In an ever-changing digital society littered with micro-trends, and the “next best thing” popping up on our feeds every second, it can be hard to stay relevant as a content creator. And yet, four amazing women in the InfluenceHer Collective have done just that, inscribing their place in the internet hall of fame as the 2026 winners of the InfluenceHer Collective Awards.
For those not familiar, the InfluenceHer Collective (IHC for short) is a community and influencer marketing agency that supports Gen Z and millennial creators, connecting them with brands while they further their influencing careers and create inspiring content.
For 2026, The IHC Awards chose to celebrate changemakers, community builders, and creative visionaries who actively make up the voice of Gen Z with their content. This year’s winners, announced on June 2, highlight a unique group of content creators who have made a name for themselves in different ways on social media, always striving to stand out, and emphasizing the importance of community through their audiences. Each creator’s distinct niche allows them to connect with fans across multiple topics, and there’s no doubt they’ll go far in their digital media careers.
The IHC Award winners will be celebrated for their remarkable impact and presence during Her Conference 2026 in New York City on June 27. Can’t attend the event? Not to worry — we’ve got the perfect first impressions of the winners rounded up below, so let’s take a closer look at their content!
- Changemaker of the Year: Lea Nepomuceno
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Lea Nepomuceno, IHC’s 2026 Changemaker of the Year, “creates content that turns difficult conversations into accessible ones,” she tells Her Campus. More importantly, she says, “Whether I’m talking about criminal justice reform or asking interesting questions that spark deeper connection, my goal is to empower social consciousness.” No matter what, Nepomuceno always strives to create an environment that prompts positive change and empowers her audience. When she’s not changing the world, Nepomuceno’s listening to Bruno Mars (she’s a die-hard fan), and her ideal hangout is having a deep conversation in the car. And of course, every girl loves a sweet treat. She says, “My favourite dessert is a turon — a Filipino banana lumpia with caramel. Yum!”
- Community Builder of The Year: Autumn Hill
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Autumn Hill, IHC’s Community Builder of the Year, is like your own built-in bestie. Hill’s journey on social media isn’t to show off her highlight reel, but to create a safe space where the people feel like they’re a part of her journey along with her. “My followers are truly my support system, so I create content that we all genuinely relate to by listening to their feedback,” Hill tells Her Campus. She likes to create community by posting fun and affordable activities in each city she visits. She also founded the American Sign Language Club at St. John’s University!
- Gen Z Voice of the Year: Kylie Hill
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Kylie Hill knows that to be crowned Gen Z’s Voice of the Year, she’s got to stand out from the millions of creators just like her, and her method? Authenticity. She tells Her Campus, “In a sea of digital brainrot, I film content that, simply put, feels fun and real. My videos thrive on personality with rapid-fire thoughts, chaotic stories, and the kind of humor that makes people feel instantly less alone. Let’s bring whimsy back!” The kind of refreshing realness that feels nostalgic, Hill’s content often shows that shared relatability we all hold. But she’s also herself in her own way — she owns precisely 23 teacups, and “can do a few killer impressions, including but not limited to Mickey Mouse, the shrimp from Shark Tale, and Kermit.”
- Creative Visionary of the Year: Caroline Vazzana
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Caroline Vazzana creates bold content as IHC’s Creative Visionary of the Year. “My confidence comes from my passion of expressing myself through clothing and taking fashion risks, which hopefully inspires others to experiment with fashion,” Vazzana tells Her Campus. “It should be fun!” Motivated by her community, Vazzana created a space for herself in the fashion world by working in roles at Teen Vogue and InStyle. She then became her own boss as an author, stylist, and TV host. In addition to her already stacked resume of achievements, Vazzana wrote a book, Making It in Manhattan, which received endorsements from the likes of designers Iris Apfel and Betsey Johnson.