New Delhi, 23 September, 2024: Social Media Icons (SMI), a brainchild of leading Public Relations Agency- Prius Brand and Business Partners excelling also in digital services, has been engaged in promotion of influencers and bloggers. It recently organized the Second Edition of its unprecedented initiative– Social Media Icons Conclave and Awards 2024. Its North Edition took place at the prestigious venue– The Park in New Delhi. Nearly 1,000 influencers from several different segments with their Reach going up to millions were involved in the Second Edition of SMI. Spearheaded by Prius Brand and Business Partner the social media Icon recognized the influential trailblazers who shape the modern digital landscape and made huge impact on society. Social Media Icons 2024 Awards were presented to 35 prominent influencers from a diverse array of categories, including Fashion, Fitness, Health & Wellness, Food Bloggers, Travel, Lifestyle influencers, Luxury, Beauty, among others.
The event, executed by Prius Brand and Business Partners, also aims to recognize unsung heroes and celebrate their success. In an era where social media dominates brand endorsements and content creation, Social Media Icons acknowledges the pivotal role played by influencers. The Awards event is an ode to these heroes, who create meaningful engagements, foster societal change, and inspire innovation. It’s a celebration of their tireless efforts and a platform to showcase their exceptional work.
“The success of inaugural edition last year has encouraged to take this event to the next level. We added a Conclave (Fire Chat Discussion) to the Social Media Icons 2024 Awards Show. the second edition goes beyond recognizing influencers as we strive to create an ecosystem that fosters meaningful connections between influencers, audiences, and brands,” said Mr. Baldev Raj, Founder and Chief of Prius Brand & Business Partner and the Creator of the Social Media Icon. Prius Brand and Business Partner has conceptualized the SMI and has been spearheading the mega event as the PR and Digital Partner too.
At Conclave influencers, awardees, and experts of the field deliberated on ‘How does Social Media Affects Society?’ and panellists included Mr Baldev Raj Founder and Chief of Prius Brand & Business Partner and the Creator of SMI, Mr Gaurav Wassan–Food/Travel/Life Style Influencer and TEDx Speaker, Ms Bhumika Bahl– Make Educator and TEDx Speaker, Mr Namit Chawla –Life and Relationship Coach, and Ms Sagorika Bhattacharya, Head of Ips, GM Creative Services at a leading TV Channel. The experts and influencers spoke on impact of social media on societal trends and social issues, growth of influencer market, public relations agencies, role of AI–driven content, and various other dimensions of social media.
Influencers were selected through an online voting process, ensuring that the winners are truly celebrated by their peers and audiences. Each award– Emerging, Impactful, Outstanding and SMI, in each category, serves as a mark of authenticity, validated by an esteemed jury after meticulous analysis of engagements and conversions.
. Over 15 brands, sponsors, and collaborators supported the event whereas TV 9 added further flavour as Media Partner. From industry Scandia Volvo, Enbio India, Obello Life, Tola & Carat, The Glenwalk, Lone Wolf supported the event as partners and joined SMI on this transformative journey. The Social Media Icons Conclave and Awards is more than an event; it’s a step towards empowering influencers, fostering connections, and driving digital transformation.
