Nominee name: Vaishnavi Ghugari Vaishnavi Ghugari Nominee age: 25 Nominated by: Keiron Murray Keiron Murray Relationship to nominee: Employer Their story: Vaishnavi arrived in the Island late in 2024 joining her partner John, a Manxman, who she met at University … Read More
Thomas Mcnee – 3087
Nominee name: Thomas Mcnee Nominee age: 18 Nominated by: Karl Moore Relationship to nominee: Employer Their story: Tom joined Utmost International in 2022 at the youthful age of 16. From the outset, it was clear that he was not only … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Collaboration, Creativity, Disruptor, Trailblazer
Tara Donnelly – 3054
Nominee name: Tara Donnelly Nominee age: 27 Nominated by: Jo Clague Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: Tara is an exceptional Accountant working for Delloite. She is well thought off by her clients and work colleagues. Director Laura rates her … Read More
Sam Halliday – 3118
Nominee name: Sam Halliday Nominee age: 23 Nominated by: Joanne Aldred Relationship to nominee: Colleague Their story: Sam moved to the Island just over 3 and a half years ago. After settling on the Island he secured the position of … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Collaboration
Robert Noon – 3044
Nominee’s name: Robert Noon Nominated by: Self Nominee’s age: 29 Nominee’s Story: Won the Isle of Man men’s golf championships for the third year in a row. The first person to do so since 1982-1984 Beyond their job: Represents the … Read More
Tags: Achievement
Ricka Hermogenes – 3095
Nominee name: Ricka Hermogenes Nominee age: 26 Nominated by: Somkiat Khuenkhoksung Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: Ricka plays a key role at Cubbin & Bregazzi and Magazzino, where her talent for interior design shines through in the way she … Read More
Rachel Quayle – 3117
Nominee name: Rachel Quayle Nominee age: 28 Nominated by: Karl Moore Relationship to nominee: Employer Their story: Born in the Isle of man in 1996, Rachel attended Braddan Primary School and Ballakermeen High School, after which she left the Island … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Collaboration, Disruptor, Leadership
Oliver Hall – 3122
Nominee name: Oliver Hall Nominee age: 28 Nominated by: Adedeji Johnson Relationship to nominee: Colleague Their story: Oliver Hall works as the Operations Manager for the Standard Bank of South Africa (Isle of Man) Branch, SBSAIOM. Throughout his career, Ollie … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Collaboration, Creativity, Innovation, Trailblazer
Niamh Cowin – 3078
Nominee name: Niamh Cowin Nominee age: 26 Nominated by: Emma Ames Relationship to nominee: Colleague Their story: Niamh only joined Zurich on the Isle of Man in 2023, but her talent and determination has seen her career progress quickly. She … Read More
Nathan Lunt – 3066
Nominee name: Nathan Lunt Nominee age: 26 Nominated by: Phoebe Harwood Relationship to nominee: Partner Their story: Nathan is the Head of Strategic Partnerships at Digital Isle of Man, part of the Department for Enterprise. In this role, he leads … Read More
Michael Valerga – 3012
Nominee name: Michael Valerga Nominee age: 28 Nominated by: Breisha Valerga Relationship to nominee: Family Their story: Michael is an amazing, motivated person who definitely deserves recognition for his work! Michael started with SUEZ in 2016 as an Energy from … Read More
Michael Carter – 3129
Nominee name: Michael Carter Nominee age: 23 Nominated by: Karolina De Gruchy Relationship to nominee: Colleague Their story: Michael is a young, ambitious, and highly motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. His maturity, strong work ethic, and eagerness … Read More
Max Beard – 3120
Nominee name: Max Beard Nominee age: 24 Nominated by: Karl Moore Relationship to nominee: Employer Their story: Max is employed for Utmost International as an Automation Developer. Within his role, Max mainly focusses on Data Automation and has worked across … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Collaboration, Creativity, Innovation, Trailblazer
Lily Wolter – 3047
Nominee name: Lily Wolter Nominee age: 28 Nominated by: Georgia Anteney-Hoare Relationship to nominee: Family Their story: Lily grew up on the Isle of Man with her brother Jack Wolter. She has always been exceptionally musically gifted having achieved grade … Read More
Kiri Shipsides – 3119
Nominee name: Kiri Shipsides Nominee age: 28 Nominated by: Karl Moore Relationship to nominee: Employer Their story: I am delighted to nominate Kiri Shipsides for the 30under30 Award. Kiri works with us at Utmost International Isle of Man, and already … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Collaboration, Leadership
