Personal excellence
1. At least two years in their current role as Chief Marketing Officer
2. Strategic responsibility for marketing activities in at least four European countries
22 June 2026, Cannes
The European "CMO of the Year" honours excellent European marketing – by CMOs for CMOs.
International, exclusive and visionary, it sets benchmarks for a united Europe with strengthened economic power.
As a high-profile platform for exchange across borders and long-term growth, it will reinforce the strategic role of European CMOs.
Are you a marketing decision-maker and would like to attend the event?
Then please contact our team via eca@house-of-communication.com.
We and our partners would be delighted to welcome you to the European CMO of the Year Award Night.
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...for European Marketing Leadership!
Despite the many marketing awards out there, so far there have been none that specifically honour European marketing managers.
The European "CMO of the Year" is filling this gap and acknowledging top individual achievements in marketing on a European level.
Our mission
Selection criteria
In order to be nominated for the European "CMO of the Year", candidates have to meet the following criteria:
Company profile
1. Representation of a brand with significant global relevance
2. Proven visibility in Europe’s most important core markets
Selection process
#1
Finalists are selected by a high-profile jury of top, international CMOs
#2
Announcement of the Top 30 CMOs in Europe
#3
Award presented at the European CMO Award Night
The European CMO of the Year recognises the key role played by European CMOs in brand management, cultural diversity and innovation.
Felix Bartels
CMO
Serviceplan Group
AWARD NIGHT
An evening for visionaries
By CMOs for CMOs
Guests can look forward to an exclusive gala where they can celebrate outstanding successes and make valuable contacts in a unique and inspiring setting.
Here you will also find information about the awards in each country:
- CMO of the Year Germany
- CMO of the Year Switzerland
Impressions
... from the German Award Night 2025
Would you like to get even more insights into the CMO Award Night 2025? Then take a look at our picture gallery.
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Yvonne Wicht & Alessandra Sciacovelli
"European CMO of the Year" Award
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