blooloop is pleased to announce the judges of the 2026 blooloop 50 Museum Influencer List.
MDSX and The Franklin Institute
Now in its seventh year, the 2026 blooloop 50 Museum Influencer List is presented in association with our good friends at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia and MDSX, an experiential design agency specialising in unique-themed experiences for the entertainment and leisure industry.
Dan Picard, owner and creative director, MDSX, says: "At a time when information is constantly being questioned, museums remain one of our most trusted sources of truth, curiosity, and shared understanding.
"I’m honoured to support that mission and contribute to the conversation as part of the blooloop 50 Museum Influencer panel."
"The blooloop 50 is a celebration of the leaders, thinkers, and changemakers who are reimagining what a cultural experience can be," says Abby Bysshe, chief experience and strategy officer, The Franklin Institute.
"Sponsoring this list supports people pushing our industry to be bolder, more inclusive, and more impactful. That's a mission I'm proud to stand behind."
Alice Sarsfield-Hall, director, blooloop, says: "Museums, art galleries, cultural institutions and heritage sites play a pivotal role as places for dialogue and education. They are also a regenerative force, allowing for community collaboration and dialogue.
"The 2026 List will recognise the leaders and creatives who are pushing the envelope of cultural spaces and making them bolder, more inclusive and more innovative."
2026 judges
This year's judges are:
- Jingfang Ai, deputy secretary general, Chinese Museums Association, ICOM China
- Tony Butler, executive director, Derby Museums
- Abby Bysshe, chief experience and strategy officer, The Franklin Institute
- Catherine Franche, executive director, Ecsite
- Cybelle Jones, CEO, SEGD
- Dan Picard, owner and creative director, MDSX
- Alice Sarsfield-Hall, director, blooloop
Nominations are open until 9 August. To place your nomination, please click here.
You can nominate multiple individuals, including yourself, but you can nominate each person only once.
Our panel of industry experts will judge all submissions on merit, regardless of the nominee’s location, job title, or employer. They will select the List of 50 individuals and The Power 10 from the most nominated people.
Now is your chance to nominate your friends and colleagues in the sector who are making a difference.