Kiera Raleigh-Hammond – 3061
Nominee name: Kiera Raleigh-Hammond Nominee age: 23 Nominated by: Jules Armitage Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: I am a personal trainer and have trained Kiera since she was 19. Kiera was meant to go to Queens university in Belfast … Read More
Kasey Lachenicht – 3102
Nominee name: Kasey Lachenicht Nominee age: 29 Nominated by: Emma Sayle Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: Kasey moved back to the Island after studying and teaching in London and Austria, and brought back her love of movement and connection … Read More
John Corner – 3010
Nominee name: John Corner Nominee age: 28 Nominated by: Vaishnavi Ghugari Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: John was born in Douglas and received his education at Ramsey Grammar School. He is currently working as a radiographer at Noble’s Hospital … Read More
Jennifer Merrick – 3088
Nominee’s name: Jennifer Merrick Nominated by: Self Nominee’s age: 27 Nominee’s Story: I own and run Just Jenny’s / Pretty cakes and bakes. Just Jenny’s originally started as Pretty Cakes & Bakes working from home offering offering custom orders. In … Read More
Isla Gale – 3052
Nominee name: Isla Gale Nominee age: 20 Nominated by: Lindsey Fraser Relationship to nominee: Family Their story: Isla started fishing from an early age, going to sea at weekends and holidays. At age 15 she earned an apprenticeship to work … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Disruptor, Leadership, Sustainability, Trailblazer
Greg Watson – 3084
Nominee name: Greg Watson Nominee age: 22 Nominated by: Leigh Morris Relationship to nominee: Employer Their story: Greg was born and raised in the Isle of Man where he developed a passion for wildlife, assisting with local bird and bat … Read More
Grace Harrison – 3131
Nominee name: Grace Harrison Nominee age: 21 Nominated by: Gill Poole Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: Grace Harrison studied Outdoor Education at University of Cumbria, achieving a First Class Honours in 2024. She is now volunteering with beach school … Read More
Gavin Turnbull – 3076
Nominee name: Gavin Turnbull Nominee age: 27 Nominated by: Brandon Mellows Relationship to nominee: Colleague Their story: Gavin has moved to the Isle of man having stayed and holidayed here previously. Gavin brings extensive experience of care at home and … Read More
Fern Ripton – 3008
Nominee name: Fern Ripton Nominee age: 22 years old Nominated by: emma Birtles Relationship to nominee: Family Their story: Fern although struggles with Dyslexia, against all odds, passed her Maths GCSE by studying constantly, she was offered a unconditional place … Read More
Eric van der Merwe – 3037
Nominee name: Eric van der Merwe Nominee age: 28 Nominated by: Daniel Scott Relationship to nominee: Colleague Their story: Eric’s story is a testament to resilience, self-belief, and the power of perseverance. After facing bullying he elected to complete is … Read More
Emily Gibson – 3082
Nominee name: Emily Gibson Nominee age: 26 Nominated by: Ellie Smith Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: Emily works at craftworks studio. This involves helping customers with their pottery painting designs, picking out pieces for them to paint, glazing and … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Community Impact, Creativity
Ella Cowin – 3055
Nominee’s name: Ella Cowin Nominated by: Self Nominee’s age: 25 Nominee’s Story: I have my own business Port Mooar Productions (PMP). I graduated uni in 2020, and due to the climate with Covid I set up my own business. I … Read More
Elizabeth Blae Cain – 3096
Nominee name: Elizabeth Blae Cain Nominee age: 22 Nominated by: Charlotte Cain Relationship to nominee: Family Their story: Blae is a coach. Through and through, chances are if you’ve got a child on island they’ve been coached by Blae. Blae … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Community Impact, Leadership, Trailblazer
Dr. Erin McNulty – 3033
Nominee name: Dr. Erin McNulty Nominee age: 29 Nominated by: Tim McNulty Relationship to nominee: Family Their story: Erin arrived on the island aged 6 when we relocated from the UK. She was educated at Ballaugh School and, later at … Read More
Tags: Achievement
Daniel Richmond – 3026
Nominee name: Daniel Richmond Nominee age: 23 Nominated by: Holly Shea Holly Shea Relationship to nominee: Partner Their story: Dan launched his business, Richmond Performance & Massage in October 2022 at the age of just 20, after completing his sports … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Trailblazer
