Billie Baier

Co-Head of Marketing at Spotify UK & Ireland

Billie Baier is Co-Head of Marketing at Spotify UK & Ireland, with over 15 years of experience championing music, fashion, and youth culture. At Spotify, she leads artist and playlist marketing, alongside major cultural partnerships like the BRITs, Glastonbury, Notting Hill Carnival, and Drumsheds. With a background at Red Bull and Dr. Martens, Billie has built a career creating authentic, youth-focused campaigns that connect brands to the next generation through music and subculture. She’s passionate about supporting emerging talent and building platforms where young voices can thrive.

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Kristin Jarrett

Equity & Impact Lead, Spotify

Kristin Jarrett is working to transform the audio industry through creativity, culture, and equity and uplift voices too often left unheard. Kristin designs strategies for Spotify’s Cultural Moments and Creator Equity Initiatives that help champion a more inclusive future for artists, creators, listeners, and employees. Kristin has launched new audio projects from underrepresented voices including the CultureCon Uncut podcast with Founder and CEO, Imani Ellis and the Open Doors Fund to preserve grassroots music spaces and nurture young talent in the UK. Through Spotify’s  NextGen program, she’s helped deliver over $1M in scholarships, creator tools, and programming to students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and in young creator communities, helping to usher in the next generation of artists and creators. 

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Hannah Ciotkowski

Marketing Manager – B2B, Ticketmaster UK

With over six years of experience in the entertainment industry, spanning music and global sport, Hannah plays a key role in shaping B2B marketing strategy at one of the world’s leading ticketing platforms. She leverages content and insights to strengthen partnerships with promoters, venues, and clients - driving business growth and enhancing Ticketmaster’s value across the live entertainment sector. Hannah began her career in the charity sector, delivering music and entertainment to hospitals and older people’s communities. This early experience cemented her belief in the power of music to uplift, connect, and make a difference. Alongside her industry role, Hannah is also a recording artist and songwriter, with multiple Top 10 tracks on Beatport and collaborations spanning acoustic, dance, and EDM. Her combined creative and commercial perspective gives her a unique, holistic view of the music landscape. As a Youth Music Awards judge, Hannah is passionate about championing emerging talent and celebrating the next generation of music creators.

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Patrick Healy

Director of Business Development at RSL Awards

Patrick has over 15 years experience working with grassroots music projects across Schools, Colleges and Training organisations around the UK. In his role as Director of Business Development at RSL Awards he aims to ensure that young people aiming to work in the creative industries have access to industry relevant qualifications that can support them on their journey. Alongside his work at RSL, Patrick has been a third division promoter, a fourth division music writer and now blogs about new music when he has time at electricsoundofjoy.com 

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Ellie Prohan

DJ, Presenter, Radio Host

Hailing from West London, has quickly established herself as a prominent figure in the industry as a DJ, presenter, and radio host. A passionate music lover, talented DJ, and strong advocate for women, intersectionality, and marginalized communities, Ellie is now a leading name in the music industry. As she heads into 2025, Ellie is set to make waves as the new host of Ellie on Kiss, airing Monday to Thursday from 7-9pm. This flagship programme places the station’s music-loving audience at the heart of it all, curating the most listened-to, watched, streamed, and shared tracks that are currently trending.

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Olivia Stock

Staff Writer, DJ Mag

Olivia Stock is a music and culture journalist from Oxford, UK. For the past two years, she has worked for DJ Mag as their Digital Staff Writer, where she helms the magazine’s new music premiere section, curates DJ Mag’s new community resource directory — spotlighting opportunities for emerging musicians and industry professionals — and writes profiles on some of electronic music’s most promising new talents. In her spare time, she can be found stage left for her favourite DJs, roaming around art galleries, or foraging for the next big thing™.

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Joss Meek

Partner at Wired PR

Joss Meek is a Music & Talent Publicist and partner at Wired PR, with over 12 years of experience in the creative industry. She’s worked with some of the UK’s most influential artists, including AJ Tracey, Central Cee, and Chase & Status, helping shape their narratives and amplify their voices. Known for her grounded, people-first approach, Joss is passionate about championing talent, building long-term careers, and paying it forward- always happy to offer honest advice and industry insight.

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Nick Reilly

Content Editor, Rolling Stone UK

Nick Reilly is the Content Editor of Rolling Stone UK and a culture journalist with over a decade’s experience in the industry. He was part of the launch team that brought the iconic title to the UK in 2021 and now heads up online operations. In his time at the publication he’s interviewed everyone from Ozzy Osbourne to ABBA, Sharleen Spiteri to Stephen Graham. He is most likely to be found at a gig.

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Luke Huxham

Managing Director at Broadwick Live

Luke Huxham is the Managing Director at Broadwick Live and has over 15 years of experience creating some of the UK’s most beloved music festivals and venues. Since joining Broadwick Live in 2012, Luke has been instrumental in transforming the company from a boutique festival business into a leading independent music promoters, developer and operator of large-scale cultural destinations. He has played a key role in reimagining and revitalising iconic spaces like Printworks, Drumsheds, and Brooklyn Storehouse, turning them into world-renowned venues. Driven by a passion for adapting spaces to give them new leases of life, Luke's work focuses on placemaking and the creative reuse of urban environments. He is also committed to nurturing the next generation of talent through Broadwick Live Presents—a platform that supports emerging artists and helps guide them from grassroots stages to future headliners.

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Dev Griffin

Radio Presenter, DJ and Producer

Dev brings a wealth of industry experience to the Youth Music Awards 2025 panel. He first rose to fame as a presenter on BBC’s Smile, and went on to build a successful career at 1Xtra, Radio 1 and now Heart FM. Alongside his radio work, Dev is a music producer (as Joziff Jordan), a seasoned DJ, and a regular presenter at major cultural events like the BAFTAs and BRITs. His career spans TV, music and storytelling—making him a brilliant advocate for the next generation of creatives.

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Mary Mandefield

Journalist and Presenter

Mary Mandefield is an award-winning journalist and presenter, known for using her platform to amplify underrepresented voices. She currently hosts Hits Radio’s early breakfast show, and recently won the Debut Presenter award at the TV Foundation’s New Voice Awards. From Channel 4 documentaries to BBC News, podcasts, and mentoring schemes, Mary’s work combines media impact with a commitment to equity in the creative industries—making her an ideal Youth Music Awards 2025 judge.

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Bethan Elfyn

Senior Content Producer & Presenter, BBC Radio Wales

BBC Radio Presenter (credits include BBC Radio One, BBC 6Music, BBC Introducing, BBC Wales), Event Curator, New Music Champion, DJ and festival host. Currently BBC project manager of “Horizons” a new music project – supported by BBC Wales and Arts Council. Horizons is a talent development partner at the Excite network with 9 other countries in Europe, and Bethan is also an Anchor jury board member for the Reeperbahn festival 2025.

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Kemi Rodgers

TV & Radio Presenter

Kemi Rodgers is a presenter, DJ, and radio host with a deep passion for music and a proven ability to connect with audiences. She currently hosts Capital’s mid-morning show and has fronted music series for Universal, as well as a documentary for Warner Music. Kemi is also a familiar face on the festival circuit and brings hands-on industry experience across radio, TV, and live events. Her energy, industry insight, and commitment to spotlighting new talent make her a brilliant addition to the Youth Music Awards 2025 judging panel.

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