Chief Marketing Officer Alliance Awards 2025: Nominate today

Get ready for the event of the year! As summer heats up, so does the excitement for the Chief Marketing Officer Alliance Awards 2025.

This year marks the 6th anniversary of our prestigious celebration, recognizing the pinnacle of marketing innovation and talent. 

It's time to shine a spotlight on the brilliant minds shaping our industry. Who are the trailblazers, the game-changers, the visionaries in marketing that deserve recognition? We want to hear from you!

Nominations are now open, and we're eagerly awaiting your submissions. Whether it's a groundbreaking campaign, an exceptional individual, or a team that's redefining excellence, we want to know who's pushing the boundaries of marketing in 2025.

Wanna nominate your kick-ass team? Go ahead! Wanna pat yourself on the back? Knock yourself out! We’ve got a whole bunch of exciting categories to choose from:

The CMO Alliance will be awarding 

  • CMO of the Year
  • Content Marketing Leader of the Year
  • Brand Marketing Leader of the Year
  • Marketing Team of the year

Key dates

đź’Ś Submission deadline: October 24, 2025 (midnight GMT)
🌟 Shortlists announced: November 5, 2025
đź“Ł Polling round: November 5-November 14, 2025
🏆 Winners announced: Week of December 1, 2025

2025 award categories

The CMO Alliance is rewarding: 

CMO of the Year

Let's face it - not everyone can handle the heat at the top. This award is for the big shot who's not just talking the talk, but walking the walk in the C-suite. 

We're looking for that marketing mastermind who's been steering the ship like a pro in 2024. Got a boss who's been crushing it at the highest level? 

Don't let them fly under the radar – nominate that C-suite superstar for the recognition they deserve!

Content Marketing Leader of the Year

Great content doesn’t just happen. It takes vision, consistency, and a leader who knows how to connect stories to strategy. This award celebrates the marketer who’s pushed content further in the AI era, keeping it authentic, building audiences, driving results, and setting new standards along the way.

Got someone who’s been turning ideas into influence and content into impact? Nominate them and highlight the difference they’ve made.

Brand Marketing Leader of the Year

A strong brand is one of the hardest things to build and the easiest to lose. It needs to be nurtured and championed.

This award recognizes the brand marketing leader who’s been tirelessly shaping perception, building loyalty, and putting their company on the map in 2025.

Know someone whose brand leadership has been second to none? Submit your nomination so their work gets the recognition it deserves.

Marketing Team of the Year

Behind every big win is a team that made it happen.

This year, we’re recognizing the marketers who’ve made their mark through collaboration, creativity, and smart execution. Think problem-solvers, innovators, and true team players.

Got a marketing team that deserves the spotlight? Get your nominations in to celebrate what they’ve achieved together.

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The judging criteria

We're looking for exceptional candidates who exemplify excellence in marketing. The ideal recipients of these prestigious awards will demonstrate:

  • Leadership and innovation across the marketing spectrum, including but not limited to C-suite executives who are driving positive change in the industry.
  • Tangible results and measurable impact. We want to see hard data showcasing achievements such as revenue growth, increased deal closure rates, enhanced lead generation, improved processes, or successful team empowerment initiatives.
  • Peer recognition and endorsements. Compelling testimonials from colleagues that highlight the nominee's outstanding qualities and contributions will significantly strengthen their candidacy.
  • Unique qualities or achievements that set the nominee apart from their peers and demonstrate their exceptional value to the field of marketing.

We encourage you to provide comprehensive details that paint a vivid picture of why you or your nominee deserves this recognition. The more compelling evidence you can provide, the stronger the application will be.

Community Awards – Terms & FAQs

What makes a strong nomination?

Nominations with clear, data-driven reasoning and concrete examples are more likely to stand out.

Does length matter?

Quality matters more than word count. A concise, well-evidenced nomination is more effective than a long one.

How are nominations judged?

Our internal panel of experts carefully reviews every submission. They take a fair, balanced, and comprehensive look at all entries before deciding on a shortlist and winners.

Can I nominate more than once?

Yes! You may submit multiple nominations if you’d like to highlight different work, or encourage colleagues and peers to support your nomination.

Who can submit a nomination?

The short answer is, well - anyone! You can either self-nominate or have someone else to nominate you/your team.

What happens after I submit?

Once nominations close you’ll get a confirmation confirming we’re received your nomination. After the close date, our judging panel will review submissions, publish the shortlist, and announce the overall winners during the awards live broadcast listed above.

Is there a deadline?

Yes, ensure you are submitting your nomination between the dates listed above. Late nominations will not be considered.