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The Web Marketing Association is looking for the Best Environmental Websites in the world as part of their 30th annual international WebAward Competition for Web site developmentat www.webaward.org. The WebAwards is the standards-defining competition that sets benchmarks for 86 industries, including Advocacy and Environmental websites, based on the seven criteria of a successful web site. The deadline for legal websites to enter to be judged is May 29, 2026.

“For environmental organizations, a website is a mission platform as much as it is a communication tool,” articulated William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. “Today’s environmental groups must combine compelling storytelling with data transparency, interactive impact reporting, donation optimization, mobile activism tools, and real-time campaign updates. Supporters expect clear metrics around sustainability outcomes, policy initiatives, climate data, and measurable results — all delivered through accessible, secure, and high-performing digital experiences. In an era of increased public scrutiny and digital noise, credibility and clarity are essential. The WebAward Competition provides environmental organizations and their development teams with an objective evaluation against industry benchmarks, along with the powerful visibility of being recognized as an ‘Award-Winning Website.’ That recognition enhances donor trust, strengthens public awareness, improves search presence, and validates the organization’s leadership in driving meaningful environmental change.”

Web sites are judged on seven criteria including design, innovation, content, technology, interactivity, copy writing and ease of use. Each WebAward entry in the Environmental category is judged against other Environmental entries and then against an overall standard of excellence.

All Environmental entrants benefit from receiving valuable feedback in terms of their specific scores compared against the average scores for their industry. They also may receive specific comments from the WebAward’s professional judging panel on their Web site development efforts.

Winners of a WebAward in the Environmental category will also receive:

• Increased visibility for their company
• Marketing opportunity to promote the company website to the media
• Links to your site from the highly ranked WebAward site to help SEO
• Social media posts for your company and personal feeds
• A highlight for your resume.
• Admiration of peers, friends and co-workers
• Unlimited bragging rights

Each year the Web Marketing Association names the Best Environmental Website based on the scores submitted by the competition judges.

Past winners of the Best Environmental Web site include:

• 2025 – Abby Ryan Design for Bennett Compost
• 2024 – Nixa for Power Sustainable
• 2023 – ONEPAGE by Onebox Creative Limited for Swire Properties Sustainable Development Report 2022
• 2022 – BrandExtract for Milestone Website
• 2021 – Forum One for NRDC 50 Year Anniversary
• 2020 – Kawartha Conservation for kawarthaconservation.com
• 2019 – VERTEX Digital Marketing Team for The Vertex Companies, Inc.
• 2018 – Alexander & Tom, Inc. for World Heritage USA Website
• 2017 – National Parks Conservation Association for NPCA.ORG
• 2016 – re:group inc. for Recycle Ann Arbor website design/dev
• 2015 – Arjowiggins Graphic for Recycled Papers
• 2014 – ISITE Design for Northwest Earth Institute (NWEI) Website
• 2013 – Arnold Worldwide for Reality Drop
• 2012 – McMillan for Canadian WildLife Federation timeline
• 2011 – ARKive for ARKive: Promoting the Conservation of the World’s Threatened Species, Through the Power of Wildlife Imagery
• 2010 – Sabre Hospitality Solutions for See the Bigger Picture – National Geographic
• 2009 – BLITZ Agency for Starbucks Shared Planet Web Site

The 2026 WebAwards are sponsored by the following leading organizations: PR.com, iContact, and eTailConferences. The Web Marketing Association thanks these companies for their commitment to the entire online marketing community.

Environmental Websites can be entered into consideration for the 2026 Best Environmental Website WebAward at the WebAward Website.

Please Join the Web Marketing Association on Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn Page, LinkedIn Group & Twitter. Like and follow for news and award updates!

To learn more and to enter the 30th annual WebAward Competition for Website Development, please visit our website and create a nominator account.

About the WebAwards

The Web Marketing Association was founded in 1997 to help define the standard of excellence for online marketing. Our internationally known award programs, such as WebAward Competition for Website Development, Internet Advertising Competition and the MobileWebAwards, recognize the people and organizations responsible for developing the most effective online marketing programs on the Internet today.  Entrants benefit from assessment of their marketing efforts by a professional judging panel and the marketing opportunities presented by being recognized as an award-winning web developer.

The Web Marketing Association’s 30th annual WebAward Competition, hosted at www.webaward.org, seeks to honor the best bank websites globally. This standards-defining event benchmarks 86 industries, including banking, credit union, insurance, investment, mutual funds, financial services, cryptocurrency and blockchain websites, based on seven criteria of website success. Entries for financial-related websites are due by May 29, 2026.

“In today’s banking environment, a financial institution’s website is often the first and most important touchpoint for building trust,” stated William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. “Customers expect secure, mobile-first experiences, seamless digital account opening, real-time support, personalized financial tools, and transparent communication — all while institutions must meet strict regulatory, privacy, and cybersecurity requirements. Banking websites must balance innovation with compliance, delivering frictionless user journeys without compromising data protection. The WebAward Competition provides banks and financial institutions with an objective evaluation against industry benchmarks, along with the powerful visibility of being recognized as an ‘Award-Winning Website.’ That distinction enhances credibility, reinforces consumer trust, strengthens SEO presence, and validates the institution’s commitment to digital excellence in a highly competitive financial marketplace.”

The appraisal of bank websites covers seven areas: design, innovation, content, technology, interactivity, copy writing and ease of use. Each entry in the bank category is evaluated alongside similar bank entries and then to a universal standard of web excellence.

Websites are judged on seven criteria including design, innovation, content, technology, interactivity, copy writing and ease of use. Each WebAward entry in the bank category is judged against other banking entries and then against an overall standard of excellence.

Participants in the bank category are rewarded with valuable feedback, showing where their scores stand compared to the averages in their industry. They also have the chance to receive particular feedback from the WebAward’s judging panel on their website development efforts.

