B2B Social’s Rising 30

Time to give credit where it’s due.

We’re back to celebrate the voices shaping B2B social: the ones sparking conversations, sharing bold ideas, and keeping us inspired.

Built by the community, for the community. Who belongs on it this year? You decide.

B2B Social's Rising 30 program graphic by Oktopost, highlighting voices in social marketing.

What makes a B2B Social Rising Star?

B2B Pro

They work in social media for a B2B brand

Community locked in

They’ve built an impressive LinkedIn community of engaged followers

Strong content game

They consistently share smart, valuable, and/or entertaining content to their personal profile

Comments are poppin’

Their comment section is where the best discussions happen

Nailed their brand

They’ve mastered building their personal brand and career on LinkedIn

B2B Social’s Rising 30, presented by Oktopost, 2026

Have a rising star in mind? Nominate now

Nominate your favorite B2B rising stars by May 21, 2026.

Your nominees so far

B2B Social’s Rising 30 Class of 2025

Alvin Gunputh

Alvin Gunputh

Content and Social Media Lead

Archana Dhankar

Archana Dhankar

Senior Director Marketing

Bella Rose Mortel

Bella Rose Mortel

Social Media Strategist

Bridie Castiel

Bridie Castiel

Digital Brand Global Team Lead

Carin Bennett

Carin Bennett

Social Media Manager

Carmen Vicente

Carmen Vicente

Social Media Manager

Casey Smith

Casey Smith

Social Media Manager

Chelsea Lassen

Chelsea Lassen

Senior Marketing Manager

Chi Thukral

Chi Thukral

Senior Brand Social Team Lead

Chloe Maguire

Chloe Maguire

Brand & Social Media Lead

Chris Sheen

Chris Sheen

Director of Social

Christina Pearo

Christina Pearo

Content Manager

Dasle Hong

Dasle Hong

Senior Brand Marketing Manager

Giulia de Oliveira Camargo

Giulia de Oliveira Camargo

Marketing Specialist

Heike Young

Heike Young

Head of Content & Social Marketing

Ilan Fisher

Ilan Fisher

Digital Content and Global Media Manager

Jason Hasenberg

Jason Hasenberg

Community, Social Media & Events Manager

Jordan Tennenbaum

Jordan Tennenbaum

Head of Social Media

Justin Levy

Justin Levy

Director of Content & Social Media

Kassandra Quinn

Kassandra Quinn

Social Media Strategist

Leah Agar

Leah Agar

Global Social Media Manager

Lena Weber-Reed

Lena Weber-Reed

UK Marketing & Communications Manager

Lex Winship

Lex Winship

Head of Brand and Content

Luis Urgell

Luis Urgell

Social Media Strategist & Team Manager

Maya Doron

Maya Doron

Growth Marketing Manager

Melissa Dawson

Melissa Dawson

Senior Social Media Specialist

Ryan Quindlen

Ryan Quindlen

Social Media Manager

Steph Guerin

Steph Guerin

Social Media Manager

Travis Tyler

Travis Tyler

Senior Social Media Manager

Vahbiz Cooper

Vahbiz Cooper

Digital Marketing Manager

If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the B2B Social’s Rising 30?

B2B social runs on the people behind the brand pages, many of whom are already out there building their personal brands and careers on LinkedIn. They educate, inspire, and bring the well-timed comic relief we all need while scrolling. And this year, the B2B Social’s Rising 30 is back to recognize them. This isn’t just another list, it’s the list. The voices pushing boundaries, sparking conversations, and shaping B2B social as we know it.

Why does the Rising 30 matter?

B2B social is only as strong as the people driving it forward. The Rising 30 is back to shine a light on those bringing fresh ideas, bold takes, and real connections to the space. Built by the community, for the community. Because the best people to recognize thought leaders are the ones they inspire.

How are the Rising 30 selected?

A panel of B2B experts reviews every nominee, looking for the thought leaders making a splash in B2B social. Want your favorite to make the list? Here’s what sets them apart: • An impressive LinkedIn community of engaged followers • Smart, valuable, or entertaining content shared consistently • A comment section full of real conversations • A strong personal brand on LinkedIn • They work in social media for a B2B brand If that sounds like someone you follow, nominate them!

When will the Rising 30 go live?

Nominations close May 21, 2026, and the list drops in June 2026. Keep an eye on our socials for updates!

How will nominees find out they made the list?

We’ll reach out to each Rising 30 directly on LinkedIn, so be sure to include their LinkedIn profile when you nominate!

What’s in it for the Rising 30?

As a way to thank those who stop our scroll with valuable insights every day, each Rising 30 honoree will receive a well-earned trophy. But that’s just the beginning. They’ll also be spotlighted on our website, invited to join us on the Behind the Post podcast, have a seat at a live panel discussion, and get the chance to drop their hottest takes with our social media community. It’s our way of giving back and making sure their voices echo even further in the community they inspire.