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Zonda Earns 15 Neal Award Nominations for Excellence in Journalism

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The Home Building-Centric Magazines Represent Across 10 Best-of Categories for Writing, Editing, Design, and Events

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., March 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Zonda publications and events have been honored with 15 nominations for the 71st annual Jesse H. Neal excellence in journalism awards. The nominations span five publications: BUILDER, ARCHITECT, Affordable Housing Finance (AHF), Multifamily Executive (MFE), and the Journal of Light Construction (JLC); and ten best-of categories representing every facet of the business—writing, editing, design, and events.

Zonda has a long-standing reputation for setting the standard in the industry through integrity, innovation, and excellence in content, writing, and design. “These nominations mark yet another year of recognition, reinforcing our ongoing commitment to editorial quality and industry leadership,” said Steve Ladurantaye, Senior Vice President, Content, and Editor in Chief, BUILDER. “Year after year, our publications continue to earn top honors, a testament to our team’s dedication to delivering insightful, impactful, and visually compelling content that informs and inspires our audiences.”

The Jesse H. Neal Awards are the most prestigious editorial honors in the field of specialized journalism. Named after Jesse H. Neal, the first managing director of American Business Media, the Neal Awards were established in 1955 to recognize and reward editorial excellence in business media.

Nominations by category:

Best Art Direction for a Cover”Grade A Solutions” in MFE”Selling Season” in BUILDERBest Brand-Related EventAHF LiveElevateBuilder 100Best CommentaryAli Wolf’s Economics in BUILDERKevin Oakley’s Commentary in BUILDERBest Industry CoverageVince Salandro in BUILDERBest Instructional Content”Training the Trades” in JLCBest Overall Art Direction/Design”Man of the Land” in BUILDERBest Profile”Keep on Moving” in BUILDERBest Single Article”United Homes” by Leah Draffen in BUILDER”Cultivating Communities” by Symone Strong in BUILDERBest Single IssueBuilder of the Year edition of BUILDERBest Subject-Related PackageBuilder of the Year edition of BUILDER

Winners will be announced at the Neal Awards ceremony on April 26 in New York City. Learn more about the Neal Awards and view all 2025 award finalists at https://siia.net/neals/2025-neal-awards-finalists/.

Visit ZondaHome.com or follow us on LinkedIn and on Instagram @zondahome for continued updates and information.

About Zonda
Zonda provides data-driven housing market solutions to the homebuilding industry. From builders to building product manufacturers, mortgage clients, and multifamily executives, we work hand-in-hand with our customers to streamline access to housing data to empower smarter decisions. As a leading brand in residential construction, our mission is to advance the home building industry, because we believe better homes mean better lives and stronger communities. Together, we are building the future of housing.

About BUILDER
BUILDER is the No. 1 resource—via its award-winning journalism and industry events—for anyone involved in new-home construction. Primarily focused on the single-family sector, BUILDER strives to help home builders manage their operations, large and small, more efficiently and profitably. Residential construction pros turn to BUILDER for housing-related news, market analysis, design trends, M&A deals, building product coverage, and more.

About ARCHITECT
Architect Magazine is the premier source for architecture industry news and building resources for the industry professionals. Gain access to leading industry professionals who depend on Architect’s collection of real-world projects, cutting-edge technology, and sound business advice to excel beyond industry standards.

About Affordable Housing Finance (AHF)
Affordable Housing Finance Magazine is the industry’s trusted source of news for the latest advances in financing, building, and operating low-income housing. Through all our media access the largest group of decision-makers involved in the purchase of multifamily products and services related to affordable housing.

About Multifamily Executive (MFE)
Multifamily Executive Magazine provides senior-level owners, operators, and developers coverage of all segments of multifamily housing, from construction to management to finance. MFE helps multifamily professionals navigate market changes and stay ahead of the curve on finance, property management, operations and technology, and design and development for all segments of the industry—from luxury and student housing to the ever-critical workforce and affordable housing space.

About The Journal of Light Construction (JLC)
The Journal of Light Construction is written by and for residential and light commercial contractors. Its pro-grade, detailed, and step-by-step instructions make it the leading training destination for the industry. Readers are a dynamic audience of builders, remodelers and general contractors intent on improving their craftsmanship, processes and businesses.

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BizClik Media Launches April Edition of FinTech Magazine

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The April edition of FinTech Magazine features exclusive interviews and insights from leaders at BBVA, Abzena, Mollie, Yuno, Chainalysis, Ecommpay, and more—exploring innovation across AI, blockchain, open banking, and financial regulation.