Winners of a WebAward in the bank category will also receive:

• Increased visibility for their company
• Marketing opportunity to promote the company website to the media
• Links to your site from the highly ranked WebAward site to help SEO
• Social media posts for your company and personal feeds
• A highlight for your resume.
• Admiration of peers, friends and co-workers
• Unlimited bragging rights

Each year, the Web Marketing Association names the Best of Industry for bank category based on the score they receive from the WebAward judges.

Past winners of the Best Bank Website include:

• 2025 – ZAG Interactive for Berkshire Bank
• 2024 – Jack Henry for Hocking Valley Bank
• 2023 – Jack Henry for First Eagle Bank
• 2022 – First National Bank and Trust for A BETTER DIGITAL USER EXPERIENCE
• 2021 – Jack Henry Digital – Banno for THE BANK OF PRINCETON
• 2020 – Jack Henry & Associates / Banno Group for THINK BANK
• 2019 – ZAG Interactive for Berkshire Bank
• 2018 – Mirum (Thailand) Co., Ltd. For Krungthai Bank Website
• 2017 – Reichl und Partner eMarketing for DADAT Direct Bank
• 2016 – Western Alliance Bancorporation for Western Alliance Bancorporation Website Redesign
• 2015 – TURKIYE IS BANKASI (ISBANK) for Turkiye Is Bankasi New Privia Website
• 2014 – Ally Bank for Ally Bank Product Pages
• 2013 – Group Digital Banking for The New Standard Chartered Bank India Website
• 2012 – Cleartag SAL for Audi Card Artist Website
• 2011 – Finn Digital on behalf of Johnson Financial Group for Johnson Bank Website Redesign
• 2010 – Standard Chartered Bank and TBWA\TEQUILA\Hong Kong for The Standard Chartered Bank Homepage
• 2009 – Organic, Inc. for Bank of America – Morris on Campus (2009 Best of Show Winner)
• 2008 – TBWA\TEQUILA\ HK for Standard Chartered Bank/People in Action
• 2007 – Organic, Inc. for Bank of America No Fee Mortgage Plus
• 2006 – Carat Fusion for Wachovia Championship 17
• 2005 – Agency.com for Sainsburysbank.co.uk
• 2004 – Ion Global Limited for HSBC Card Services HK

Leading the sponsorship of the 2026 WebAwards, organizations such as PR.com, iContact, and eTailConferences have shown their commitment to the online marketing community. The Web Marketing Association extends its gratitude for their support and dedication.

Join the conversation with the Web Marketing Association on social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn Page, LinkedIn Group & Twitter. Like and follow for regular news and award updates!

Bank Websites can be entered into consideration for the 2026 Best Banking Website and other financial related WebAwards at the WebAward Website.

To learn more and to enter the 30th annual WebAward Competition for Website Development, please visit our website and create a nominator account.

About the WebAwards

The Web Marketing Association was founded in 1997 to help define the standard of excellence for online marketing. Our internationally known award programs, such as WebAward Competition for Website Development, Internet Advertising Competition and the MobileWebAwards, recognize the people and organizations responsible for developing the most effective online marketing programs on the Internet today.  Entrants benefit from assessment of their marketing efforts by a professional judging panel and the marketing opportunities presented by being recognized as an award-winning web developer.

The Web Marketing Association is looking for the best healthcare websites in the world as part of their 30th annual international WebAward Competition for Web site developmentat www.webaward.org. The WebAwards is the standards-defining competition that sets benchmarks for 86 industries, including healthcare, healthcare provider, medical, medical equipment, biotechnology and pharmaceutical websites, based on the seven criteria of a successful web site. The deadline for Healthcare websites to enter to be judged is May 29, 2026.

“In healthcare, a website is often the first point of care in the patient journey,” remarked William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. “Patients now expect secure patient portals, online appointment scheduling, telehealth integration, symptom checkers, provider search tools, price transparency, and mobile-optimized access to medical information. At the same time, healthcare organizations must navigate strict HIPAA compliance, accessibility requirements, cybersecurity risks, and the responsibility of delivering accurate, evidence-based content. Trust, clarity, and performance are non-negotiable in this environment. The WebAward Competition provides healthcare organizations and their development partners with an objective evaluation against industry benchmarks, along with the high-visibility distinction of being recognized as an ‘Award-Winning Website.’ That recognition enhances credibility, strengthens patient confidence, improves search visibility, and validates a provider’s commitment to delivering high-quality digital care experiences.”

Websites are judged on seven criteria including design, innovation, content, technology, interactivity, copy writing and ease of use. Each WebAward entry in the Health Care category is judged against other healthcare sites and then against an overall standard of excellence.

All entrants in the healthcare category receive essential feedback comparing their specific scores to their industry’s averages. Additionally, they can get direct feedback from the WebAward’s panel of expert judges on their web development projects.

Winners of a WebAward in the health care category will also receive:

• Increased visibility for their company
• Marketing opportunity to promote the company website to the media
• Links to your site from the highly ranked WebAward site to help SEO
• Social media posts for your company and personal feeds
• A highlight for your resume.
• Admiration of peers, friends and co-workers
• Unlimited bragging rights

Each year, the Web Marketing Association names the Best of Industry for the various health care categories based on the score they receive from the WebAward judges.

