Manish Tiwari Named in Prestigious British Asians Power 100 and Honoured as Media Leader of the Decade 2026

The Highest Recognition for Asian Excellence in Media.

Manish Tiwari, Founder and Chairman of Here&Now365, has been recognised at the British Asians Who’s Who Awards 2026, where he received the prestigious Media Leader of the Decade 2026 award – one of the evening’s most distinguished honours and was named in the British Asians Power 100 list. The award was presented by Lord Karan Bilimoria, who spoke highly of Manish’s contribution to the media industry, describing him as a standout example of innovation and impact. Manish was also praised by Lord Ranger and Pranav Bhanot MBE, further underscoring the significance of the recognition.

Organised by Samara Events, the British Asians Who’s Who Awards celebrate British Asian leaders making a significant impact across business, media, public service, and the creative industries. This year’s event attracted more than 7,000 nominations, with only a select group making it onto the final honourees list and the coveted Power 100. The ceremony brought together prominent figures from across sectors, reflecting the growing influence of the British Asian community in shaping the UK’s cultural and economic landscape

The award marks an important milestone in a career defined by entrepreneurial vision and cultural influence. Through Here&Now365, Manish has built one of the UK’s leading multicultural advertising and media agencies, helping brands connect meaningfully with diverse communities. This year, the agency was recognised by Campaign 2026 as a Top 50 UK advertising agency, reflecting its growing reputation and industry strength. Here&Now365 has partnered with more than 100 British and global brands, while also supporting major institutions and landmark cultural moments across the UK. Manish’s wider industry recognition includes the Campaign MEFA Hammer Award 2026 and inclusion in the prestigious IPA iList 2026. These honours reflect a leader whose work continues to shape media, culture, and the business case for multicultural marketing.