LONDON, April 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BizClik, the UK’s fastest-growing digital media and publishing company, has released the April 2025 edition of FinTech Magazine. Known for its executive-led content and deep dives into industry transformation, the publication continues to be a trusted voice across the global financial services and technology sectors.

FinTech Magazine – April 2025 Edition

This month’s edition highlights how financial institutions and fintech companies are leveraging cutting-edge technology to redefine the future of finance.

Cover Feature: BBVA in Switzerland
COO Francisco Javier Arranz and CFO Eva Blaya outline how the bank is leading digital innovation through AI, blockchain, and strategic transformation.

“The CFO is no longer just the guardian of financial performance but a key driver of digital transformation.” – Eva Blaya, CFO, BBVA in Switzerland

Abzena – CIO David Williamson discusses data-led biotech finance strategies and the power of predictive analytics in innovation
Ecommpay – CRO Moshe Winegarten explains how APIs are changing banking decisions
Mollie & Yuno – Executives Dave Smallwood and Carol Grunberg explore regulatory complexity in a multi-jurisdictional world
Chainalysis – CEO Jonathan Levin details how the company is setting global standards for crypto investigations
Risk Management & Predictive Analytics – AI-led financial modelling insights from:

Gunnar Már Gunnarsson, PAYSTRAXMark Dearman, FintechOSAlan Jacobson, Alteryx

Cloud in Financial Services – Leaders from IBM, Capgemini, GFT Technologies, Persistent Systems, Red Hat, Protegrity, and SaaScada unpack trends in compliance, sovereignty, and scalability
Top 10 Women in FinTech – A spotlight on the standout leaders shaping the future of finance, taken from the 2025 Top 100 Women in FinTech ranking

Explore the April edition for more on AI, open banking, digital risk management, cloud innovation, and the people leading the transformation of global financial services.

About BizClik

BizClik is one of the fastest-growing digital media companies in the UK, host to a growing portfolio of industry-leading global brands and communities.

BizClik’s expanding portfolio includes Technology, AI, FinTech, InsurTech, Supply Chain, Procurement, Energy, Mining, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Mobile, Data Centre, Cyber, and Sustainability.

For more information, please visit our website.

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BizClik Media Launches April Editions of Supply Chain Digital and Procurement Magazine

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The April editions feature interviews with leading executives from PepsiCo, BMW Group, DP World, Exotec, Royal Mail, Coupa Software and more, offering insights into supply chain innovation, procurement transformation, and global logistics strategies.

LONDON, April 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BizClik, the UK’s fastest-growing B2B digital media and publishing company, has released the April 2025 editions of Supply Chain Digital and Procurement Magazine. These titles remain essential reading for professionals across the global supply chain, logistics, and procurement industries, offering forward-looking features, in-depth interviews, and exclusive event coverage.

Supply Chain Digital

This edition’s lead interview features Rashid Abdulla, CEO for Europe at DP World, who shares how the company is driving supply chain transformation across the continent.

Other highlights include:

Lauren Hymen, PepsiCo – On how digital transformation is empowering procurementMilan Nedeljkovic, BMW Group – Exploring the impact of Industry 4.0 on manufacturingCharles Hou, J&T Express Middle East – On revolutionising last-mile deliveryRomain Moulin & Arthur Bellamy, Exotec – Discussing robotics, AI, and future-ready automationMary Rollman, KPMG US – Analysing nearshoring strategies to navigate trade uncertaintyPierre-Yves Dermagne – On entering a new era of supplier diversity and complianceTop 10 Supply Chain Leaders – Featuring standout figures including Carol B. Tomé at UPSPeople Moves – Updates on Fernando Fernandez, Torsten Pilz, Gavin Chappell, and Adam Jones

This issue also includes highlights from Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE: Sustainability and previews of the upcoming shows in Chicago and London.

Procurement Magazine

The April edition features a cover story with Lauren Hymen of PepsiCo, who shares how the company is leveraging digital tools to drive innovation and meet its sustainability goals.

Key content includes:

Stuart Farrell & Natalia Merkulova, AllPoints Fibre Networks – On aligning procurement and finance for value creationJoao Paulo da Silva, Coupa Software – On leading digital transformation initiativesErnest Rolfson, Finexio – Executive perspective on payment innovationKristian O’Meara, JAGGAER – Exploring AI’s impact on supply chain visibilityTop 10 Influential CPOs – Including Heather Ostis, Thomas Udesen, Amanda Davies, and morePeople Moves – Career updates from David Khuat-Duy, Franck Lheureux, James Jones and Willem UijenSupplier Diversity – Insights from Kelly Grainger, Felizitas Lichtenberg and Rebecca SimpsonBlockchain – Expert commentary from Scott Zoldi at FICO and Cristiano Ventricelli at Moody’s Ratings

Also featured: Highlights from Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE: Sustainability, and what to expect at upcoming events in Dubai and Chicago.

