Rising Star of the Year (B2B) 2026
Winner
Linus Uhlig, for work at Investment Week
Two finalists stood out for the judges, and following a lively debate, Linus Uhlig was agreed upon as the winner, for his work while at Investment Week.
The panel was impressed by how Linus established himself as a key voice on the ‘Saba saga’, highlighting how he “clearly owned the discourse around this story”. “Linus, in all three articles displays an excellent investment analytical writing style,” added one judge, remarking that “he also delivered a fantastic expose into a risky product which will reach a wider audience and go some way to educate consumers as well as a B2B audience”.
Highly Commended
Julian Bovill, Citywire
Judges had high praise for Julian Bovill’s “excellent collection of articles”. “Showing an aptitude for a range of styles and a breadth of scoops, Julian is clearly an effective and impressive journalist,” commented one judge. “This sort of tenacity and initiative is what makes an outstanding journalist,” added another.
Shortlist:
Julian Bovill, Citywire
Sofia Gerace, MLex
George McDade, Insurance Times
Harry McNeil, for work at Insurance Times
Harriet Scott, Insurance Times
Linus Uhlig, for work at Investment Week