Maritime media specialist Wake Media has been shortlisted for Agency of the Year at the Chartered Institute of Marketing sprestigious Global Marketing Excellence Awards 2023.

Wake Media, a full-service marketing and communications agency specialising in the maritime and offshore sectors, began an ambitious journey to grow and diversify services in 2020, building upon its unique understanding and approach to support its ever-expanding client base.

Achieving finalist status in such a prestigious industry award is a recognition of Wake Media’s growth, portfolio expansion and the team’s commitment to continually push the boundaries of marketing and communications in the maritime space.

“We are absolutely thrilled and incredibly proud to have been named a finalist for Agency of the Year at the CIM Awards, which is a huge achievement for our small, hardworking team,” said Andy Ford, Managing Director at Wake Media. “Being shortlisted is a testament to our productive and collaborative working relationships with clients and the innovative and supportive culture that we foster. Our journey was started by the late Steve Parks in 2014, with a vision to create an agency with a unique and in-depth approach to marketing in maritime, which remains part of our mission today. I can only thank our incredible team for the spirit with which they continue to build on this legacy and, of course, our clients and partners for their support and trust.”

The awards ceremony will be held at London’s The Brewery on 4 October 2023 recognising and celebrating the best industry talent from around the world.

“This year’s submissions have been truly exceptional, showcasing creativity, innovation and the tireless dedication of those in our profession over the past 12 months.” Says Chris Daly, CEO of CIM. “In times of uncertainty, the global marketing industry has once again risen to the occasion, crafting remarkable campaigns and reaping the rewards for both organisations and agencies alike. For over a decade, our awards have celebrated the industry’s triumphs and the exceptional individuals behind them, and this year, selecting the shortlist has proven more challenging than ever before.”

“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all those who have made it onto the shortlist; this is a huge achievement and the individuals we are celebrating truly embody the finest marketing talent from around the world.”