KELLY DAY, Vice President International, Prime Video

Recognized for her visionary leadership at Prime Video, scaling its global footprint while maintaining local relevance and advancing new content and monetization strategies.

SHONDALAND / Betsy Beers

The creative powerhouse of Shonda Rhimes and Betsy Beers redefined television storytelling, raising the bar and expectations with complex female protagonists, inclusive casting and reimagining the period drama with hits like Bridgerton.

New Establishment: Celebrates emerging leaders whose creative endeavors are shaking things up.

BRIAN TANNENBAUM, Head of Originals, Roku Media

Recognized for playing a vital role in establishing Roku as a major player in AVOD with an engaging and strategic lineup of originals, sports, and Spanish-language content.

Cause + Action: Celebrates a purpose-led champion of change for their social good impact.

RI-KARLO HANDY, CEO & Founder, Handy Foundation

Recognized for creating greater diversity and inclusion by rallying partners to support mentorship and career opportunities; his efforts have not only changed individual lives but enriched the industry with fresh perspectives.

PAUL BUCCIERI, President & Chairman, A+E Networks Group

Celebrated for evolving A+E’s position as the home of premium cable channels to a global content powerhouse and digital ecosystem, ready for the new economics of the TV market.

LUIS FERNÁNDEZ, Chairman, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises

Honored for transforming Spanish-language television with groundbreaking programming and expanding Telemundo’s reach through innovative storytelling and news initiatives.

Hosted by Emmy Award-winning Entertainment Tonight anchor Nischelle Turner, the gala will take place on February 5th, 2025, as part of the NATPE Global conference at the InterContinental Miami.

The NATPE Honors Awards Gala will become an annual tradition, celebrating the most visionary leaders in entertainment and media.