 
Winners of the Best Health Care Web Site include:

• 2025 – Premier Digital Team for Premierinc.com: Powering Healthcare Transformation Online
• 2024 – Modea for Vanderbilt Health Website
• 2023 – Modea for Nemours Children’s Health Website Redesign
• 2022 – Patients & Purpose for What is Hep Delta?
• 2021 – Living Online for INTELICARE WEB DESIGN PROVIDING PEACE OF MIND
• 2020 – Forum One for County Health Rankings
• 2019 – Spectrum Health for Spectrum Health Beat
• 2018 – Harley Therapy Platform Ltd for HarleyTherapy.com – Everyone needs a therapist
• 2017 – Shawnee Mission Health, hippo, c2b solutions & Canister Studio for MyHealthKC.com
• 2016 – IPG Marketing Team for IPG.com Website Re-Design
• 2015 – Ha Design Studio for Trainer Rx
• 2014 – Corcept Therapeutics & Heartbeat Ideas for Cushing’s Connection
• 2013 – Incubate for Shire: HealTogether
• 2012 – Cyber-Duck Ltd for London Cardiovascular Clinic
• 2011 – Siren Interactive for Diagnosing Acute Intermittent Porphyria
• 2010 – Bridge Worldwide for Prilosec OTC – The Official Sponsor of You
• 2009 – Healthline Networks for Healthline
• 2008 – Global Beach for Terrence Higgins Trust (THT)
• 2007 – Rosetta for LIVE Outside the Bottle
• 2006 – Critical Mass for Kaiser Permanente Interactive Health Plan Advisor
• 2005 – DLC Solutions & Siteworx for Cochlear Website
• 2004 – Roche Diagnostics for Diabetes Assistant
• 2003 – Columbus Children’s Hospital for Columbus Children’s Hospital web site
• 2002 – Phoenix Children’s Hospital for Phoenix Children’s Hospital Web site

Winners of the Best Health Care Provider Web Site include:

• 2025 – Studio 3 Marketing for Chu Vision Institute
• 2024 – 8AM Creative for Austin Urology Institute – A Center of Excellence in Advanced Urologic Procedures
• 2023 – WSI for Mybodymoon
• 2022 – Etna Interactive for Amélie Specialized Aesthetics
• 2021 – WSI for DR. JONATHAN CHA
• 2020 – Capital Caring Health Marketing & Communications for Capital Caring Health Corporate Website
• 2019 – Primacy for The University of Kansas Health System Website
• 2018 – ParaMed Inc. & tbk Creative for Utilizing the Web to Achieve HR Recruitment Success
• 2017 – Scorpion for Ashley County Medical Center
• 2016 – SapientNitro & Harken Health for Harken Health Public Site
• 2015 – Scorpion for Good Samaritan Hospital
• 2014 – Christiana Care Health System for Christiana Care News
• 2013 – Concord Hospital and Geonetric for Concord Hospital Website
• 2012 – Acodez IT Solutions for Mother Dental Super Speciality Clinic
• 2011 – St. Louis Children’s Hospital for St. Louis Children’s Hospital
• 2010 – Resurrection Health Care for Resurrection Health Care
• 2009 – Massachusetts General Hospital for Massachusetts General Hospital Redesign
• 2008 – Seena Rose Chettiveettil for Washington Hospital Center Website
• 2007 – eSiteful Corporation for The Methodist Hospital System
• 2006 – Clockwork Active Media Systems for J&D Dental
• 2005 – Twist Image for Mount Sinai Hospital Montreal
  

Healthcare Websites can be entered into consideration for the 2026 Best Healthcare Website and other medical-related WebAwards at the WebAward Website.

The sponsorship of the 2026 WebAwards comes from leading organizations PR.com, iContact, and eTailConferences. The Web Marketing Association thanks them for their dedicated commitment to the online marketing community at large.

Follow the Web Marketing Association on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn Page, LinkedIn Group & Twitter. for the most current news and updates on our awards. Like and follow to stay informed!

About the WebAwards

The Web Marketing Association was founded in 1997 to help define the standard of excellence for online marketing. Our internationally known award programs, such as WebAward Competition for Website Development, Internet Advertising Competition and the MobileWebAwards, recognize the people and organizations responsible for developing the most effective online marketing programs on the Internet today.  Entrants benefit from assessment of their marketing efforts by a professional judging panel and the marketing opportunities presented by being recognized as an award-winning web developer.

The Web Marketing Association is looking for the Best Transportation Websites in the world as part of their 30th annual international WebAward Competition for Web site developmentat www.webaward.org. The WebAwards is the standards-defining competition that sets benchmarks for 86 industries, including Transportation websites, based on the seven criteria of a successful web site. The deadline for legal websites to enter to be judged is May 29, 2026.

“In the transportation industry, a website functions as a real-time command center for passengers, partners, and logistics operations,” noted William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. “Travelers and commercial clients expect live scheduling updates, route mapping, ticketing integration, cargo tracking, mobile alerts, accessibility tools, and seamless customer support. Transportation providers must also communicate safety protocols, regulatory compliance, sustainability initiatives, and operational transparency — all while delivering fast, mobile-first performance. In a sector where timing and reliability are everything, digital precision directly impacts customer satisfaction and brand reputation. The WebAward Competition provides transportation organizations and their development partners with an objective evaluation against industry benchmarks, along with the high-visibility distinction of being recognized as an ‘Award-Winning Website.’ That recognition enhances public trust, strengthens competitive positioning, increases discoverability, and validates excellence in delivering streamlined, technology-driven travel experiences.”

Web sites are judged on seven criteria including design, innovation, content, technology, interactivity, copy writing and ease of use. Each WebAward entry in the Transportation category is judged against other Transportation entries and then against an overall standard of excellence.

All Transportation entrants benefit from receiving valuable feedback in terms of their specific scores compared against the average scores for their industry. They also may receive specific comments from the WebAward’s professional judging panel on their Web site development efforts.

Winners of a WebAward in the Transportation category will also receive:

• Increased visibility for their company
• Marketing opportunity to promote the company website to the media
• Links to your site from the highly ranked WebAward site to help SEO
• Social media posts for your company and personal feeds
• A highlight for your resume.
• Admiration of peers, friends and co-workers
• Unlimited bragging rights

Each year the Web Marketing Association names the Best Transportation Website based on the scores submitted by the competition judges.

