{"id":3284,"date":"2024-11-07T14:35:40","date_gmt":"2024-11-07T18:35:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.webaward.org\/theblog\/?p=3284"},"modified":"2024-10-23T15:09:48","modified_gmt":"2024-10-23T19:09:48","slug":"call-for-judges-join-the-23rd-annual-internet-advertising-competition-awards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.webaward.org\/theblog\/call-for-judges-join-the-23rd-annual-internet-advertising-competition-awards\/","title":{"rendered":"Call for Judges: Join the 23rd Annual Internet Advertising Competition Awards"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iacaward.org\/iac\/judges.asp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-3285\" src=\"https:\/\/www.webaward.org\/theblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/IACAward-Judges-Instagram-Post-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.webaward.org\/theblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/IACAward-Judges-Instagram-Post-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.webaward.org\/theblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/IACAward-Judges-Instagram-Post-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.webaward.org\/theblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/IACAward-Judges-Instagram-Post-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.webaward.org\/theblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/IACAward-Judges-Instagram-Post-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.webaward.org\/theblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/IACAward-Judges-Instagram-Post-1-324x324.jpg 324w, https:\/\/www.webaward.org\/theblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/IACAward-Judges-Instagram-Post-1-416x416.jpg 416w, https:\/\/www.webaward.org\/theblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/IACAward-Judges-Instagram-Post-1-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.webaward.org\/theblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/IACAward-Judges-Instagram-Post-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>The <strong>Web Marketing Association<\/strong> is seeking experienced online advertising professionals to join the judging panel for the <strong>23rd annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards<\/strong>. The IAC Awards, the premier competition dedicated solely to online advertising, is now open for entries\u2014and for the experts who will help identify the best in the industry.<\/p>\n<p>The IAC Awards highlight creativity, innovation, and excellence across the digital advertising landscape, making this a unique opportunity for professionals to influence the future of the industry. By serving as a judge, you\u2019ll contribute your insights, set benchmarks, and gain a front-row view of the latest trends shaping digital advertising.<\/p>\n<p>If you or someone in your organization has the expertise to evaluate standout online campaigns, you\u2019re invited to <strong>nominate<\/strong> yourself or a colleague via the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iacaward.org\/iac\/judges.asp\">Judge\u2019s Nomination Form<\/a>. Judges will be selected in early January 2025.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis year, we aim to expand our panel with seasoned professionals who can bring diverse perspectives and a keen eye for digital creativity,\u201d said William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. \u201cOur judges play a critical role in setting the bar for online advertising excellence, and we are looking for individuals with hands-on experience who can offer unbiased and knowledgeable evaluations of submissions.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The judging process, set to begin in February 2025, will assess entries based on creativity, innovation, impact, design, copywriting, and effective use of the digital medium. The judging panel has historically featured executives from leading agencies, brands, and media organizations, including Google, Mastercard, McCann Worldgroup, IBM Interactive, Digitas, Starwood Hotels &amp; Resorts, and Wunderman\/Y&amp;R.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why become a judge?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Shape the industry\u2019s standards<\/strong>: Contribute to defining excellence in digital advertising.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Showcase your expertise<\/strong>: Collaborate with a respected group of digital leaders.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gain industry recognition<\/strong>: Your role as a judge positions you among the best in the field.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Entries for the IAC Awards are now open and can be submitted online at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.iacaward.org\">IACAward.org<\/a> until <strong>January 31, 2025<\/strong>. This prestigious competition welcomes submissions from everyone involved in developing Internet advertising.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s both an honor and a responsibility to be part of the IAC Awards judging panel,\u201d Rice added. \u201cJudges contribute to shaping the future of online advertising and help set a new standard of creativity and effectiveness.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The 2025 Internet Advertising Competition Awards are proudly sponsored by PR.com, iContact, and Etail Conferences.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Web Marketing Association is seeking experienced online advertising professionals to join the judging panel for the 23rd annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. The IAC Awards, the premier competition dedicated solely to online advertising, is now open for entries\u2014and for the experts who will help identify the best in the industry. 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