Simon Kilby, Managing Director

This has been a defining year for Simon Kilby. As Managing Director of Bauer Media UK, he has led one of the company's biggest commercial transformations, guiding the integration of Clear Channel, launching audioXi and leading more than 500 colleagues through significant organisational change. Alongside this, Simon has become one of the advertising industry's strongest advocates for trusted media, using industry platforms to challenge advertisers to think differently about trust, responsibility and where they invest. Under his leadership, Bauer has delivered exceptional commercial growth while strengthening its position at the forefront of digital audio and helping shape the wider industry conversation.