Past winners of the Best Transportation Web site include:

• 2025 – Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) for RideMETRO Website
• 2024 – WSI Next Gen Marketing for Aerial Lift Service
• 2023 – DNT Media for Van Bortel Aircraft Inc
• 2022 – Hughes PR for Flinders Port Holdings
• 2021 – Vital for Merchants Fleet
• 2020 – RPM for RPMmoves.com
• 2019 – Intrepy Healthcare Marketing for Ride Gotcha Website
• 2018 – DHL Parcel & One Shoe for My DHL Parcel
• 2017 – TopSpot Internet Marketing for Great Western Leasing & Sales Website
• 2016 – Media Lab & PeruRail for PeruRail Web Site
• 2015 – MTR Corporation Limited for MTR Website
• 2014 – RED Interactive Agency for Lionel Tracks
• 2013 – Freightopolis for Freightopolis.com
• 2012 – In10sity for Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
• 2011 – FreightCenter.com for FreightCenter.com
• 2010 – Organic, Inc. for The 2010 Dodge Charger Experience
• 2009 – Definition 6 for Parking Company America Airports Website Redesign
• 2008 – Sapient for HondaJet Redesign Phase 3
• 2007 – Wunderman Team Detroit for Reach Higher
• 2006 – Arnold Worldwide and IQ Interactive for Freedom of the Seas website
• 2005 – eCourier for ECourier
• 2004 – Onlinefocus for FedEx Identity
• 2003 – IS Solutions for GetMeThere

Transportation Websites can be entered into consideration for the 2026 Best Transportation Website WebAward at the WebAward Website.

The 2026 WebAwards are sponsored by the following leading organizations: PR.com, iContact, and eTailConferences. The Web Marketing Association thanks these companies for their commitment to the entire online marketing community.

Please Join the Web Marketing Association on Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn Page, LinkedIn Group & Twitter. Like and follow for news and award updates!

To learn more and to enter the 30th annual WebAward Competition for Website Development, please visit our website and create a nominator account.

About the WebAwards

The Web Marketing Association was founded in 1997 to help define the standard of excellence for online marketing. Our internationally known award programs, such as WebAward Competition for Website Development, Internet Advertising Competition and the MobileWebAwards, recognize the people and organizations responsible for developing the most effective online marketing programs on the Internet today.  Entrants benefit from assessment of their marketing efforts by a professional judging panel and the marketing opportunities presented by being recognized as an award-winning web developer.

The Web Marketing Association is looking for the best B2B Websites in the world as part of their 30th annual international WebAward Competition for Web site developmentat www.WebAward.org. The WebAwards is the standards-defining competition that sets benchmarks for 86 industries, including business to business, based on the seven criteria of a successful Web site. The deadline for B2B web sites to enter to be judged is May 29, 2025.

“In the B2B landscape, a company’s website is often its most important sales asset,” remarked William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. “Today’s B2B buyers complete the majority of their research online before ever engaging with sales, which means websites must deliver authoritative content, clear value propositions, seamless user journeys, and strong conversion architecture. From account-based personalization and AI-driven content recommendations to CRM integration and marketing automation, B2B websites have become sophisticated revenue engines. The WebAward Competition provides companies and their development partners with an objective evaluation against industry benchmarks, along with national recognition as an ‘Award-Winning Website.’ That designation enhances credibility, increases visibility, strengthens SEO presence, and serves as powerful third-party validation that builds trust with prospects, partners, and stakeholders in a highly competitive marketplace.”

Web sites are judged on seven criteria including design, innovation, content, technology, interactivity, copy writing and ease of use. Each WebAward entry in the advertising category is judged against other advertising entries in its industry category and then against an overall standard of excellence.

All B2B Website entrants benefit from receiving valuable feedback in terms of their specific scores compared against the average scores for their industry. They also may receive specific comments from the WebAward’s professional judging panel on their Web site development efforts.

Winners of a WebAward in the B2B category will also receive:

• Increased visibility for their company
• Marketing opportunity to promote the company website to the media
• Links to your site from the highly ranked WebAward site to help SEO
• Social media posts for your company and personal feeds
• A highlight for your resume.
• Admiration of peers, friends and co-workers
• Unlimited bragging rights

Here are the past Best B2B WebAward winners:

2025 – Ava Labs for Ava Labs: avax.network (2025 Best of Show Winner)

2024 – TMV Group for Lacks Enterprises

2023 – LFI for CEIBO

2022 – PwC for Tech Effect

2021 – Forcepoint for FORCEPOINT.COM: DRIVING LEAD GEN AND CONVERSION BY HUMANIZING THE CYBER-SECURITY EXPERIENCE

2020 – Vital for PLT HEALTH

2019 – WSI for ISI Crunch

2018 – Top Spot Marketing for ALBIN PUMP USA Website

2017 – Nebo for Buy-Rite Beauty Redesign

2016 – Merrill Corporation for Merrill Corporation Website Redesign

2015 – Red Hat for Red Hat Website

2014 – Property Solutions for Property Solutions Summit

2013 – Flightpath for TransitChek Website

2012 – Imprivata for Imprivata Corporate Website

2011 – Blue Fountain Media for Blue Fountain Media Website

2010 – Zer0 to 5ive for Airclic Website

2009 – Eden Springs Europe SA for Eden Springs UK

2008 – Risdall Advertising Agency for The Occasions Group – Stratford Hall division

2007 – IQ INTERACTIVE for UPS Whiteboard

2006 – Luckie and Company- Interactive for Bottlerocket Post

2005 – WORX Multimedia Consulting GmbH for Signity – Inspiration, Innovation, Information

2004 – Universal Studios CPG for Universal Studios Consumer Products Group

All B2B Website entrants benefit from receiving valuable feedback in terms of their specific scores compared against the average scores for their industry. They also may receive specific comments from the WebAward’s professional judging panel on their Web site development efforts.

B2B Websites wishing to be considered for the Best B2B Website can submit their website for consideration at WebAward.org.

