Rising Star PR Professional of the Year 2026
Winner
Sarah Puttock, People's Partnership
The initial judging round and journalist vote that followed both marked Sarah as a clear winner.
“Sarah has clearly made a big impact in a short time in a notoriously crowded market,” observed one judge, “her contact list is impressive”.
A second judge noted Sarah’s “increases in media coverage, output and productivity” and “pro-active approach to engaging journalists”. “Definitely a rising star!” proclaimed another judge.
Shortlist:
Sophie Barber, Finder
Crofton Bonney, Square 1 Media
Kirsty Cantwell, Plum
Amelia Duck, OneFamily
Frances McNab, Rathbones
Beth Meyer, Aviva
Sarah Puttock, People's Partnership
Gloria Teichmann, TopCashback
Elisha Wijesekera, VCCP Roar