Celebrating Mastery in Marketing Technology
Extended Submission Deadline:
July 10, 2026
$50 rush processing fee
applies
The ANA MarTech Mastery Awards recognize the people and teams advancing excellence in the use of marketing technology, data, and AI to drive growth and deliver great marketing. We celebrate marketing technology and operations leaders, practitioners, and teams from both brand organizations and service providers who are solving meaningful challenges and delivering measurable results.
These awards spotlight real‑world success stories — from AI‑enabled content supply chains and data‑driven customer journeys to streamlined, high‑performing MarTech stacks and strong data foundations that enable smarter decisions. At their core, the awards honor organizations that align people, process, and platforms to create tangible impact and set a new standard for modern marketing.
Early-Bird Deadline: April 24, 2026
Standard Deadline: May 15, 2026
Extended Submission Deadline: July 10, 2026
Spotlight on Excellence
Discover what sets the ANA MarTech Mastery Awards apart as a leading benchmark for marketing technology excellence and how top entries rise above the rest.
Key 2026 Program Details
Who can enter?
The MarTech Mastery Awards are open to any team or individual who worked on a marketing technology initiative during the eligibility period. Individuals leading a major MarTech initiative are eligible for the Visionary of the Year Award.
What type of work is eligible?
Any MarTech-driven initiative that has substantial impact on any part of the business; from driving growth via a sophisticated campaign or customer journey, expanding capabilities via smart stack architecture, substantially improving audience quality via strong data operations, or a major workflow efficiency or speed-to-market project. Entries will be evaluated based on work and results delivered between January 1, 2025, and May 31, 2026.
Can I enter the same work into multiple categories?
Yes. We recommend reviewing each category carefully, as your entry content may need to be tailored to best align with its specific focus and criteria.
What do I need to complete my entry?
Complete the entry forms and provide all required supporting materials, then submit your entry through the online awards portal. Sample entry forms are available on the program’s FAQ page.
What are the entry fees?
Entry fees are determined per ANA membership status and submission deadline. Please refer to the program’s FAQ page for full pricing details.
WHAT MAKES AN INITIATIVE AWARD-WORTHY
Explore insights from leading industry executives on ANA Award–winning teams and distinguished members of the ANA Award juries. Gain invaluable insights into what defines award-winning work, from the key elements that drive success to the qualities judges look for when distinguishing good entries from truly exceptional ones.
On Scope
How the NFL Is Getting a 360-Degree View of Its Fans with Chi Ogbuehi
Chi Ogbuehi, VP of marketing technology and consumer products at NFL, provided an in-depth overview of how she and her team onboarded all 32 NFL clubs onto a single MarTech solution, an effort that enabled deeper fan engagement and won the league the 2025 ANA Martech Award for Innovative Team of The Year.
Event Recaps
Content for the Next Wave: Mattel’s Game-Changing Approach to Modern Content Supply Chains
Mattel and Tenovos shared how they collaborated to transform Mattel’s content management system by embracing composable frameworks and AI-powered tools.
Set the Stage, Spark the Future
Celebrate brilliance and build connections at our awards ceremony, hosted during our flagship national industry conference. These high-energy events are a chance to connect, collaborate, and push the industry forward. Attendees will engage with peers, forge powerful new relationships, and exchange insights that accelerate innovation and business growth.
Award-Winning Ideas in Action
ANA Members can explore the bold thinking, technical mastery, and real-world results behind the industry’s most innovative initiatives. Explore more MarTech Mastery Awards case studies
PREVIOUS AWARD WINNERS
Elevating the Talent Driving Marketing's Tech Revolution
Discover the minds and expertise behind the industry's most innovative marketing technology initiatives. View and download detailed PDF collections showcasing previous MarTech Mastery Award winners, celebrating the individuals and teams who harness technology to drive real marketing impact and set a new standard for the profession. Download list of past winners (PDF)
"We believe there are a number of levers to use when building reputation and credibility and awards are one of them. The fact our Gen AI team were honored by the ANA has a significant impact on how we are perceived by our customers, our prospects, and other stakeholders. This has a direct and tangible impact on our reputation and directly contributes to the bottom line."
Louise Jack
Associate Partner, The BrandTech Group
"Winning an ANA MarTech Award is a prestigious acknowledgment of excellence and innovation in marketing technology. This recognition not only validates the exceptional work and outcomes our team is achieving but also sets a benchmark for industry leadership. Marketers should consider entering every year to showcase their latest advancements, gain industry-wide exposure, and be inspired by the best practices of their peers."
Trinadha Kandi
Managing Director, Customer and Marketing, Deloitte Digital
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