Power of Print 2025 – Jon Bickley, Anthem Publishing

Jon Bickley – CEO, Anthem Publishing

As AI explodes and search referrals diminish at an alarming rate, it could be time to refocus on one of publishing’s true USPs – Print. We have easy access to huge UK and global retail channels and audiences hungry for more authentic, tangible expressions of their passions that they’re prepared to pay for. So let’s give them what they want.

Jon Bickley is the co-founder and CEO of Anthem, an award-winning independent publisher based in Bath, celebrated for its vibrant portfolio across music, food, and wellbeing. With a deep-rooted passion for storytelling and culture, Jon has led Anthem’s evolution into one of the UK’s most respected voices in lifestyle publishing. His strategic vision and editorial leadership has driven the company’s growth and innovation, earning it a loyal readership and industry recognition.

In 2024, Jon was named the PPA Independent Publisher Network Gamechanger of the Year, acknowledging his outstanding contribution to independent media and his role in shaping the future of publishing.

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