Daniel Cretney – 3125
Nominee name: Daniel Cretney Nominee age: 27 Nominated by: Max Thomas Relationship to nominee: Colleague Their story: Danny is the proud owner of Down South, a functional fitness gym in Balthane, Ballasalla which has been running for almost 2 years … Read More
Daniel Collister – 3013
Nominee’s name: Daniel Collister Nominated by: Self Nominee’s age: 23 Nominee’s Story: Despite having a difficult childhood (loosing my mum when I was nine), I have remained positive and set up my own business Collister Administrative that provides high quality … Read More
Charlie Davison – 3062
Nominee name: Charlie Davison Nominee age: 22 Nominated by: Joe Tiketh Relationship to nominee: Colleague Their story: When you sit down with Charlie and get to know and how he started to get to where he is now, the guy … Read More
Callum Rowe – 3123
Nominee name: Callum Rowe Nominee age: 24 Nominated by: Jade Boylan Relationship to nominee: Colleague Their story: Cal Rowe is a professional musician and the current Arts Graduate Intern for the Isle of Man Arts Council. Not only is he … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Collaboration, Creativity, Leadership, Trailblazer
Caitlin Cowin – 3034
Nominee’s name: Caitlin Cowin Nominated by: Self Nominee’s age: 28 Nominee’s Story: I own a dance school called Theatrix Theatre Company since 2020 for children and adults. Including myself there are 7 teachers involved in the school. We teach multiple … Read More
Caitlin Barlow – 3079
Nominee name: Caitlin Barlow Nominee age: 25 Nominated by: Laura Dalton Relationship to nominee: Colleague Their story: Caitlin is a Band 6 Nurse Practitioner at Hospice Isle of Man – working within the Clinical Nurse Specialist team who are the … Read More
Brooke Harrison – 3130
Nominee name: Brooke Harrison Nominee age: 23 Nominated by: Gill Poole Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: Brooke Harrison is a Playworker with Isle of Play. Brooke graduated from Edgehill University in July 2023 with a BSc with Honours in … Read More
Brad Meechan – 3115
Nominee name: Brad Meechan Nominee age: 29 Nominated by: Dina Hill Relationship to nominee: Colleague Their story: Brad’s journey is a testament to his passion and entrepreneurial spirit. A Castle Rushen High School graduate, Brad pursued his love for music, … Read More
Beth Lewis – 3086
Nominee name: Beth Lewis Nominee age: 24 Nominated by: Karl Moore Relationship to nominee: Employer Their story: Beth’s career in the life insurance industry with Utmost International shows her dedication, remarkable growth, and commitment to her role and both the … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Innovation, Leadership
Becky Corkish – 3067
Nominee name: Becky Corkish Nominee age: 27 Nominated by: Angie Aire Relationship to nominee: Family Their story: Becky works for Manx Telecom but has a deep passion for developing women’s and girls’ football on the Isle of Man. She has … Read More
Beccy Cookson – 3105
Nominee name: Beccy Cookson Nominee age: 29 Nominated by: Phoebe Harwood Relationship to nominee: Employer Their story: Beccy is Marketing Manager at the Department for Enterprise and in her role makes an outstanding contribution to the work of the Department, … Read More
Anna Shaw – 3065
Nominee name: Anna Shaw Nominee age: 28 Nominated by: Lydia Shaw Relationship to nominee: Family Their story: Anna owns a business on the Isle of Man called fitkids. She has owned this business now for 7 years. I am Anna’s … Read More
Anika Colligon – 3069
Nominee name: Anika Colligon Nominee age: 21 Nominated by: Sarah Brooks-Lund Relationship to nominee: Colleague Their story: Anika joined us at Scoill Phurt le Moirrey in September 2024 as an Education Support Officer. She had previously worked in nurseries and … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Community Impact, Creativity
Ana Rafaela Correia – 3073
Nominee name: Ana Rafaela Correia Nominee age: 29 Nominated by: Sarrasvathy P Relationship to nominee: Employer Their story: Rafaela is a remarkable young professional whose journey in hospitality began with her family’s business 10 years ago in the Isle of … Read More
Ammar Hammad Khan – 3097
Nominee’s name: Ammar Hammad Khan Nominated by: Self Nominee’s age: 26 Nominee’s Story: Ammar is a future trainee advocate at a local law firm in Douglas. Raised in Douglas and having attended Ballakermeen High School, Ammar completed his education at … Read More
Alex Marshall – 3063