The 2026 WebAwards are sponsored by the following leading organizations: PR.com, iContact, and eTailConferences. The Web Marketing Association thanks these companies for their commitment to the entire online marketing community.

Please Join the Web Marketing Association on Social Media: Facebook LinkedIn Page, LinkedIn Group & Twitter. Like and follow for news and award updates!

About the WebAwards

The Web Marketing Association was founded in 1997 to help define the standard of excellence for online marketing. Our internationally known award programs, such as WebAward Competition for Website Development, Internet Advertising Competition and the MobileWebAwards, recognize the people and organizations responsible for developing the most effective online marketing programs on the Internet today.  Entrants benefit from assessment of their marketing efforts by a professional judging panel and the marketing opportunities presented by being recognized as an award-winning web developer.

The Web Marketing Association’s 24th annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Award program is currently accepting entries and is looking for qualified judges to help adjudicate this year’s award program. The IAC Awards are the first and only industry-based advertising award competition dedicated exclusively to online advertising.

To nominate yourself or someone within your organization, please complete the Judge’s Nomination Form. Internet and advertising professionals selected as judges will be contacted during the first week of January.

“We are looking to expand the judging pool for the awards by bring on qualified advertising professionals to help us set the standard of excellence for online advertising,” said William Rice, president of the Web Marketing Association, Inc. “We created the IAC Awards to highlight the best in this unique advertising medium by industry and need additional individuals who have direct experience developing online advertising. Our judges must have an in-depth understanding of the current state-of-the-art in web advertising, an eye for a well-designed ad and the objectivity to score entries according to a predefined set of criteria.”

Judging for the IAC Awards will take place in February, 2026. Judges will consist of a select group of Internet advertising professionals with an in-depth understanding of the current state-of-the-art in Web advertising. Past competition judges have included top executives from leading corporations, institutions and media organizations such as Arc Worldwide, Beeby Clark+Meyler, Brunner Digital, Campbell-Ewald, CNN, Deep Interactive Asia, Digitas, EuroRSCG 4D, Google, IBM Interactive, JWT, Mastercard, McCann Worldgroup, Possible, SapientRazorfish, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Small Army, Tectis GmbH, TMP Worldwide, Universal McCann Interactive and Wunderman / Y&R.

The Internet Advertising Competition Awards are open to everyone involved in the process of developing Internet advertising. Entries may be submitted online at http://www.iacaward.org. The deadline for entry is January 30, 2026 and will be judged on creativity, innovation, impact, design, copywriting, and use of the medium.

“It is an honor and an important responsibility when you are chosen to participate as a judge,” said Rice. “Judging an award show like the IAC Awards is a great way to share your experience and expertise with the online advertising community. You are helping to set the standard for award winning advertising throughout the Web.”

The 2026 Internet Advertising Competition Awards are sponsored by PR.com, iContact and eTail Conferences.

About the Web Marketing Association

The Web Marketing Association is an organization working to create a high standard of excellence for Web site development and marketing on the Internet. Staffed by volunteers, it is made up of Internet marketing, advertising, PR and design professionals who share an interest in improving the quality of online advertising, Internet marketing and promotion used to attract visitors to Web sites. The Web Marketing Association’s annual award programs, the WebAward Competition, MobileWebAwards and the Internet Advertising Competition Awards, have been helping interactive professionals promote themselves, their companies, and their best work to the outside world since 1997.

The Web Marketing Association judges will select the best email advertising campaigns in 86 industries as part of their 24th annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. The IAC Awards are the first and only industry-based advertising award competition dedicated exclusively to online advertising. Companies or agencies wishing to nominate their email marketing work for consideration may do so at www.IACward.org before the deadline January 30, 2026.

“Email marketing remains the connective tissue of the modern marketing mix—linking search, social, content, and paid media into a coherent customer journey,” said William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. “What began as simple text blasts has evolved into sophisticated, highly personalized campaigns that speak to specific segments with precision. The most effective programs marry creativity and innovation with disciplined design, accessibility, and measurement. That’s exactly what the IAC Awards recognize. When your email work earns an IAC, you gain independent validation that your lifecycle strategy doesn’t just perform—it leads. That credibility strengthens budget discussions, reassures executives, and gives sales and account teams a powerful proof point with clients and prospects.”

The 2026 Internet Advertising Competition Awards is industry based and will accept entries from 86 industries, including construction, computer hardware, consumer goods, credit unions, medical, financial services, real estate and small business just to name a few. Entries judged to be outstanding will receive an IAC Award. The entry receiving the highest score in each industry will be recognized as the best email advertisement for that industry.

Past Best of Show Email Campaigns winners include:                                              

2025    CRC Companies for Oakland School’s Holiday Fundraising Campaign

2024    Ad Cucina for Biscuit Belly e-mail campaign

2023    John Hancock for Year 1 Onboarding

2022    Data Axle for Defy Logic Email

2021    Zeta Global | Sprint | Tmobile for SPRINT Samsung Galaxy S20 5G Launch

2020    Scoppechio for Longhorn Steakhouse email campaign

2019    TMV Group for Faygo Email Newsletter

2018    Sanky Communications for Vera Fall/Welcome Series

2017    USA Network for Mr. Robot Email Campaign

2016    USA Network for  Mr. Robot Email Campaign

2015    Acxiom Digital Impact for L’Oreal Mousse Absolue Campaign

2014    FVM Strategic Communications for OCE “Choose My Future” Email Nurturing Campaign

2013    McCann Digital Israel for Designed for Peace

2012    VerticalResponse for Customers Get Their Deal On VerticalResponse

2011    CDMG Inc. for Coffey Anderson – Email campaign

2010    PGATOUR.COM and Datran Media’s StormPost for PGATOUR.COM Scores Hole in One with Video in Email

Past Best of Show Email Messages Winners include:         

