Steve is an experienced communications, business development, and sales leader and seasoned expert in mobile, telecoms, and technology markets. As Managing Director of On The Button Communications he helps brands sharpen their voice and connect with key audiences. Known for driving business growth, Steve creates tailored solutions and bid strategies, using emotional intelligence and strategic insight to build trust and long-term, profitable relationships.

Stuart is an  Independent Mobile Market Analyst & Commentator who researches the consumer electronics lifecycle and protection sectors, covering trade-ins, refurbishment, insurance, extended warranties, and circular economy players.  Recent research from his Finsur bulletin includes company deep-dives, competitive analysis, and regulatory updates across device insurance providers, trade-in platforms, refurbishment operations, protection plan companies, and warranty service providers. He offers a data-informed lens on what drives real-world impact and innovation

 Stefanie is the founder of jewellery brand Renegade Pearls.  She was previously senior category manager at eBay and,, before that.  senior buyer at Sainsbury’s, leading large product categories growing seller and supplier partners,  leading projects,negotiating contracts, and securing investment to support operations for long-term growth.

John Fannon is a seasoned industry professional, who most recently ran Bastion Insurance Services' channel sales and has extensive sales and marketing experience particularly within B2B channels. John has a track record of overseeing projects spanning insurance, technology and customer-focused solutions, He is recently retired and brings pragmatic insight and understanding of market dynamics and business performance to the judging panel

James is MD of Graystone Strategy, a consultancy specialising in the telecoms, media and MVNO space. James is a recognised telecoms expert, blogger and commentator. He has more than 30 years' experience across telecoms, retail, MVNOs and MVNEs. and has held C Suite roles with mobile networks, MVNOs and retailers. James regularly hosts and contributes to telecoms conferences globally.

Med is an established distributor of new and refurbished mobile phones with J7 Enterprise, combining commercial insight with market knowledge. He brings an expert  view of how products move through markets. Med's experience evaluating operational strength, customer value and channel performance adds a practical, execution-focused perspective to the judging process.

Janice is head of sales Europe for sales and marketing agency Highlands. She has over 15 years of experience in consumer electronics, telecoms, secondary tech and the circular economy. Janice has built strategic relationships with B2B, major retail, and online channel partners across Europe, cultivating partnerships, developing strategic accounts and growing profitable channels, identifying customer needs to deliver solutions.

Kelly leads UK market expansion and partner ecosystem growth at consumer electronic and lifestyle products distributor AQIPA Gear Guru, bringing experience across distribution, retail and product strategy. At organisations such as Fonua she built high-performing teams and developed an understanding of customer needs, channel dynamics and innovation in accessories and consumer electronics

Emeka is a seasoned circular economy industry expert with over 25 years of experience in the mobile and technology sectors. Before moving to Reuse Technology, he was Head of Commercial at Mazuma Mobile,where he led growth of the UK business, whilst spearheading expansion into European markets. In 2022 he co-founded Mobi Market, a secondary market reseller in 2016, which was later acquired by Twig a UK Fintech in a multimillion Pound deal.

Rakesh has spent 25 years in Telco working with start-up subscription businesses. He wrote the business case for Tesco Mobile and introduced postpay and was at giffgaff where he launched its indirect channel and introduced handsets, both brands now have over 9m users between them. His roles have spanned commercial, finance and operations for MVNO/sub brands to optimise growth and profitability.

Lewis has extensive experience scaling eCommerce and value-recovery operations across Europe and the UK. Known for driving profitable growth, customer-centric strategies, and operational excellence, he combines strategic vision with hands-on execution. His ability to identify market opportunities and deliver measurable returns makes him an insightful judge of initiatives that reshape mobile commerce and customer value propositions.

Daniel is the CEO of TMTI, a specialist tech support company transforming the way businesses think about customer care.  TMTI helps organisations reduce unnecessary product returns, cut waste and deliver better outcomes for customers. Daniel is passionate about building smart, customer-centred support strategies that drive commercial performance while creating measurable environmental impact across the technology and consumer electronics sectors

David is a well-connected figure within the circular economy community, focused on fostering collaboration across sustainability-driven networks. He produces the Circular Connect newsletter and is familiar with business models, secondary markets and environmental impact. He is a promoter of innovation that advances long-term value,  responsible resource management

Colin is an experienced circular-economy and recommerce executive. Formerly with Back Market, and now with Reebolo, he has played a key role in developing partnerships and marketplace growth. He brings deep sector insight and practical expertise in refurbished technology, sustainability, and go-to-market strategy.