Golden Trumpet Awards


Entries are closed for the 68th Annual Golden Trumpet Awards
For nearly seven decades, the Golden Trumpet Awards have celebrated the campaigns, stories, and communicators shaping our profession.
Thank you to everyone who submitted work for the 68th Annual Golden Trumpet Awards. Judging is now underway, with finalists and honorees to be announced later this summer and winners celebrated this fall.
30 Under 30
The Publicity Club of Chicago's 30 Under 30 program recognizes emerging communications professionals who are making an impact early in their careers.
Nominations remain open through Friday, July 10 and honorees will be recognized as part of the 68th Annual Golden Trumpet Awards.
Know someone doing exceptional work? Now is the time to nominate them.
Judging Is Underway
Communications leaders from across the country are evaluating this year's entries, recognizing work that demonstrates strategic thinking, creativity, and measurable impact. Entries are judged on objectives, strategy and execution, creativity, results and impact, and overall quality.
Awards Celebration
Communications professionals from across Chicagoland will gather this fall to celebrate the year's best work and recognize leaders whose contributions have helped shape the profession.
The evening will include:
- Reception and networking
- Presentation of major individual honors
- Dinner and celebration
- Recognition of the 2026 30 Under 30 class
- Presentation of the 68th Annual Golden Trumpet Awards
Additional details and ticket information will be announced very soon.
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