NZME takes home gold at Beacon Awards

AUCKLAND, Today: NZME has clinched top honours at the Beacon Awards again, taking home Media Business of the Year for the second consecutive year. This win reaffirms their leadership in the media industry.

Held tonight at Auckland’s Aotea Centre, the Beacon Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in New Zealand’s media campaigns. Media Business of the Year goes to a company with a clear vision and successful strategy.

Michael Boggs, CEO of NZME, expressed pride in the recognition, reflecting the strength of their digital, print, and audio platforms. “Winning Media Business of the Year again underscores the dedication and strategic vision of our team. It reflects our hard work, talent, and the effectiveness of NZME’s comprehensive strategy in delivering high-quality content to 9 in every 10 Kiwis*.”

NZME’s success is built on a refreshed three-year strategy focusing on digital transformation and audience engagement. Boggs added, “Our focus on digital growth in a challenging media landscape has been crucial.

“It’s an honour for the entire NZME team to be recognised for enhancing our platforms and delivering impactful media solutions across radio, digital audio, and publishing.”

It’s an honour for the entire NZME team to be recognised for enhancing our platforms and delivering impactful media solutions across radio, digital audio, and publishing.”

James Butcher, Chief Commercial Officer at NZME, highlighted the team’s commitment and innovative spirit. “This achievement reflects our team’s ongoing commitment and understanding of our strategic direction, combined with their innovative spirit and determination to win.

“At NZME we are dedicated to pushing boundaries and setting new benchmarks for our audience and clients, continually striving to innovate and deliver exceptional results.”

Butcher also extended congratulations to other finalists and winners, thanking the Comms Council for a stellar awards evening. “And of course, a big thank you to our audiences, clients and agency partners who make all of this possible,” he said.