There’s still time for the North’s marketing and tech businesses to put their best work forward, with entries open for the 2026 Prolific North Marketing Awards and Tech Awards.
The North is home to some of the UK’s most ambitious marketing teams, innovative technology businesses and talented individuals – and this year, there are two opportunities to put that work firmly in the spotlight.
The Prolific North Marketing Awards 2026 and Prolific North Tech Awards in association with GRAFT, are now open for entries, giving businesses, teams and individuals across the region the chance to showcase their achievements and gain recognition from some of the industry’s leading figures.
With the Tech Awards deadline coming first, there’s no time like the present to start getting those entries over the line.
Tech Awards deadline fast approaching
The Prolific North Tech Awards 2026 will return to Manchester on 15 October, celebrating the organisations, products, teams and individuals driving innovation and growth across the North’s technology sector.
From ambitious start-ups and high-growth businesses to established tech powerhouses, investors, founders and rising stars, the awards recognise the breadth of talent and innovation across the region.
This year’s programme includes a number of new categories, reflecting the changing shape of the Northern tech ecosystem, alongside awards recognising innovation, collaboration, leadership, investment and growth.
There are also plenty of opportunities to enter without an entry fee, making the awards an accessible opportunity for businesses and individuals across the sector to put themselves forward.
The final deadline is 28 August, with an extension period running until 4 September for an additional fee.
Marketing excellence takes centre stage
Following closely behind, the Prolific North Marketing Awards 2026 will bring the region’s marketing community together in Manchester on 19 November.
The awards celebrate the campaigns, agencies, teams and individuals making a real impact across the North’s marketing industry, with categories spanning campaign excellence, specialist sectors, agencies and teams, as well as standout individual talent.
From brilliant B2B and B2C campaigns to integrated marketing, agency excellence and emerging talent, there are plenty of ways to showcase the work making a difference for your clients, customers and business.
There are also opportunities to recognise the people behind the work, with dedicated categories celebrating outstanding marketers, rising stars and freelancers.
The final deadline for Marketing Awards entries is 17 September, followed by an extension period until 25 September for an additional fee.
Why enter?
Awards entries aren’t just about having a trophy on the shelf.
They offer businesses the opportunity to take a step back from the day-to-day and properly recognise the work that has made a difference – whether that’s a campaign that delivered exceptional results, a team that has gone above and beyond, a business experiencing significant growth or an individual making their mark on the industry.
A shortlist or win can also provide a valuable platform for businesses looking to raise their profile, support new business conversations, strengthen client relationships and celebrate success with their teams.
And with both programmes bringing together influential judges from across the North’s marketing and tech communities, being recognised provides a valuable endorsement from industry peers.
Got a success story? It could be award-worthy
Whether you’ve launched an innovative technology product, built a high-growth business, delivered a standout marketing campaign or simply have an exceptional team or individual who deserves recognition, now is the time to start thinking about where your work could fit.
