The ECDMA Global Awards celebrate outstanding achievement in e-commerce and digital marketing. Our categories span individual professionals, companies, campaigns, technology solutions, teams, and service providers — recognizing excellence at every level of the digital commerce ecosystem.
Key Dates
| Period | Dates | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Application | 12 January 2026 – 12 April 2026 | Standard fees apply. Early submission recommended. |
| Late Application | 13 April 2026 – 20 April 2026 | Higher fees apply. Limited availability. |
| Winners Announcement | 20 May 2026 | Winners published on the official website. |
Recency Period: Achievements must fall within 3 years (12 January 2023 – 12 April 2026).
Choosing Your Category
Our awards are organized by nominee type and achievement focus. Start by identifying what you’re nominating: an individual for professional excellence, or an organization for business results.
- Individual Professional Awards — recognize personal achievement, leadership, and career excellence in e-commerce and digital marketing. FREE to enter.
- Corporate & Organizational Awards — recognize companies, teams, campaigns, technology solutions, and business initiatives. A nomination fee applies.
Each category page shows evaluation criteria, required evidence, and scoring weights directly. Review the criteria before submitting your nomination.
Nomination Fees
| Category type | Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Professional Awards | FREE | Personal achievement recognition — no nomination fee required. |
| Corporate & Organizational Awards | €300 (Standard) / €500 (Late) | Companies, projects, teams, agencies, technology, media, and education. |
Exact dates, payment methods, and refund rules are published on the Fees & Payment page.
Individual Professional Awards
Celebrating individuals who demonstrate excellence, innovation, and leadership in their professional practice.
FREE
Leadership & Executives
C-suite executives, directors, and senior leaders driving organizational success.
12 categories
FREE
Marketing & Growth
Marketing practitioners, growth specialists, and customer-focused professionals.
20 categories
FREE
Tech & Data
AI/ML engineers, data scientists, DevOps, security, and technology professionals.
12 categories
FREE
Creative & Content
Designers, UX specialists, copywriters, video producers, and PR professionals.
10 categories
FREE
Operations
Customer support, logistics, finance, and operations professionals.
10 categories
FREE
People & Culture
HR directors, talent acquisition, L&D, and DEI leaders.
6 categories
FREE
Regional Excellence
Outstanding professionals across Europe, Americas, APAC, and MEA regions.
4 categories
FREE
Special Recognition
Mentor, Women Leader, Young Professional, Lifetime Achievement.
6 categories
Corporate & Organizational Awards
Recognizing outstanding companies, teams, campaigns, technology solutions, and initiatives.
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E-Commerce Business
E-commerce companies, startups, marketplaces, D2C brands, and industry verticals.
24 categories
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Marketing Campaigns
Digital marketing campaigns, content strategies, and channel-specific excellence.
14 categories
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Technology & Platforms
MarTech solutions, CRM platforms, AI applications, and commerce infrastructure.
21 categories
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Logistics & Infrastructure
Fulfillment technology, warehouse systems, last-mile delivery, and supply chain.
8 categories
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Business Achievement
Business transformation, growth initiatives, market entry, and strategic impact.
8 categories
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Teams
Cross-functional teams delivering measurable results in e-commerce and marketing.
6 categories
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Agencies & Services
Digital agencies, integrators, consultancies, and specialized service providers.
14 categories
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Workplace & Culture
Employer excellence, company culture, DEI initiatives, and talent development.
7 categories
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Content, Media & Education
Podcasts, events, publications, educational content, and industry research.
8 categories
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Achievement * E-Commerce Business * Digital Marketing & Strategy * E-Commerce Platforms * MarTech and E-Com Tech Solutions* E-Commerce & Digital Marketing Professionals * Team Excellence * Agencies & Integrators * Content & Media * Events & Conferences *
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Achievement * E-Commerce Business * Digital Marketing & Strategy * E-Commerce Platforms * MarTech and E-Com Tech Solutions* E-Commerce & Digital Marketing Professionals * Team Excellence * Agencies & Integrators * Content & Media * Events & Conferences *
Learning & Education *
Achievement * E-Commerce Business * Digital Marketing & Strategy * E-Commerce Platforms * MarTech and E-Com Tech Solutions* E-Commerce & Digital Marketing Professionals * Team Excellence * Agencies & Integrators * Content & Media * Events & Conferences *
Learning & Education *