24 YEARS OF HISTORY
Founded in 1998 by José Pascual and Lenny Krarup, the DJ Awards has been honouring excellence in dance music for over 24 years. Held annually during the closing week of the Ibiza summer season the DJ Awards is attended by the most famous and successful DJs on the planet including aft Daft Punk, Fernandisco, Pete Tong, Basement Jaxx, and Carl Cox For 19 years the iconic event was held at Ibiza super club Pacha before celebrating its 20th anniversary at the worlds no1 club HI Ibiza. On the back of this success of 2024 the team are returning to Chinois in October, launching DJ Awards USA in Miami December 2025 and producing the Legends Tour in February 2026 to celebrate the 25th anniversary, which will see the winners of the last 25 years (the greatest DJ’s the world has ever seen) all play for the greatest party the world has ever seen on board the Orient Express.
THE DJ AWARDS TEAM
Andrew Grant
CHAIRMAN
Formerly the CEO of one of the UK’s leading digital agencies, Andrew played a key role in developing platforms and applications for major clients, including the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS), NatWest Bank, Barclays Bank, Jaguar, Pepsi as well as delivering software solutions for the UK Government and the National Health Service (NHS). As the CEO of TechAdVenture, a London based tech investment firm, Andrew has helped develop and invest in cutting-edge technology across healthcare, payments, and music. He also launched Bold Minds, a YouTube channel dedicated to championing the entrepreneurial journey and inspiring the next generation of dreamers to build better businesses.
Mark Netto
GENERAL MANAGER
Mark Netto is a powerhouse in the electronic music industry, with over two decades of experience in event management, artist representation, and music strategy. As co-founder of the International Music Summit (IMS) and former Events Manager at Pacha, he helped launch legendary Ibiza residencies and book A-list artists like Swedish House Mafia, Calvin Harris, and David Guetta. Through Ibiza Collective and IBZ Entertainment, he has led groundbreaking festivals and events worldwide. With deep industry knowledge and a vast global network, Mark continues to push boundaries in music, entertainment, and brand collaborations.
Barry Mullholand
CFO
Barry Mulholland is an chartered accountant and accomplished finance executive with extensive experience as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in the fashion industry. Barry Mulholland played a pivotal role in leading the buyout of Stella McCartney from Kering in 2018. He also served as CEO of Victoria Beckham and Christopher Kane, where he secured multi-million dollar investments into both companies and drove strategic growth and operational excellence. Additionally, he held the position of Financial Controller at Burberry, contributing to the financial stewardship of one of the world’s most iconic luxury brands.
Alex Jukes
PR DIRECTOR
Jukebox PR was founded 15 years ago by Alex Jukes, a passionate traveler and music enthusiast. He has built a globally recognized communications agency dedicated to the dance music industry. Today, Jukebox PR is unquestionably the number one PR agency in the global electronic music scene, representing over 250 top-tier clients, including the world’s biggest festivals, leading music brands, top DJs, and renowned clubs. With a headquarters in London and a team of 25 specialists worldwide, Jukebox PR boasts experts across social media, public relations, journalism, content writing, and Web3 innovation, ensuring unparalleled industry impact.
Jack Howell
DIRECTOR
Jack Howell is a hospitality entrepreneur and investor with ventures in nightlife, luxury resorts, real estate, and publishing. As founder of Future Balearic Investments and House of Sawah, he curates high-end experiences in Spain and Indonesia while developing major real estate projects across Ibiza, Mallorca, and Andorra through Howelito Holdings. Beyond hospitality, he chairs PRM Newage, a UK leader in axles and marine gearboxes, and founded All-In Press, the publisher of DJmag Spain and Mixmag Spain. A strategic investor, he has backed 20+ startups and holds key trustee roles in UK engineering firms. With a background in large-scale event production, including the UVA Festival, Jack has a keen eye for cultural and commercial opportunities.
Mark Hutchison
HEAD OF
MARKETING
Mark is a seasoned digital strategist, project manager, and innovation lead with a career spanning top agencies and global brands. Starting at a tech start-up in Glasgow, he moved to London to work with FITCH and BD Network, leading digital project delivery for Diageo, Coca-Cola, Peugeot, Nintendo, Cadbury, and Corona. At Phantom, he managed high-profile projects for Google, Sony Music, and the Financial Times. With over a decade of experience, Mark has driven campaign management, digital innovation, content strategy, event execution, and app development, overseeing multi-agency collaborations for world-class clients.
Martin Carvell
HEAD OF
SPECIAL PROJECTS
Martin Carvell has been the Managing Director of DJ Mag since at least 2008, when he and James Robertson acquired the magazine from Future Publishing. Martin was soley repsonsible for turning the publication around, launching the DJ Magazine Awards and Top100 lists which combined turneds the fortunes of the magazine around . Working with major brands like KLM, Miller, 7Up, and Reebok, he oversaw exponential brand growth and created ground-breaking deals ranging from a global online race event with Xbox to major international events like the Top100DJs at Ajax stadium with over 40,000 people, the brand’s annual Miami party, the Global Top100 DJs Tour, and DJ Mag’s Best of British Poll. He's also run the Top100 DJs Foundation for the last 8 years.
Julie Pallisco
FINABNCE
MANAGER
Julie Pallisco has over 20 years of experience as a Financial Controller, working for a London-based tech investment company. She holds a Scottish Higher National Certificate in both Accounting and Administration & Information Management. Her expertise includes financial analysis, strategic planning, management reporting, cash flow management, credit control, and risk management. With decades of hands-on experience in startup financial management, Julie has built a reputation as a trusted advisor and industry leader, committed to driving financial excellence and business success.
Ryan Ried
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Ryan bE is an international DJ, music curator, and production manager known for blending his passion for sound with precision in event execution. Based between Ibiza and London, he has performed at world-renowned venues like Hï Ibiza, Glitterbox, Pacha, Playa Soleil, Pikes (Melonbomb), The Cross, and Secret Garden Party. In 2024, he joined the DJ Awards as Production Manager, helping relaunch the iconic Ibiza ceremony. With a background in media and events, Ryan has delivered high-profile projects for BBC, KISS TV/Radio, Nike, IMG, and IMS, forging invaluable industry connections. Whether commanding festival stages, curating beach vibes, or managing complex productions, he bridges the gap between creative artistry and seamless event execution.
Julia Cameron
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
Jules Cameron is an international DJ, social media content creator, presenter and people connector known for having her finger on life's pulse. Jules has worked in communications across multiple industries building an extensive network in the music and events space. Her original sketches have racked up millions of views online and lead to partnerships with global brands. As a DJ she has been setting dance floors alight around the globe, most recently launching various art shows at ME hotels, curating her own successful club night Dig Deep, leading the way for brands such as Gone Rogue, Gilgamesh, Beachouse Ibiza, Meraki, The Box, Discolicious, Brighton 1360, Blue Marlin, Nobu, Secret Garden Party and Pikes Ibiza as well her electric residency at The Cross.
DJ AWARDS GALLERY
