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SPOTLIGHTING THE MOST INNOVATIVE MARKETING AGENCIES OF THE YEAR

Entry Deadline: July 24, 2026

This fall, Chief Marketer unveils its prestigious Agencies of the Year list—the industry’s most respected roster of marketing agency partners.  Hundreds will enter, but only the most innovative will earn a spot. Want to be recognized? Submit your entry today.

Chief Marketer’s Agencies of the Year is the ultimate leaderboard—featuring standout shops of all sizes and specialties, from bold start-ups to powerhouse firms. Winners gain year-round exposure on our exclusive RFP Partner Portal, promoted to over 1 million marketers actively searching for agency talent.

LAST YEAR’S TOP AGENCIES INCLUDED….

Entry Guidelines

APPLICATION DEADLINE
July 24, 2026

FINAL DEADLINE
July 31, 2026

All entries must be submitted by July 31, 2026. The Top Agencies of the Year will be notified by in September 2026. 

Who's Eligible?

Chief Marketer’s Agencies of the Year is open to all marketing and advertising firms worldwide. 

Entry Fees

Initial Entry: $499
Late Fee: $99

A late fee of will be applied to entries submitted after July 18. Payment in full must accompany the entry. Entry fees are not refundable.

Submission Questions

  • Describe your agency in fewer than 200 words.
  • Detail any industry or business business certifications that are active.
  • What’s new from the last 12 months we should know about?
  • What new services, products or expertise have you added in the last 12 months, and why did you add them?
  • Rank your top three core agency offerings.
  • Tell us about two campaigns you executed in the past 12 months. Explain why it was a success for your client.
  • Put on your future cast goggles: What are three trends that the industry will be talking about in 2029?
  • Name five client brands you have worked with in the last 12 months (will be public).
  • Any recent accolades or awards we should be aware of?

FAQs

How do I know if my agency is eligible?
Chief Marketer’s Top Agencies of the Year is open to all marketing agencies. 

How do we increase our chances of making the list?
Winners are selected based on several criteria including: insightful client case studies; high-caliber, consistent work across programs for clients; innovative and creative investments and updates; and bold and inspiring concepts and ideas that are moving the industry forward. The agencies named to this program each year are thought leaders in their craft and representative of the best of the marketing industry.

How are the applications selected?
Applications are evaluated by the Chief Marketer editorial staff. We judge your entry based on your firms services, products, employee initiatives and activities, and core agency offerings. 

When will I know about the status of my submission?
You will be notified by Chief Marketer in Fall 2026 regarding your application if you are named a Top Agency for 2027.

Contact

For questions about the Agencies of the Year Program, contact:

Danielle Sikes
Chief Marketer
dsikes@accessintel.com

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