Nominee name: Alex Marshall Nominee age: 26 Nominated by: Barry Marshall Relationship to nominee: Family Their story: He won apprentice of the year for motor engineering, he is now an amazing motor engineer at the garage who took him on. … Read More
Alex Kneale – 3114
Nominee name: Alex Kneale Nominee age: 23 Nominated by: Karl Moore Relationship to nominee: Employer Their story: My name is Karl Moore and I am the Chief Executive at Utmost International on the Isle of Man. I would like to … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Disruptor, Entrepreneurship, Leadership
Aimee Freegard – 3098
Nominee name: Aimee Freegard Nominee age: 28 Nominated by: Nick Quayle Relationship to nominee: Employer Their story: Aimee was born and raised on the Isle of Man. She undertook her GCSEs and A-Levels at St Ninians High School and went … Read More
Adam Roberts – 3030
Nominee name: Adam Roberts Nominee age: 21 Nominated by: Will Bexon-Ingham Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: Starting out in 2021 ADR Valeting has continuously evolved and improved. Adam is an exceptionally hard worker working day in day out give … Read More
Abi Kermode – 3038
Nominee name: Abi Kermode Nominee age: 28 Nominated by: Laura Gill Relationship to nominee: Employer Their story: Abi is a dynamic and influential young professional making a significant impact in the world of iGaming who is breaking new ground and … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Leadership, Trailblazer
Aaron Underwood – 3057
Nominee name: Aaron Underwood Nominee age: 21 Nominated by: Tracy Underwood Relationship to nominee: Family Their story: My son Aaron launched his business in April 2022. He traveled to the UK to complete a three-month course in tree arboristry and … Read More
Alex Johnston – 3043
Nominee name: Alex Johnston Nominee age: 23 Nominated by: Nina Moore Relationship to nominee: Family Their story: Alex is a Manx born and bred final year physiotherapy student, studying at Manchester Metropolitan University. In 2024 Alex won the Physiotherapy Sports … Read More
Ambrose McCartney – 3015
Nominee name: Ambrose McCartney Nominee age: 24 Nominated by: Adam Drummond Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: Ambrose is a dynamic and hardworking leader whose unwavering dedication to his work and people has been pivotal in shaping the success of a fast-growing startup in … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Collaboration, Creativity, Innovation, Leadership
Ammon Yeardsley – 3103
Nominee name: Ammon Yeardsley Nominee age: 29 Nominated by: Ben Yeardsley Relationship to nominee: Family Their story: Ammon is a multi-talented musician, DJ, and music producer with a long history in live performance as a vocalist, bassist, guitarist and all … Read More
Caitlin Ball – 3124
Nominee name: Caitlin Ball Nominee age: 23 Nominated by: Bernie Johnson Relationship to nominee: Family Their story: Caitlin found herself in a position that she finished university that , she had loath to contact with old school friends and she … Read More
Ella Goodwin Jones – 3023
Nominee name: Ella Goodwin Jones Nominee age: 28 Nominated by: Ealish Helen Corlett Ealish Corlett Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: Ella Goodwin-Jones is a talented and driven Media Executive at Isle of Man Advertising & PR, a full-service communications … Read More
Matthew Collister – 3128
Nominee name: Matthew Collister Nominee age: 28 Nominated by: Jade Foster Relationship to nominee: Collaborated on an event Their story: Matthew, is the founder of Seamlessly You, a tailoring and alterations business serving the Isle of Man community from his … Read More
Kennedy Thompson – 3101
Nominee name: Kennedy Thompson Nominee age: 28 Nominated by: Leandra Lawler Relationship to nominee: Family Their story: Kennedy Thompson is the Learning Disability Liaison Nurse for Manx Care, working within the Community Nursing Service on the Isle of Man. In … Read More
Callum Staley – 3072
Nominee name: Callum Staley Nominee age: 26 Nominated by: Nick Collins Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: Callum began establishing businesses at a young age, launching his first business, CJS Photography in 2009 when he was just 11 years old. … Read More
Hadyn McLarney – 3021
Nominee’s name: Hadyn McLarney Hadyn McLarney Nominated by: Self Nominee’s age: 28 Nominee’s Story: I am a stockbroker at Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management, providing investment advice and trade execution services with approx. £160m of assets under administration that I have … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Collaboration, Disruptor, Leadership, Trailblazer