Call for Entries Deadline:
May 8, 2026

Where marketing’s most influential women are recognized and connected

Ragan’s Top Women in Marketing Awards honor the leaders leading today’s marketing organizations, and where it’s headed next. This prestigious program recognizes women driving measurable business impact, leading high-performing teams and shaping the future of the profession.

From brand strategy and data analytics to AI innovation, social media, product marketing and experiential leadership, the Top Women in Marketing Awards celebrates leaders whose work delivers results and sets new standards.

More than an awards program, Ragan’s Top Women in Marketing is a growing community of trailblazers, visionaries and change-makers. Honorees join a respected network of influential peers whose leadership extends far beyond individual campaigns.

Honorees will be celebrated at a live awards celebration on October 8 at the City Winery in New York City. Whether you are nominating yourself or a colleague whose work deserves industry-wide recognition, this is where marketing leadership earns its place on the national stage.

If you or someone you know belongs on our list, submit your nominations by May 8.

CATEGORIES

CATEGORIES

 Top Women in Marketing Hall of Fame

These are the legends of the marketing industry whose lifetime achievement are worthy of recognition.

 AI and Innovation Leaders

 Agency Leaders

She is her agency’s go-to source for marketing inspiration and excellence.

 Brand Marketers

She goes above and beyond to elevate her brand as a whole.

 Content Marketers

She crafts messaging and content that engages and inspires her audience.

 Data/Analytics Leaders

She’s highly calculating – in a good way – to move the profession forward.

 Disrupters

Honoring women who redefine norms, shake up traditional marketing approaches and deliver transformative results that set new standards.

 Experiential and Brand Experience Leaders

 Founder or Independent Consultant

 Lead Generation Marketers

She effortlessly navigates the intricacies of identifying and captivating potential customers, converting prospects into valuable leads with finesse.

 Mentors

 Product Marketers

She knows the ins and outs of her brand's products—and she knows how to communicate their benefits to a target audience.

 Social Media Marketers

Her social media content and strategy earns audience attention—and delivers results.

 Team Leaders

She leads with confidence and empathy, and her team looks up to her.

 Tech/Digital Marketers

She demonstrates exceptional leadership and innovation at the intersection of technology and digital marketing, shaping the future of the industry.

 Trailblazers

Recognizing women who pioneer innovative marketing strategies, and lead the way in shaping the future of the industry.

 Visionaries

Celebrating women who have spearheaded groundbreaking campaigns and initiatives that redefined audience engagement and delivered exceptional results.

 Marketers to Watch (Age 30 and Under)

She may be a relatively young marketing professional, but she’s quickly making her mark on the industry.

HOW TO ENTER

All nominations must be submitted through the online entry form.

You’ll be prompted to:

    • Select the category or categories in which you’d like to nominate the nominee.
    • Complete a brief entry summary outlining leadership, strategy and measurable impact.
    • Upload supporting materials such as campaign results, performance data, testimonials, press coverage or links to work.

Awards Criteria

Tell us in 500 words or less about your nominee’s accomplishments in the previous 12 months. Hall of Fame nominations all for up to 900 word and recognize lifetime achievements. The winning list of Ragan’s Top Women in Marketing will be those who have distinguished themselves among their peers with meaningful achievements.

You will be able to upload additional documents to your submission. We encourage you to include samples of marketing projects, videos, analytics, testimonials and anything else you feel will give us a better sense of the nominee's work.

ENTER

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • The nominee must work in a marketing role.
  • You can self-nominate or nominate a client or colleague from your organization or another organization.
  • You may submit nominees into more than one category for consideration.
  • You can nominate as many women as you'd like.
  • Hall of Fame entries honor lifetime achievements. All other entries reflect the nominee’s successes in the past 12 months.
  • This is a global award; nominations are accepted from all countries.
  • Contact Brendan Gannon with any questions about the nominations process.

This year’s program is open to any work executed between May 1, 2025, and May 15, 2026, inclusive.

ENTRY FEES

The fee for this program is $550 per entry.

A late fee of $325 per entry will be added to all entries received after 11:59 p.m. Central time, May 8, 2026.

All entries are non-returnable and non-refundable.

W-9 Form / Tax ID Number Request

Frequently Asked Questions

WHY SHOULD I SUBMIT A NOMINATION?
The Top Women in Marketing Awards recognize the leaders driving meaningful impact across brand, agency and digital marketing. Winners gain industry visibility, career-defining recognition and validation from respected marketing and communications leaders. Being honored signals that your work and leadership set the benchmark for excellence.
WHO CAN ENTER?
We accept nominations on behalf of women marketing leaders worldwide. The nominee must work in a marketing role. You can self-nominate or nominate a client or colleague from your organization or another organization. Entries must be submitted in English. See the Eligibility Requirements for additional details.
CAN I NOMINATE SOMEONE ELSE?
Yes. You may submit a nomination on behalf of a colleague, client, executive or team member. Self-nominations are also welcome. Many organizations use this opportunity to formally recognize outstanding leaders within their teams.
CAN I ENTER MULTIPLE CATEGORIES?
Yes. If a nominee’s work and leadership span multiple disciplines, you are encouraged to submit in more than one category. Each entry is evaluated independently, increasing opportunities for recognition.
WHAT DO JUDGES LOOK FOR?
Judges evaluate nominees based on leadership impact, strategic vision, measurable results, innovation and influence within the industry or organization. Strong submissions clearly articulate business outcomes, leadership and the broader impact of the nominee’s work.
WHEN WILL HONOREES BE ANNOUNCED?
Honorees will be recognized at a live awards celebration on October 8 at the City Winery in New York City. Entrants will be notified of their status three months prior to the event.

Additional Questions

If you have any questions about the program or problems submitting your entry, please email Brendan Gannon at [email protected].

Sponsorship Opportunities

If you are interested in sponsoring one of Ragan Communications’ award programs, please contact Morgan Einspanier at [email protected]. 

Ragan Communications is not responsible for international shipping fees related to trophies or certificates.