2025    RPE Origin for Sweeps Email

2024    Ad Cucina for Biscuit Belly e-mail campaign

2023     Marriott International & Data Axle for Marriott Bonvoy Year in Review Generates Engagement with Hyper-Personalized Content

2022    University of Guam for University of Guam Student Recruitment Campaign Fall 2021

2021    Sanky Inc for Habitat for Horses Giving Tuesday Campaign

2020    Olive Garden for Olive Garden – New Year

2019    Zeta Creative | Giant Food Stores for Giant Food Stores Halloween Sweet Spot

2018    Drum Agency for AT&T Surprise Offer December Email Promotion

2017    Sanky Communications for Covenant House 2,000 Heroes for Homeless Kids

2016    Orange Label Art for Advertising – Greenwell Farms: Holiday Email Campaign

2015    Miles and Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa For Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa Email

2014    Acxiom Digital Impact for Garnier Stylefinder Email

2013    Marketing Results, Inc. for Marketing Results Holiday Email

2012    TMP Worldwide for ESPN – Tutu Email

2011    e-Dialog, Inc. for e-Dialog 2010 Holiday Card

 2010   e-Dialog, Inc. for e-Dialog 2009 Holiday Card

The 2026 Internet Advertising Competition Awards are open to all organizations and individuals (advertising and interactive agencies, corporate marketing departments, etc.) involved in the process of developing Internet advertising. Entries may be submitted online at http://www.iacaward.org.  The deadline for entry is January 30, 2026 and will be judged on creativity, innovation, impact, design, copywriting, and use of the medium.

In addition to individual email creative and email campaigns, Awards will be presented within each of the industry categories and advertising formats such as:

• Social Media
• Online Video
• Rich media ads
• Web sites (including microsites and landing pages)
• Online ads (including banner, pop-up or interstitial)
• Online applications
• Online newsletter campaign
• Integrated ad campaign
• Mobile Apps

“We believe that winning an industry specific award is more valuable to the participant.  It allows the participants to be judges against their peers, just like in the marketplace,” said Rice.

Interactive agencies that win multiple awards will also be in the running for Top Agency Award. In a change from prior years, each entrant will be awarded points based on the level of award for each award received. A Best of Show will be worth 5 points, Best of Industry 3 points and each Outstanding award 1 point. The agency with the most points will be awarded the Top Agency Award.

In an effort to recognize those organizations that demonstrate exceptional development skills across multiple entries, agencies that win more the 6 awards will also be recognized with an Outstanding Advertising Developer award from the Web Marketing Association. In 2025, four agencies won this honor.

Judging for the IAC Awards will take place in February, 2026. Judges will consist of a select group of Internet advertising professionals with an in-depth understanding of the current state-of-the-art in Web advertising. Past competition judges have included top executives from leading corporations, institutions and media organizations such as Arc Worldwide, Beeby Clark+Meyler, Brunner Digital, Campbell-Ewald, CNN, Deep Interactive Asia, Digitas, EuroRSCG 4D, Google, IBM Interactive, JWT, Mastercard, McCann Worldgroup, Possible, SapientRazorfish, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Small Army, Tectis GmbH, TMP Worldwide, Universal McCann Interactive and Wunderman / Y&R.

A complete list of past winners can be found at the IAC Award Website.

About the Web Marketing Association

The Web Marketing Association is an organization working to create a high standard of excellence for Web site development and marketing on the Internet. Staffed by volunteers, it is made up of Internet marketing, advertising, PR and design professionals who share an interest in improving the quality of online advertising, Internet marketing and promotion used to attract visitors to Web sites. The Web Marketing Association’s annual award programs, the WebAward Competition, MobileWebAwards and the Internet Advertising Competition Awards, have been helping interactive professionals promote themselves, their companies, and their best work to the outside world since 1997.

The Web Marketing Association judges will select the best online interactive apps in 86 industries as part of their 24th annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. The IAC Awards are the first and only industry-based advertising award competition dedicated exclusively to online advertising. Anyone wishing to nominate their applications work for consideration may do so at https://www.iacaward.org before the deadline of January 30, 2026.

“From utilities and loyalty wallets to immersive AR and service portals, apps are now central to brand building and performance marketing,” said William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. “They convert sporadic impressions into repeat engagement and measurable retention—exactly what modern CMOs need. The IAC Awards spotlight app initiatives that align creative insight with technical excellence and privacy-minded data use. Winning is more than recognition; it’s a credible endorsement that elevates internal conversations, strengthens RFP responses, and gives sales teams a trusted proof point with decision-makers.”

The 2026 international Internet Advertising Competition Awards are open to all organizations and individuals (advertising and interactive agencies, corporate marketing departments, etc.) throughout the world involved in the process of developing Internet advertising. Entries may be submitted online at https://www.iacaward.org.  The deadline for entry is January 30, 2026 and will be judged on creativity, innovation, impact, design, copywriting, and use of the medium.

In addition to online apps, IAC Awards will be presented within each of the industry categories and advertising formats such as:

• Social Media
• Web sites (including microsites and landing pages)
• Online ads (including banner, pop-up or interstitial)
• Rich media ads
• Email message campaign
• Online newsletter campaign
• Mobile apps and websites
• Integrated ad campaign
• Online Video

The 2025 Best of Show for Interactive Applications went to VIVIDSITES for ReadyMed Healthcare

Past top winners in Interactive Application format include:

Year    Entry Name                 Winner

2024    Portfolio Insight: An intuitive, powerful portfolio-building tool for advisors and investors won by John Hancock Investment Management

