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What You Need to Know?

Want to learn more about participation in DMA Trailblazer CMO Awards? 

The CMO’s are the fearless leaders who are reshaping the world of marketing. They are at the forefront of creating a cause-led, purpose-driven world that meets the needs of brands, business executives and society. 

The CMO Awards invites marketers across all industries to honour those who display a fearless ability to succeed in a volatile and uncertain business climate. The results speak for themselves.

Their personalities, ideals and actions across their careers have made them true trailblazers. Their stories are an inspiration for all CMOs & all of marketing. 

If you’re a marketer, seeing the value of the DMA Trailblazer CMO Awards and looking to get involved, you’ve come to the right place. Here we give you all the information you need about voting and entering, including how to get involved.

Planning to attend DMA’s CMO Trailblazer Awards? Get information on the event and discover how you can submit a nomination to be considered for an honour. We get the questions asked most about this opportunity.

Are there fees to enter this award or make a nomination?
There are no fees to make a nomination or enter these awards.

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What is the submission period?
Nominations are open now, and the last date of submission will be
Nov 10, 2021

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What is the eligibility criteria for nomination?
To be considered, 

  • The nominee should be from the C-suite level of marketing or most senior marketer for the company/division/group. 
  • The nominee should have managed a budget of at least $1 million.
  • Brand side marketers ( who predominantly don’t sell to other brand marketers ) 

and C-suite marketers who may not fall into traditional CMO roles (e.g., CDO, CTOs etc.) & CEO’s from the startup ecosystem can all qualify for CMO Trailblazer Awards.
For marketers not yet holding C-Suite Title, they may be considered for the
Rising Star citation The Rising Star is someone who may have just taken on their first leadership role. They have demonstrated innovation, business savvy, and collaborative spirit, and are expected to continue to grow into a force for growth within their industry.)

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How are the winners selected?
An illustrious jury comprises CEO, Directors & Agency leaders who review the nominations for a shortlist and make recommendations for the adjudication of winners.

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How are winners informed?
Winners are informed via email &/or phone call to be present for the awards ceremony and receive the honour in person.

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Do I need to pay to receive the award or attend the awards gala?
There is no payment or fees to receive the award or attend the awards ceremony for winners. Since this is an individual recognition & hence it is expected that the recipient arrives in person

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I cannot attend in person? Can my trophy/citation be shipped to me? Can I send someone to collect on my behalf?
The recipient needs to be present personally. On a rare occasion – we allow the immediate reporting supervisor of the awardee to collect or an immediate family member ( Parents, Spouse or Children). Team members  / Agency representatives are not allowed to receive the award on behalf of the awardee.

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What information is required to be submitted for the nomination?
In more than 500 words, we would need

  • Background information / Profile of nominee.
  • Marketing accomplishments & expertise

Do not share any information that is private or confidential.

Additional information

What additional information nominees or proposers can submit?

A Single PDF file with relevant news mentions, creatives, or links to website/videos to augment the nominations is allowed.  Do mention if there are relevant past awards received.

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Who can nominate? 
You can nominate yourself or someone else.

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Can multiple people from the same company be nominated? Can I nominate more than one person?
Yes. Nominating multiple people is allowed.

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Do I need to be a member of DMAasia / BrandmastersCircle?
You do not need to be a member

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What if I have additional questions?
Whatsapp your queries on +919650717681 or email to
[email protected] 

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