Meet the Judges of the WT Awards 2025

As part of the newly launched WT Awards 2025, we are proud to introduce the esteemed judging panel who will play a pivotal role in recognising excellence across the global tobacco industry. These experts, drawn from a diverse range of specialisms within the sector, will evaluate all entries with care and impartiality, selecting a shortlist of five nominees in each category.

Their insights and expertise will be central to highlighting those who are shaping the future of tobacco, ahead of the
Awards Ceremony taking place on 11 November 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

Erwin Henriquez

Head of Nicotine Research
Euromonitor

Frank Magama

CEO, Tobacco Research Board t/a
Kutsaga

Marc Reisner

Editor-in-Chief
Tobacco Journal International

Mike Ridgway

Director Consumer
Packaging Manufacturers Alliance

Dr. Roger Penn

CEO
La Casucha Consulting SAS

Colin Case

Event Director
Quartz Business Media

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