The Northwest is home to some of history’s most influential brands and bold newcomers staking their claim of excellence.
Legendary agencies and world-shifting tech-centric companies and organizations dot the region.
And schools and universities across the Pacific Northwest prepare the next generation of talent to thrive.
Since 2021, the Marketing All-Stars program has recognized industry leaders from a range of companies, roles and disciplines. Winners have come from the likes of Amazon, Nike, Alaska Airlines, Microsoft, REI, Tillamook, Dutch Bros, Zillow and more.
In its fourth year, nominations for the 2024 Marketing All-Stars, presented by Club CMO are open, with new categories:
- CMO/Marketer of the Year
- Marketing Newcomer of the Year (up to four years of experience)
- Marketing Team of the Year
- Consumer Marketing Campaign of the Year
- B2B Marketing Campaign of the Year
- Marketing Champion of the Year
- In-House Agency/Creative Team of the Year
Additionally, we’ve expanded our geography to include Montana and Alberta.
Learn more below and enter today!
- Call for Entries Opens: August 1, 2024
- First Deadline: September 20, 2024
- Final Deadline: October 4, 2024
- Finalists Announced: October 16, 2024
- Winners notified: October 23, 2024
- Private Awards Dinner: November 14, 2024 in Seattle
Submissions are accepted for individuals and teams based in the Northwest, which is defined as the states of Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Alaska and Montana, and the Canadian provinces of British Columbia and Alberta.
Individuals do not have to live in the Northwest, but their company HQ must be based in one of the above states/provinces.
All entry materials and descriptions should be based on the calendar years of 2023 and 2024 (i.e., achievements, leadership, KPIs)
Individual Awards
CMO/Marketer of the Year
A senior marketer (CMO or SVP) exhibiting excellence in marketing for a brand and leadership for their teams and the industry.
Marketing Newcomer(s) of the Year
A junior marketer or team of up to three) at a brand with up to four years of experience, who exhibits excellence in their current role(s) and promise in their future career path(s).
Marketing Champion of the Year
A senior-level brand executive (VP or above) who demonstrates excellence in consistently incorporating and championing best practices in DEI+B, community leadership and coaching/mentoring.
Team Awards
Brand Marketing Team of the Year
A brand marketing team (including comms and agencies) of any size that has demonstrated excellence in moving their company forward and positively impacts the industry.
In-House Agency/Creative Team of the Year
An internal in-house brand marketing team of any size that has demonstrated excellence in consistently developing and creating exceptional advertising and communication.
Campaign Awards
Consumer Marketing Campaign of the Year
A consumer-led campaign, originated by a brand team (can include the brand’s agency) that exhibits excellence in creativity, strategic thinking and results.
B2B Marketing Campaign of the Year
A B2B-led campaign, originated by a brand team (can include the brand’s agency) that exhibits excellence in creativity, strategic thinking and results.
All winners and finalists will receive award certificates and acknowledgement of their achievement.
- $249 per entry by first deadline of September 20, 2024
- $299 per entry by the final deadline of October 4, 2024
All NextNW members receive a 25% discount on entries. Please contact us to get your discount code.
All entry fees go directly to Marketing All-Stars administrative expenses and our organization’s programs.
