Kia’s Will Rees Named Rising PR Star At Newspress Awards 2024
The Newspress Awards 2024 have announced Will Rees from Kia as the winner of the Rising PR Star Award. This accolade recognises emerging talent in automotive public relations, celebrating those who exhibit a strong grasp of their company's brand and possess extensive product knowledge.
Will Rees, a Press Officer at Kia UK, was praised for his swift responses and eagerness to assist journalists. The award is determined solely by votes from journalists, excluding votes from colleagues within the same organisation. This ensures that the recognition is based on external validation of the nominee's performance.

Other candidates shortlisted for this year's award included Milissa Ordona (Kia), Emma Illman (Hyundai), Sam Buckingham (Genesis), and Filip Czajkowski (Isuzu). Each nominee demonstrated significant potential and dedication in their respective roles.
The Rising PR Star Award focuses on individuals who are at the beginning of their careers in automotive PR. Key criteria include a clear understanding of the company's brand, excellent product knowledge, and a proactive approach to handling journalist enquiries.
Acknowledgements
The Newspress Awards extend their gratitude to the sponsors for their support. For further information, interested parties can contact Jackie Allard, Operations Manager at Newspress, or Tim Bowdler, Head of Agency at Loop.
| Contact | Phone | |
|---|---|---|
| Jackie Allard | [email protected] | 07942 871903 |
| Tim Bowdler | [email protected] | 07434 940162 |
This year's awards continue to highlight the importance of recognising new talent in the automotive PR industry, ensuring that those who excel are duly acknowledged.


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