Visit Cork crowned Digital Marketing Legend 2026
– Cork’s digital marketing talent takes centre stage at annual awards –
Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has named Visit Cork as the Digital Marketing Legend 2026 at the Cork Digital Marketing Awards, capping a standout night which also saw the destination brand win Best Website and Best Use of Instagram.
The awards, delivered by Cork Chamber in partnership with Marketing Institute Ireland, Cork, held at Rochestown Park Hotel and hosted by broadcaster Sinéad Kennedy, recognised businesses, teams and individuals making an impact through digital marketing across Cork.
As Digital Marketing Legend 2026, Visit Cork will also receive a Content Studio Package courtesy of media partner the Irish Examiner, providing an opportunity to further amplify its story across the Irish Examiner’s digital platforms.
Congratulating Visit Cork and this year’s winners, Susie Horgan, President of Cork Chamber, said, “The standard of work recognised tonight shows just how effectively Cork businesses and organisations are using digital to connect with audiences, build their brands and deliver real impact.
“Visit Cork is a fantastic example of that, using strong digital storytelling to showcase our region to audiences at home and internationally. Congratulations to the team on being named our Digital Marketing Legend 2026, and to all of this year’s winners and finalists.”
Reacting to the award, Seamus Heaney, Head of Visit Cork, said, “We are beyond thrilled to be crowned the Digital Marketing Legend for 2026, this is a hugely proud moment for the team and Board of Directors at Visit Cork!
"We may be a small team, but our strength comes from a much wider team of partners in PROC, Fáilte Ireland, Tourism Ireland, Cork City Council, Cork County Council and our tourism industry across Cork. Together, we bring Pure Cork to life, turning curiosity about our destination into visits that support local businesses and communities.
"These awards celebrate that shared passion, creativity and commitment. A heartfelt thank you to Cork Chamber and the judges for this wonderful recognition we are genuinely excited to keep sharing Cork’s story here in Ireland and across the globe. Tonight’s digital accolades are #PureCorkMagic.”
Annie FitzGibbon, Director of Member Services at Cork Chamber, said, “The Cork Digital Marketing Awards shine a light on the people behind the campaigns, content and digital experiences we encounter every day. This year’s winners span businesses and organisations of all sizes, but what they share is a clear understanding of their audiences and how to reach them effectively. Congratulations to all of our winners and finalists. It’s fantastic to see such a breadth of talent represented, and to have so many people from Cork’s digital marketing community come together to celebrate their achievements.”
The Cork Digital Marketing Awards are organised by Cork Chamber in partnership with Marketing Institute Ireland, Cork, with the Irish Examiner as media partner.
The 2026 awards were supported by AB Sales, Clancy, Cork Chamber Skillnet, Crowleys DFK, Creative Technology, ePresence Digital Marketing, Munster Technological University, Oaktree Financial Services, Spéire and Totem.
Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2026 winners
Digital Marketing Legend 2026: Visit Cork
Best Use of Digital by a New Business
Weddings.ie
Best Website
Less than 20 employees: Visit Cork
20 or more employees: The Metropole Hotel
Best in Content Creation
Less than 20 employees: BeBelle Podcast with Sian Horn
20 or more employees: National Beauty Distribution
Best Use of Instagram
Less than 20 employees: Visit Cork
20 or more employees: The Imperial Hotel
Best Use of TikTok for Business
O'Flynn's Gourmet Sausage Co
Best Use of Facebook for Business
O'Flynns Footwear
Best Use of LinkedIn for Business
Less than 20 employees: Empower Presentations
20 or more employees: Energywise Ireland
Best Use of Digital Marketing for the Greater Good
Circus Factory CLG
Best Use of Digital Marketing for Sustainable Impact
SE Systems
Best Social Media Campaign
Irish Citylink
Best Digital Marketing Team
National Beauty Distribution
Best Digital Marketing Student
Fridaous Moussa, Musgrave
Best Digital Transformation
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