Marine Marketers of America announced a call for judges for the 2025 Neptune Awards, which recognize marketing communications in North America. The judging period will take place from Dec. 15 to Jan. 16.
Judges will have four weeks to review entries, and the winners will be announced in a ceremony during the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show, which is scheduled for Feb. 11-15.
“Recognition for excellence in the boating industry is always rewarding, but judging submissions takes it to the next level,” Leslie Zlotnick, national marketing manager for Yamaha WaveRunners and boats, said in a statement. “Serving as a judge for the MMA Neptune Awards offers a unique, behind-the-scenes perspective on what’s happening across the industry and provides an opportunity to help define where the top performers set the bar.”
MMA is accepting entries across 22 categories, including a new Dealership Experiential Marketing Award. This category honors a dealership that has successfully designed and delivered an event, such as a boat show, open house, product demonstration or similar in-person experience, that engaged customers and elevated their connection to the dealership and the boating lifestyle.
Other categories include Startup Marketing Campaign, Video Series, Industry Rising Star and Boat Show Marketing. A complete list of categories is available here.
Individuals interested in judging or learning more about the process can sign up here, and a member of the awards committee will reach out.
