About Us

Thankfully, Not the Old Boys Club

Want to be a part of the good old boys club, where the only thing better than hoarding your success is hoarding your secrets? Look elsewhere.

The Trailblazers believe in sharing the secrets to success, not stashing them away like a dragon hoarding treasure, only for it to become a lifeless pile of riches. And it's not just to stroke our egos (although let's be real, that's definitely a perk) but because we know that by sharing our formulas, we're not only inspiring the current generation but also creating opportunities for the next one.
So join us, and let's flip the script on crony capitalism. Together, let's make success something that's shared, not hoarded. Book your seat now and get ready to be a part of the new guard, where success is for the betterment of mankind, not just for profit.

Winning a coveted award from the DMA Trailblazer Awards is not just about industry success; it's about making a difference in the world. By entering, you can showcase your efforts and best practices in driving positive change and making an impact in society. But true greatness is not just in achieving success, it's in sharing it with others, it's about being a trailblazer in more ways than one. By sharing your knowledge, you're not only inspiring others to follow in your footsteps but also contributing to the betterment of humanity. So, leave your mark, not just in your industry, but on society as well.

Brought to you by DMA Brandmasters, The Trailblazer Awards are part of highly successful awards of the DMAasia, which include the acclaimed DMAasia CREATEFFECT Awards like the prestigious International ECHO awards & the Sparkies, The CMO Choice awards, the DMA Hall of Fame and the DMA Knights.

Lead the Way, Leave a Legacy

Welcome to the Trailblazer Awards 2023 website, where we recognize and celebrate individuals and organizations making a positive impact in the world. Brought to you by respected industry leaders DMAasia and Brandmasters, our annual program continues the tradition of unbiased and credible awards programs, shining a light on the trailblazers leading the charge in areas like social and environmental impact, human rights, and diversity and inclusion.

Honoring those who dare to be different

The Trailblazer Awards program recognizes the achievements and impact of these unique visionaries and brands, and also shines a spotlight on the individuals behind the successful campaigns and initiatives. With 50 categories of excellence in marketing, we honor the hard work and dedication of CMOs, CEOs, and advertising agency leaders driving positive change through their branding efforts. Winning a Trailblazer award is not only an achievement, but a source of inspiration for others.

Disrupting the Status Quo

Sick of the good old boys club hoarding success? The Trailblazers are here to show you that true success lies in sharing. By recognizing and celebrating those making a positive impact, we hope to encourage others to follow in their footsteps and make a difference in the world. Join us in disrupting the status quo and creating opportunities for the next generation.

Join the Movement

Explore our website to learn more about the Trailblazer Awards program, past winners, and how you can get involved. Whether you're a brand, organization, or individual looking to make a difference, we invite you to join us in celebrating and honoring the trailblazers leading the way. Light the way, make a difference.

THE VANGUARDS

MEET OUR PAST CHAIRPERSONS

Vishal Chinchankar

Bhaskar Sharma

Shashank Shrivastava

Rubeena Singh

Karthi Marshan

Lulu Raghavan

Praveen Rao

Sumeet SIngh

Prabhakar Tiwari

SUjatha V Kumar

Binda Dey

Prashant Deorah

Kaushal Thakkar

Venkat Mallik

Atit Mehta

The Trailblazer Awards 2023 program is an annual initiative that recognises and celebrates individuals and organizations making a positive impact in the world and is brought to you by DMAasia & Brandmasters. The program shines a spotlight on the efforts of CMOs, CEOs, and advertising agency leaders in the field of marketing and branding and recognise excellence in areas such as purpose-driven branding, social and environmental impact, health and wellness, human rights, diversity and inclusion, community engagement, social enterprise, education and skills development and more.

Elevate Your Impact.
The Sky is not the Limit.

Are you a company leading the charge in sustainability and social responsibility? Or an individual making a real difference with customer-centric products, programs, and communications? Well, look no further. The Trailblazer Awards 2023 is where you want to be. Join the ranks of the trailblazers and be celebrated for your game-changing efforts. And if you're considering throwing your hat in the ring, just request our Call for Entries kit for all the information on forms, fees, key dates, eligibility criteria, judging, and more. Let's elevate your impact together."