Leading Influencers and Industry Icons Unite at The Mark Hotel in New York for WIBA Awards USA Launch
The World Influencers and Bloggers Association (WIBA) marked a significant milestone with the launch of the World Influencers Awards USA at a glamorous dinner held at New York City’s renowned The Mark Hotel on October 30. This exclusive event signifies WIBA’s formal entry into the American market, generating excitement for the upcoming 2025 awards ceremony and expanding its global presence.
Held at the luxurious Mark Hotel, the launch event gathered top influencers, bloggers, industry leaders, and celebrities, offering them a glimpse into WIBA’s mission. Founded in Monaco, WIBA has connected over 6,000 influencers globally, making it a key player in the digital influencer industry. The U.S. launch represents a pivotal moment in the association’s quest to enhance its influence, particularly with the vibrant digital community in New York.
WIBA is known for its prestigious World Influencers and Bloggers Awards, held each year during the Cannes Film Festival. This event honors outstanding contributions in categories like Fashion, Travel, Food, Fitness, Art, and Lifestyle. Since it started in 2019, the awards have recognized well-known influencers such as Khaby Lame, Coco Rocha, Maye Musk, and Nusret Gökçe. Through these initiatives, WIBA connects with an expansive audience of over 200 million followers across social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Twitter.
In addition to the awards, WIBA is committed to empowering influencers through initiatives such as the WIBA Academy, WIBA Agency, and WIBA Magazine, which focus on supporting influencers in various aspects of their careers.
“It’s a privilege to bring the World Influencers Awards USA to New York,” stated WIBA Founder and CEO Mariia Grazhina Chaplin. “This event marks a significant advancement for WIBA as we expand our network and strengthen relationships within the American influencer community.”
The inaugural World Influencers Awards USA is set to take place in October 2025, with New York City as its host, promising to unite leading digital creators and industry figures from across the United States.