2023    Hands Lab won by Hands Mobile

2022    The Hunger Project High Touch Campaign won by Sanky Communications

2021    Amadeus Integrated Booking Suite – Village Hotels won by Amadeus Hospitality (TravelClick)

2020    Big Goals Bracket won by Adams & Knight, Inc.

2019    Words With Friends 2 won by Heat

2018    There’s Beauty in The Build won by Wastell Homes & tbk Creative

2017    Pitbull Messin Around Launch won by Razz Interactive

2016    StopChildPorno Filter won by These Days

2015    Caine’s Quest – Jupiter Ascending won by Thinkingbox

2014    Egg Beaters Benefit Calculator won by POSSIBLE

2013    Manulife – Ride to 65 won by Manulife Financial

2012    Beef Equity – Here’s the Beef won by Wendy’s and The Kaplan Thaler Group

2011    Toyota Sponsafier won by Saatchi & Saatchi LA

2010    Apple Jacks Gliders won by Biggs|Gilmore

Interactive agencies that win multiple awards will also be in the running for Top Agency Award. Each entrant will be awarded points based on the level of award for each award received. The agency with the most points will be awarded the Top Agency Award. Agencies that win more the 6 awards will also be recognized with an Outstanding Advertising Developer award from the Web Marketing Association. In 2025, four agencies won this honor.

Judging for the IAC Awards will take place in February, 2026. Judges will consist of a select group of Internet advertising professionals with an in-depth understanding of the current state-of-the-art in Web advertising. Past competition judges have included top executives from leading corporations, institutions and media organizations such as Arc Worldwide, Beeby Clark+Meyler, Brunner Digital, Campbell-Ewald, CNN, Deep Interactive Asia, Digitas, EuroRSCG 4D, Google, IBM Interactive, JWT, Mastercard, McCann Worldgroup, Possible, SapientRazorfish, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Small Army, Tectis GmbH, TMP Worldwide, Universal McCann Interactive and Wunderman / Y&R.

A complete list of past winners can be found at the IAC Award Website.

About the Web Marketing Association

The Web Marketing Association is an organization working to create a high standard of excellence for Web site development and marketing on the Internet. Staffed by volunteers, it is made up of Internet marketing, advertising, PR and design professionals who share an interest in improving the quality of online advertising, Internet marketing and promotion used to attract visitors to Web sites. The Web Marketing Association’s annual award programs, the WebAward Competition, MobileWebAwards and the  Internet Advertising Competition Awards, have been helping interactive professionals promote themselves, their companies, and their best work to the outside world since 1997.

The Web Marketing Association judges will select the best mobile applications for 2026 in 86 industries as part of their 24th annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. The IAC Awards are the first and only industry-based advertising award competition dedicated exclusively to online advertising. Companies or agencies wishing to nominate their mobile development work for consideration may do so at http://www.iacaward.org before the deadline of January 30, 2026.

“Mobile applications have revolutionized the way brands connect with consumers, transforming everyday convenience into dynamic touchpoints for marketing,” said William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. “These pocket-sized powerhouses are pivotal in building brand awareness and ensuring engagement is always at the consumer’s fingertips. As essential components of the modern marketing toolkit, especially for iPhone and Android devices, apps represent the cutting edge of consumer interaction. The IAC Awards are the platform to demonstrate your mastery in this rapidly evolving arena, offering winners the invaluable chance to showcase their innovative contributions to an audience that matters—from the C-suite to the customer. Join the ranks of those leading the charge in mobile marketing,” said William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association.”

The 2026 Internet Advertising Competition Awards are open to everyone involved in the process of developing Internet advertising. Entries may be submitted online at http://www.iacaward.org.  The deadline for entry is January 30, 2026 and will be judged on creativity, innovation, impact, design, copywriting, and use of the medium.

In addition to mobile applications, Awards will be presented within each of the industry categories and advertising formats such as:

• Social Media
• Web sites (including microsites and landing pages)
• Online ads (including banner, pop-up or interstitial)
• Rich media ads
• Email message campaign
• Online newsletter campaign
• Online applications
• Integrated ad campaign
• Online Video

“We believe that winning an industry specific award is more valuable to the participant.  It allows the participants to be judges against their peers, just like in the marketplace,” said Rice.

Other past Best of Show winners in the mobile application category include:

2025

2024    Hong Kong Trade Development Council for HKTDC Marketplace App

2023     John Hancock for John Hancock’s retirement app

2022    GEICO for GEICO Mobile

2021    GEICO for GEICO Mobile

2020    GEICO for GEICO Mobile

2019    Hong Kong Trade Development Council for HKTDC Marketplace App

2018    T3 for QuickTrip Route Planner for iOS

2017    TVGla for PetMOJI

2016    SapientNitro for Voice Cooking

2015    Franklin Templeton Asset Management (India) Pvt. Ltd for Fundtastic Cup

2014    Lowe Campbell Ewald for Navy: SeaPerch App

2013    RED Interactive Agency for Battleship: Destroyer Experience

2012    Nissan North America & Critical Mass for Nissan Versa iPad Experience

2011    HBO for Eastbound & Down S2 – Kenny Powers Home Run Fiesta

2010    imc2 for Pizza Hut iPhone App

In an effort to recognize those organizations that demonstrate exceptional development skills across multiple entries, agencies that win more the 6 awards will also be recognized with an Outstanding Advertising Developer award from the Web Marketing Association. In 2025, four agencies won this honor.

Judging for the IAC Awards will take place in February, 2026, and winners will be notified by e-mail in March, 2026. Judges will consist of a select group of Internet advertising professionals with an in-depth understanding of the current state-of-the-art in Web advertising. Past competition judges have included top executives from leading corporations, institutions and media organizations such as Arc Worldwide, Beeby Clark+Meyler, Brunner Digital, Campbell-Ewald, CNN, Deep Interactive Asia, Digitas, EuroRSCG 4D, Google, IBM Interactive, JWT, Mastercard, McCann Worldgroup, Possible, SapientRazorfish, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Small Army, Tectis GmbH, TMP Worldwide, Universal McCann Interactive and Wunderman / Y&R.

To learn more and enter, visit www.IACAward.org.

