Golden Trumpet Awards
67th Golden Trumpet Awards Ceremony - Thursday, September 18, 2025
The Golden Trumpet Awards will return to the Hyatt Regency Crystal Ballroom on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Information about purchasing tickets will be available shortly.
Golden Trumpet Awards Judging
Judging of entries in the 67th Annual Golden Trumpet Awards is underway.
If you are a volunteer judge, you may click on the link below to get started or continue.
30 Under 30 Nominations - Know a Rising Rockstar?
Nominations are now open for the Publicity Club of Chicago’s 30 Under 30, honoring the next generation of leaders in PR, communications, and marketing.
- Deadline: Submit your nomination by the extended deadline of Wednesday, July 15 at 11:59 PM CST.
- Recognition:
This year’s 30 Under 30 honorees will be celebrated at the 67th Annual Golden Trumpet Awards on Thursday, September 18, and will receive a complimentary ticket to the ceremony. - Exclusive Reception:
This year’s winners — along with every 30 Under 30 class since 2019 — are also invited to a pre-ceremony reception at 3:30 PM on the same day.
Ready to nominate? Click on the button below to fill out the form. Need more info? Keeping reading for more info.
Who is eligible?
Anyone under the age of 30 as of July 1, 2024 — meaning nominees must be under 30 for the majority of the year.
Who should be nominated?
Emerging leaders in communications, marketing, and public relations who primarily work within 500 miles of Chicago — similar to the eligibility range for Golden Trumpet Awards programs.
Is there a cost?
No. Nominations are completely free. Just fill out the form and submit.
How will nominees be judged?
Nominees will be evaluated in four key areas:
- Professional Impact: Have they achieved success in their PR/marketing/comms work?
- Advocacy for the Industry: Do they promote and elevate the profession?
- Industry Insight: Are they ahead of trends and best practices?
- Midwest Community Impact: Are they engaged locally and regionally?
What to submit:
A narrative of up to 800 words making the case for your nominee as a 30 Under 30 honoree at the 67th Annual Golden Trumpet Awards. You may also include a link to a professional highlight (optional).
If you have questions while filing out this form, please reach out to us at office@publicity.org.
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