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
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
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
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
Marc McCabe-O’Kelly – 3116
Nominee’s name: Marc McCabe-O’Kelly Nominated by: Self Nominee’s age: 28 Nominee’s Story: I am a MLRO, Compliance & Risk Consultant and Company DIrector based and raised on the Isle of Man. I work for a newly started Virtual Asset Service … Read More
Lottie Owen – 3100
Nominee name: Lottie Owen Nominee age: 21 Nominated by: Ben Welsh Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: Lottie is a content creator/social media manager based in Peel, Isle of Man. She has recently started her business venture by diving into … Read More
Tags: Collaboration, Creativity, Disruptor, Entrepreneurship
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
Lauren Grimshaw – 3121
Nominee name: Lauren Grimshaw Nominee age: 29 Nominated by: Donald Edwards Relationship to nominee: Employer Their story: Lauren is a Client Manager with Atla Fiduciaries Limited, part of the Atla Group. She works directly with our clients representing what’s best … Read More
Tags: Collaboration, Creativity, Leadership
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 Moore – 3075
Nominee name: John Moore Nominee age: 26 Nominated by: Emma Quirk Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: Having known Josh since he was in high school and taking part in various Gaiety productions it has been nothing short of a … Read More
Jessica Lewis – 3108
Nominee’s name: Jessica Lewis Nominated by: Self Nominee’s age: 30 just shy of 2 weeks from my birthday Nominee’s Story: My name is Jessica also known as pixelkittymedia online I am a self taught editor I post my art work … Read More
Tags: Achievement, Creativity, Leadership
Jenny Chan – 3068
Nominee name: Jenny Chan Nominee age: 26 Nominated by: Emily Gibson Relationship to nominee: Colleague Their story: Jenny is one of the creative leads at the craftworks studio, a paint your own pottery studio in Castletown. Jenny is an astounding … Read More
Tags: Creativity, Innovation, 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Daniel Martin – 3058
Nominee name: Daniel Martin Nominee age: 29 years old Nominated by: Guy Wood Relationship to nominee: Colleague Their story: Dan is a driven entrepreneur and digital innovator who has made a significant impact on the Isle of Man’s business landscape. … Read More
Tags: Creativity, Disruptor, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Trailblazer
Ariane Monds – 3032
Nominee name: Ariane Monds Nominee age: 28 Nominated by: Jack Igglesden Relationship to nominee: Partner Their story: Ariane is an exceptional professional whose contributions to the Isle of Man community and economy are truly remarkable. After completing her university studies, … Read More
Tags: Creativity
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
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
Robyn Freestone – 3060
Nominee name: Robyn Freestone Nominee age: 24 Nominated by: Noah Tonks Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: Robyn is a hardworking, open minded and passion driven person. Her work at The Bridge has brought many people together and made a … Read More
Hannah Clayton – 3014
Nominee name: Hannah Clayton Nominee age: 26 Nominated by: Rachel Goldie Relationship to nominee: Friend Their story: Hannah has created a great social media platform to dispel the stigma around mental health and enforce the fact that no one knows … Read More
Tags: Community Impact, Creativity, Trailblazer
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
Ammo Yeardsley – 3103
Nominee name: Ammo 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