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Top 40: Weirdos, Misfits + Underdogs websiteSubmissions are accepted ONLY from independent agencies not owned by holding companies, networks, or publicly traded companies where advertising or marketing is its main business. This award celebrates both the agencies themselves and the remarkable people within them.
Who is Eligible:
Independent Agencies: Any creative business not owned by a holding company, network, or publicly traded company where advertising or marketing is its main business. This includes all types of agencies (creative, media, PR, digital, strategy, production), of any size (solo founders to 500+ teams), and at any stage (newly launched to long-established). Agencies must be currently independent at the time of submission.
Agency People + Teams: Individuals or groups working at independent agencies who exemplify the indie spirit. This includes people at all levels (from interns to executives), across all disciplines, who contribute to their agency's distinctive culture and approach.
Entries must be submitted in one of two categories: "Agency" or "People + Teams." Each entry should include photos and supporting materials that tell your unique story of independence.
An agency may submit up to 6 total entries across both categories. People may be nominated by their agencies or may self-nominate with agency approval.
A written English translation must accompany any non-English language submission. Entries without translation to English will not be eligible for judging.
All entries are subject to eligibility review and approval. Entries knowingly submitted that don't meet requirements are not eligible for a refund.
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