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Nominate the 2026 Rising Stars of Brand Marketing — Submit by Dec. 23, 2025

Call for nominations: we are compiling a 2026 list of rising stars in brand marketing and seeking early- and mid-career marketers at consumer and B2B brands. Entries should emphasize measurable impact from the past 12 months and include case studies, links, and quantitative data. Only submissions from professionals working directly at brands will be considered; agency or vendor candidates are not eligible. Submit via the form by Dec. 23, 2025.

We are seeking nominations for the 2026 list of rising stars in brand marketing. This list will spotlight early- and mid-career marketing professionals at consumer and business-to-business brands who are shaping the future of brand strategy and turning marketing teams into growth engines.

Who should be nominated

Nominees should be marketers working directly at brands — not at advertising agencies, adtech companies, or other marketing vendors. Ideal candidates are demonstrating leadership potential and measurable impact within their organizations.

What to include

Provide concrete examples of the nominee’s work from the past 12 months. Strong submissions include case studies, links, and quantitative data that demonstrate how the nominee drove growth, innovation, or operational improvements. Areas of notable innovation might include artificial intelligence, influencer marketing, strategic partnerships, analytics, or other emerging practices.

Submission guidelines

Focus entries on the impact the individual has made over the last year; broader career history can be included only as supporting context. Our editorial team will evaluate nominations alongside our reporting and may follow up with nominators for clarification.

Deadline and how to submit: Please submit nominations using the submission form by December 23, 2025. If you see a different deadline listed on the form, follow the date shown there and contact the editorial team for confirmation.

Need inspiration? Review the 2024 Rising Stars list for examples of the kinds of achievements and storytelling that stand out.

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