JUDGES
Our leading panel of judges are industry professionals who have in-depth experience of running events. Each of our judges are allocated an award category and vote independently and separately to score each entry. They then meet to share scoring and discuss feedback to consolidate the 1st, 2nd and 3rd places.
Blake Kotenbrink
Senior Vice President, Group Director, Momentum Worldwide
With over 25 years of leadership in experiential marketing, Blake Kotenbrink has made a significant impact across both B2B and B2C sectors. His expertise spans collaborations with some of the world’s most esteemed brands in industries such as finance, retail, culinary, travel and hospitality, and lifestyle.
Blake developed a global perspective on marketing, conferences, and events during his tenure in Barcelona, Spain, where he helped launch the prestigious Diagonal Mar Centre, a mixed-use commercial hub including the CCIB exhibition center (Centre de Convencions Internacional de Barcelona).
One of Blake’s career hallmarks include a 14-year working history with American Express, where he specialized in crafting bespoke experiences for the Consumer Card Product and orchestrating impactful conferences and B2B events for the Business Card Product.
Since joining Momentum Worldwide in July 2021, Blake has been instrumental in the Business Leadership and Growth Teams. He collaborates closely with clients on innovative B2B and B2C initiatives for renowned brands including ABM Industries, Chanel, Max Mara, The Boca Raton, and Dubai Watch Week. His strategic vision and dedication to creating memorable experiences continue to drive success in the experiential marketing landscape.