About BizClik

BizClik is one of the fastest-growing digital media companies in the UK, host to a growing portfolio of industry-leading global brands and communities.

BizClik’s expanding portfolio includes Technology, AI, FinTech, InsurTech, Supply Chain, Procurement, Energy, Mining, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Mobile, Data Centre, Cyber, and Sustainability.

For more information, please visit https://www.bizclikmedia.com/

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BizClik Media Launches April Editions of Technology, Data Centre & Mobile Magazines

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The April editions feature exclusive interviews and insights from industry leaders across AWS, Vodafone, Nokia, BBVA, Equinix and more—covering AI, sustainability, quantum computing, and future-ready infrastructure.

LONDON, April 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BizClik, the UK’s fastest-growing B2B digital media company, has released the April 2025 editions of Technology Magazine, Data Centre Magazine and Mobile Magazine. These flagship titles continue to lead the conversation across the tech, telecoms and cloud infrastructure sectors, delivering deep industry insights and exclusive interviews with global executives and innovators.

Technology Magazine

The April edition explores how technology is driving corporate climate action, transforming AI in automotive, and unlocking new frontiers in quantum computing.

The cover feature is a spotlight interview with Rahul Pathak, VP of Data & AI at Amazon Web Services (AWS), discussing the evolving AI landscape and AWS’s innovation roadmap.

The issue also highlights exclusive interviews with:

Ashlie Thurston, Stonegate GroupDavid Williamson, AbzenaLauren Hymen, PepsiCoRajvir (Raj) Madan, Arcutis BiotherapeuticsChenzira Allen, Indianapolis Public SchoolsEva Blaya & Francisco Javier Arranz, BBVAAggelos Karonis, Kaizen GamingErnest Popescu, metrobloksGary Watson, Keppel DC REITVasco Gonçalves & Ibidapo Ibrahim, Seven Up Bottling Company

Also included:

A leadership spotlight on Christian Klein, CEO of SAPThe Top 10 Robotics Companies, featuring Boston Dynamics, KUKA, Universal Robots and more

Data Centre Magazine

The April issue offers a sharp focus on AI, sustainability, cloud, and the transformation of global digital infrastructure.

Highlights include:

“Fashion Meets Data Centres” – Maximilian Raynor partners with Equinix to blend design with infrastructureDanielle Rossi, Trane Technologies, discusses the future of hybrid data centre designRichard Petrie, CTO at LINX, shares perspectives on IX growth and AI’s role in 5GPaul Greenley details Vodafone’s data centre evolutionNick Drouet, CTO at Kyndryl, explores the AI sustainability paradoxA look at Donald Trump’s investment in AI-led data centre assetsGary Watson, Keppel DC REIT, on Ireland’s sustainable futureErnest Popescu, metrobloks, on the rise of AI-ready metro hubs

Plus: The Top 10 Data Centre Influencers—featuring leaders from Compass Datacenters, Huawei, Nomad Futurist, and more

Mobile Magazine

April’s edition delivers insights from the frontline of telecoms, mobile tech and next-gen connectivity.

Key features include:

MWC Barcelona 2025 Special – Interviews with leaders from Ericsson, NVIDIA, and Kyndryl on the future of mobile innovationNokia’s Dr. Rolf Werner on quantum-safe networks and the power of AISam Greenslade, CARMA, on how AI and social media are shaping content strategyTop 10 Women in Telco – Spotlighting change-makers at Deutsche Telekom, BT Group, Lumen and othersAndy Train, Cornerstone, on digital infrastructure and AI talent pipelinesStuart Farrell & Natalia Merkulova, AllPoints Fibre Networks, on the value of strategic procurementPaul Greenley, Vodafone, on the company’s evolving data centre strategy

Explore the April editions of Technology, Data Centre, and Mobile Magazine today to stay informed on the innovations and strategies shaping the global tech and telco landscape.

About BizClik

BizClik is one of the fastest-growing digital media companies in the UK, host to a growing portfolio of industry-leading global brands and communities.

BizClik’s expanding portfolio includes Technology, AI, FinTech, InsurTech, Supply Chain, Procurement, Energy, Mining, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Mobile, Data Centre, Cyber, and Sustainability.

For more information, please visit https://www.bizclikmedia.com/ 

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