Big Changes, Bigger Awards: The All-New Sammys Are Here
Ok, so here's the deal—if you're running marketing campaigns or juggling PR clients, you already know that recognition matters. Really matters. Awards, after all, set people's minds back to high school trophies, but with less awkward haircuts and way cooler bragging rights. Well, anyway, guess what? The Sales and Marketing Awards—better known as "The Sammys"—just got a serious facelift, and we’re pretty much bursting to show it off.
Left Brain, Meet Right Brain (and Vice Versa)
Usually, in marketing and PR, you're either crunching data until your eyes blur or dreaming up creative content that stops people mid-scroll. But seriously, both parts are just as important. That’s why the Sammys are now giving you two paths to glory: the Left Brain Awards for the tech-smart crowd and the Right Brain Awards for the creatively inclined.
Basically, whether your team developed analytics software that makes your competitors jealous or pulled off a marketing campaign so creative it nearly broke the internet—you now have your perfect category. Honestly, it's about time, right?
What Changed? Actually, a Lot. 🚀
Well, first off, we dropped "Technology" from our name. Yep, we're now just The Sales and Marketing Awards—The Sammys. Frankly, innovation isn't always about the tech stuff—sometimes it’s just about having a really good idea and making it happen.
And speaking of new stuff, let’s talk categories. Creatives can now win awards for top-notch teams, standout agencies, and rising stars. And on the tech side, you innovators will be recognized for making everyone's jobs easier—tools, platforms, CRM solutions, analytics… the works.
Ok finally—and this one’s big—we rolled our popular PR & Marketing Excellence Awards right into The Sammys. That means, seriously, more opportunities to shine, fewer forms to fill out. You’re welcome!
Blockchain, Baby! Digital Certificates Are Here
You know what's cool? Winning an award. You know what's even cooler? Winning an award that's verified by blockchain tech. Yes, you read that right. Winners this year get a blockchain-secured digital certificate thanks to our friends at Verix. It’s virtually impossible to fake, totally shareable, and, frankly, pretty darn impressive on LinkedIn.
How to Get Your Hands on a Sammy 🔥
So, you might be thinking: "Alright, how do I actually win one of these?" Glad you asked:
- Pick Your Lane – Are you entering for creativity (campaigns, teams) or tech innovation (products, platforms)? Choose wisely.
- Choose a Category – There's something for pretty much everyone, from social media mavens to analytics aces.
- Solution Category – Ok, so this step is for tech entries only. Tell us if you're shaking things up in SEO, CRM, analytics, or whatever magic you specialize in.
- Company Size Matters – Whether you're scrappy and small or huge and mighty, we've got you covered.
- Reap the Rewards – Win big and you'll get:
- A shiny, personalized trophy.
- Your blockchain-secured certificate.
- A royalty-free digital badge for flexing online.
- Plenty of PR love, social media shout-outs, and legit industry cred.
- Actual, useful feedback from our panel of amazing judges.
Time’s Almost Up, So Get Going ⏳
The clock is literally ticking, with nominations due by May 30, 2025. So, really, what are you waiting for? Stop procrastinating, gather your best work, and enter the Sammys today.
Honestly, you deserve it.