About the Web Marketing Association

The Web Marketing Association is an organization working to create a high standard of excellence for Web site development and marketing on the Internet. Staffed by volunteers, it is made up of Internet marketing, advertising, PR and design professionals who share an interest in improving the quality of online advertising, Internet marketing and promotion used to attract visitors to Web sites. The Web Marketing Association’s annual award programs, the WebAward Competition, MobileWebAwards and the  Internet Advertising Competition Awards, have been helping interactive professionals promote themselves, their companies, and their best work to the outside world since 1997.

The Web Marketing Association judges will select the best online ads and campaigns in 86 industries as part of their 24th annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. The IAC Awards are the first and only industry-based advertising award competition dedicated exclusively to online advertising. Anyone wishing to nominate their applications work for consideration may do so at https://www.iacaward.org before the deadline of January 30, 2026.

“From high-impact leaderboards and sticky side rails to native placements and conversion-focused landing pages, page-based ads remain the backbone of digital reach and response,” said William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. “They transform attention into action across the open web—driving awareness, qualified traffic, and measurable ROI. The IAC Awards spotlight page-based initiatives that blend creative insight with smart media execution, brand-safe placement, and privacy-minded data use. Winning is more than recognition; it’s a credible endorsement that elevates internal conversations, strengthens RFP responses, and gives sales teams a trusted proof point with decision-makers.”

The 2026 international Internet Advertising Competition Awards are open to all organizations and individuals (advertising and interactive agencies, corporate marketing departments, etc.) throughout the world involved in the process of developing Internet advertising. Entries may be submitted online at https://www.iacaward.org.  The deadline for entry is January 30, 2026 and will be judged on creativity, innovation, impact, design, copywriting, and use of the medium.

In addition to online apps, IAC Awards will be presented within each of the industry categories and advertising formats such as:

• Social Media
• Web sites (including microsites and landing pages)
• Interactive Applications
• Email message campaign
• Online newsletter campaign
• Mobile apps and websites
• Integrated ad campaign
• Online Video

Past top winners in Online Ad Campaigns format include:

Year	Winner	Entry Name
2025	BBDO and Critical Mass	Sleep with Rain
2024	Sanky Communications	African Wildlife Foundation: Let this sink in
2023	Glacier Digital	Dundurn Press BIPOC Amplifier
2022	tbk	Driving New Revenue Despite a Global Pandemic
2021	DELVE	DELVE Applies Data Science to Deliver 200% ROAS for UNICEF USA
2020	AIA Worldwide	Future Hunters
2019	Undertone, Havas, & Huge	Undertone for Airheads/Perfetti
2018	TROSS	RhinoWolf Video
2017	These Days	Sound of Tomorrow
2016	Western Union	Westernunion.com American Dream Sweepstakes
2015	Threshold Interactive	Getting Try-Curious With Butterfinger Cups
2014	POSSIBLE / Grey	Gillette Precision Play of the Week
2013	These Days	Non-Stop Rap Marathon
2012	Definition 6	Where Will Happiness Strike Next
2011	Critical Mass & TBWA\Chiat\Day	the new car
2010	Conde Nast Digital	Procter & Gamble: Must Have Its

Past top winners in Online Ad format include:

Year	Winner	Entry Name
2025	Infillion + Zenith	Uncrustables: Don’t Catch The Crust!
2024	Infillion and Rufus	Amazon
2023	Infillion + Horizon Media	Benjamin Moore
2022	true[X] and Carmichael Lynch	76 Presents: Jean and Gene’s Awesome Adventure Road Trip
2021	true[X]	Walgreens
2020	DP+	Subway HTML5
2019	IBM Watson Advertising	IBM Watson Advertising and Behr Paint: IBM Watson Ads
2018	Inoventiv Canada Corp	William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty
2017	DCPI Creative Group	Disney x Coach
2016	Eyestorm Productions	Pint Class Ep. 2 – Temple of Stone
2015	MRM McCann West	Sydney
2014	RESOLUTION MEDIA	Lets be amazing
2013	Biggs|Gilmore	Froot Loops – Sooper Loopers
2012	The Liv Ballard Collection	Ieri Oggi Domani (Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow)
2011	GEICO Insurance inconjunction with CDG Interactive	GEICO Gecko Wheel of Wisdom iAD
2010	Mattel & Razorfish	Hot Wheels Battle Force 5

Interactive agencies that win multiple awards will also be in the running for Top Agency Award. Each entrant will be awarded points based on the level of award for each award received. The agency with the most points will be awarded the Top Agency Award. Agencies that win more the 6 awards will also be recognized with an Outstanding Advertising Developer award from the Web Marketing Association. In 2025, four agencies won this honor.

Judging for the IAC Awards will take place in February, 2026. Judges will consist of a select group of Internet advertising professionals with an in-depth understanding of the current state-of-the-art in Web advertising. Past competition judges have included top executives from leading corporations, institutions and media organizations such as Arc Worldwide, Beeby Clark+Meyler, Brunner Digital, Campbell-Ewald, CNN, Deep Interactive Asia, Digitas, EuroRSCG 4D, Google, IBM Interactive, JWT, Mastercard, McCann Worldgroup, Possible, SapientRazorfish, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Small Army, Tectis GmbH, TMP Worldwide, Universal McCann Interactive and Wunderman / Y&R.

A complete list of past winners can be found at the IAC Award Website.

About the Web Marketing Association

The Web Marketing Association is an organization working to create a high standard of excellence for Web site development and marketing on the Internet. Staffed by volunteers, it is made up of Internet marketing, advertising, PR and design professionals who share an interest in improving the quality of online advertising, Internet marketing and promotion used to attract visitors to Web sites. The Web Marketing Association’s annual award programs, the WebAward Competition, MobileWebAwards and the  Internet Advertising Competition Awards, have been helping interactive professionals promote themselves, their companies, and their best work to the outside world since 1997.