Cork Chamber launches Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2026

Celebrating the campaigns, creators and digital strategies delivering results
 
Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has announced the launch of the Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2026, recognising the digital campaigns, platforms and marketing talent shaping business growth across the region.

The awards, held in partnership with the Marketing Institute Ireland, Cork, celebrate the creativity and measurable impact behind Cork’s evolving digital marketing sector, highlighting the businesses and individuals successfully connecting with audiences in an increasingly competitive online landscape.

This year’s programme features a broad range of categories covering content creation, social media, digital transformation and sustainable impact, reflecting the many ways organisations are using digital channels to strengthen their brands and drive meaningful engagement.

At the launch, Susie Horgan, Vice President of Cork Chamber said, “Digital marketing today is about far more than visibility. The businesses making the biggest impact are the ones delivering the right message, to the right audience and achieving real, tangible results from it.

“Across Cork, we continue to see companies using digital channels in incredibly smart and effective ways to grow their customer base and strengthen their brand. These awards are an opportunity to recognise that work and celebrate the people behind it.”

Annie FitzGibbon, Director of Member Services at Cork Chamber, added, “The digital space continues to evolve at an incredible pace and businesses are constantly adapting how they communicate and engage with customers. The Cork Digital Marketing Awards reflect that evolution, recognising the innovation, agility and ambition that exists across Cork’s business community.

“Each year we see an exceptionally high standard of entries from organisations of every size and sector and we’re looking forward to once again showcasing the breadth of digital talent across the region.”
The Irish Examiner returns as Media Partner for 2026, with the winner of the prestigious Digital Marketing Legend award receiving a Content Studio Package to help amplify their story across the Irish Examiner’s digital platforms.

Lisa Coughlan, Head of Marketing at the Irish Examiner said, “We’re delighted to continue supporting the Cork Digital Marketing Awards and the exceptional standard of work being produced across the region. What stands out year after year is the ability of Cork businesses to create campaigns that connect with audiences and deliver meaningful engagement.

“Digital marketing continues to evolve at pace, and these awards provide an important platform to recognise the creativity, strategic thinking and commercial impact behind successful campaigns.”
The Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2026 are now open for entries until Wednesday, 1 July at 4pm. The awards ceremony will take place on Friday, 9 October 2026 at the Rochestown Park Hotel.

Businesses, organisations and individuals from across Cork are encouraged to submit their work and showcase the innovation and expertise shaping the region’s digital sector.
For more information on how to enter, visit https://www.corkchamber.ie/cork-digital-marketing-awards-2026/