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Sports Business Awards

Best in Sports Event and Experiential Marketing

Momentum Worldwide
Why it could win:
  • Top-shelf clients that include American Express, