Recognition & Excellence
Celebrating decades of industry recognition for outstanding achievement in public relations, event management, communications, and leadership. A showcase of the honors, accolades, and industry recognition earned over the years.

The PR NEWS Agency Elite is an annual guide that recognizes the top PR, marketing, and communications firms in the business. The list includes agencies of all sizes and specializations, from start-ups to super-shops.

The Boston Business Journal's Icon Awards, specifically the Women Who Mean Business program, recognize women leaders in Greater Boston for their significant contributions to the business community.

The Inc. Power Partner Awards celebrate B2B companies that excel at empowering other businesses and recognize their contributions to the success of entrepreneurs and startups.

The Eventex Awards is a prestigious international awards program and an esteemed accolade that celebrates creativity, innovation, and effectiveness in the experiential marketing industry.

The Boston Business Journal compiles extensive data on the largest and most influential companies in the Boston area. The lists provide a detailed look at the key players in the local economy.

Banker & Tradesman’s Best of Awards is an annual poll that celebrates companies recognized for their outstanding service and results, as determined by reader loyalty and satisfaction.

Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista for their inaugural ranking of America’s Best PR Agencies, where survey participants indicated how likely they were to nominate a particular agency.

This award honors the high-growth businesses that demonstrate excellence in management, workplace culture, product innovation, social responsibility, and a commitment to growth in Greater Boston.

Women's Enterprise Magazine recognizes the top visionary business leaders who demonstrate the best and brightest of women-owned business enterprises (WBE).

The Cheryl Watkins Snead Award is given to a WBENC-certified business owner who is a passionate advocate for women's empowerment.

The Stevie® Awards are the world's premier business awards, created to honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of organizations in the U.S.A. and worldwide.

The Best Places to Work Awards recognize local employers that have gone above and beyond to create an outstanding workplace culture. The rankings are based on confidential employee surveys that measure success in team dynamics, trust in leadership, communication, and more.
The Smart Women in Meetings: Stellar Performer Award recognizes women whose leadership, creativity, and dedication positively impact the meetings industry. Honorees are celebrated for their ability to innovate, lead, and inspire, and serve as role models for future generations. Danielle received this honor for her impact and commitment to the industry.
The Smart Women in Meetings: Entrepreneur Award honors women whose entrepreneurial spirit drives them to innovate, lead, and inspire within the meetings industry. Wendy received this prestigious recognition for her impact and leadership in the field.
The Joe Andruzzi Foundation’s Game Changers Award recognizes individuals and companies for their work and dedication to the Joe Andruzzi Foundation.
The MassBay Community College Distinguished Service Award is a prestigious honor recognizing individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the college community. Sandy received this award for her dedication, leadership, and commitment to advancing the college’s mission and values.
The Boston Business Journal’s Power 50: Movement Makers honors professionals in Greater Boston who are driving change and advancing equity, inclusion, and diverse perspectives to strengthen the region’s business community.
The SABRE Awards (Superior Achievement in Branding, Reputation & Engagement) are the world's largest public relations awards, recognizing campaigns, agencies, and organizations that demonstrate excellence in strategic communications, creativity, and business impact.
The Boston Chamber’s Small Business of the Year Awards celebrate the vision, resilience, and impact of leading small businesses. Sandy was honored with the Small Business Champion Award for her leadership and commitment to the business community.
The WBE Trailblazer Award honors women who demonstrate outstanding leadership and achievement, while actively supporting and encouraging other women in business. Recipients are recognized for paving the way for future women entrepreneurs and serving as role models in their communities.
The WBENC WBE Star Award recognizes women business owners for their leadership in local business communities, their inspiration to other entrepreneurs, and their success in guiding certified women‑owned businesses.
PR Daily’s Non-profit PR Awards honor the groundbreaking work and powerful storytelling that advance the missions of nonprofit organizations.
The Boston Business Journal’s Corporate Citizenship Award recognizes companies that demonstrate outstanding corporate responsibility and community engagement, strengthening the communities they serve. Castle earned this honor for its impactful partnership with WriteBoston (now Word Powered).
The "Woman of the Year Award" recognizes prominent female leaders who go above and beyond to support Tomorrow’s Women TODAY members and advance the organization’s mission. Honorees serve as both mentors and advocates, inspiring and empowering the community.
PRGN’s Best Practice Awards recognize exceptional, innovative public relations campaigns and tactics from some of the industry’s leading PR agencies.
PRGN’s Best Practice Awards recognize exceptional, innovative public relations campaigns and tactics from some of the industry’s leading PR agencies.
PRGN’s Best Practice Awards recognize exceptional, innovative public relations campaigns and tactics from some of the industry’s leading PR agencies.
PRGN’s Best Practice Awards recognize exceptional, innovative public relations campaigns and tactics from some of the industry’s leading PR agencies.
This prestigious award celebrates the most outstanding PR and marketing campaigns, showcasing the creativity, strategic thinking, and measurable impact that define the best of New England’s communications industry.
The Franklin D. Roosevelt Humanitarian Award, presented by the March of Dimes Massachusetts Chapter at its 75th Anniversary Gala, honors individuals for their dedicated service and commitment to advancing the organization’s mission.
The Enterprise Star Award is the nation’s premier recognition for excellence among women-owned businesses. It honors outstanding leaders from across the country, each representing a regional partner organization for their impact in local business communities and their respective fields.
The award is presented annually to individuals who have demonstrated success while fostering economic opportunity. The honorees embody the strength, vision, and determination of women everywhere who are working to uplift the world—and they represent the very reason CWE strives to make a difference in the lives of all it serves.
The 40 Under 40 Awards celebrate forty rising stars in the local business community who have made a mark in their companies, industries, and neighborhoods—all before turning 40. These dynamic professionals—executives, innovators, and entrepreneurs—embody the region’s next generation of business leadership.