AMERICAN MARKETING ASSOCIATION NEW YORK ANNOUNCES
CALL FOR ENTRIES FOR 2027 MARKETING HALL OF FAME
Annual program honors visionary leaders impacting marketing, business, and culture
NEW YORK, November 5, 2026 –The American Marketing Association New York (AMA New York) today announced the call for nominations for the 2027 Marketing Hall of Fame®, its signature recognition program honoring the individuals whose leadership, innovation, and influence have helped shape marketing.
For more than 14 years, the Marketing Hall of Fame has celebrated bold ideas and brilliant leadership that have transformed business, culture and society. This year, nominations are welcome across seven categories, including: Marketing Catalyst, Market Challenger, Culture Vanguard, Purpose Architect, Technology Pioneer, Legacy Builder and Spirit of New York.
“Marketing’s most influential leaders do more than build successful brands. They introduce ideas that change how businesses grow, how culture evolves and how people connect,” said Lori Johnson, AMA New York. “For more than 20 years we have recognized these individuals and encouraged the marketing community to identify the visionaries whose contributions deserve to be recognized and celebrated year over year.”
The 2027 honorees will follow in the prestigious footsteps of Marketing Hall of Fame’s 2026 class, including Aniko Nakazawa DeLaney, Sanyu Dillon, Kofi Amoo-Gottfried, Claudia Romo Edelman, Esi Eggleston Bracey and Morgan DeBaun. Together, these leaders represent breakthrough creativity, deep cultural resonance, purpose-driven growth and measurable business impact.
Nominations are open through November 20, 2026, and this year’s honorees will be announced in January 2027. A formal induction ceremony and celebration is planned for May 5, 2027. To submit a nomination or learn more, visit www.marketinghalloffame.org.
Founded by AMA New York, the Marketing Hall of Fame remains the only honor dedicated to celebrating cross-industry marketing achievement. Recent inductees include leaders across agencies, NGOs, and global brands such as the NFL, Accenture, Mastercard, Microsoft, Netflix and P&G.
About AMA New York
The American Marketing Association New York is the largest AMA chapter and a leading voice for marketing professionals. Through events, thought leadership, and its signature programs—including the Marketing Hall of Fame®— AMA New York celebrates marketing excellence and fosters the growth of the marketing community.
Contact:
Maggie Oneill for AMA New York