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JUDGES
MEET THE JUDGES
Voting closes August 1st, 11:59 PM EST
The BGD Global Creator Awards are built on trust, excellence, and cultural leadership. Our judges are the gatekeepers of that vision.
Every vote they cast, every score they assign, and every creator they help recognize contributes to rewriting what excellence looks like in today’s creator economy.
Why Judges Matter
Judges are more than decision-makers, they are champions of creative equity, stewards of industry innovation, and advocates for the underrepresented voices shaping culture across every vertical. Their insights ensure that recognition is earned, that integrity remains intact, and that creators are evaluated through both artistic and strategic lenses.
With over 30 categories honoring niche creators across beauty, business, tech, fashion, wellness, and beyond—our judges play a critical role in elevating talent that reflects the future of advertising, influence, and storytelling.
MEET THE JUDGES
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Arnetta Whiteside
Best Beauty - Makeup Brand Partnership of the Year
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Brandi Pitts
Best Beauty - Natural Hair Brand Partnership of the Year
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Brandi Rand
Best Beauty - Protective Hairstyles Brand Partnership of the Year
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Brittany Bright
Best Lifestyle Brand Partnership of the Year
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Brittany James
Best Lifestyle Brand Partnership of the Year - MEN
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Christina Westley
Best Fashion Brand Partnership of the Year
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jazzmene
Best Fashion Brand Partnership of the Year - MEN
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milan crawford
Best Comedy Brand Partnership of the Year
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Cierra Yetts
Best Beauty - Makeup Brand Partnership of the Year
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Georgina Whalen
Best Beauty - Natural Hair Brand Partnership of the Year
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Hollace Henderson
Best Fashion Brand Partnership of the Year - MEN
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Hollace Henderson
Best Lifestyle Brand Partnership of the Year
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Imani Moss
Best Beauty - Makeup Brand Partnership of the Year
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Kayla Walker
Best Beauty - Natural Hair Brand Partnership of the Year
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Krista Pulley
Best Beauty - Protective Hairstyles Brand Partnership of the Year
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Latoya Bond
Best Lifestyle Brand Partnership of the Year
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LaToya Dove
Best Beauty - Makeup Brand Partnership of the Year
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Maya Hicks
Best Beauty - Natural Hair Brand Partnership of the Year
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Milan Freeman
Best Beauty - Protective Hairstyles Brand Partnership of the Year
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Monet Williams
Best Comedy Brand Partnership of the Year
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Rejon Thomas-Ferdinand
Best Beauty - Natural Hair Brand Partnership of the Year
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Tasha McCaskiel
Best Beauty - Protective Hairstyles Brand Partnership of the Year
Christina Westley Headshot
Best Fashion Brand Partnership of the Year
jazzmene
Best Fashion Brand Partnership of the Year - MEN
Apply to be a Judge
We accept new judge applications annually. Selected judges receive VIP access to the full awards experience and an opportunity to help shape the future of creator excellence.
🗓️ Application Period: January 1 – March 31, 2025
🔎 Selection Period: May 1 – May 31, 2025
📣 Judges Announcement: July
If you’re interested in applying to become a judge, visit our website during the application window and submit the following:
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Your professional bio or LinkedIn profile
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A short statement on why you want to serve
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Your experience in creator or branded campaigns
All applications will be reviewed by the BGD Awards Committee.
Join the Movement
Our judges are trusted voices in advertising, marketing, and media who believe in the power of creators to build brands, spark change, and define the culture of tomorrow.
If you believe in the mission, apply to be a judge. Let’s shape the future together.