evaluate the team's ability to conceptualise and execute captivating and memorable audio campaigns that resonate with audiences and effectively promote brands. The winning team should showcase a fresh and innovative approach to storytelling, sound design, and messaging, pushing the boundaries of traditional audio advertising.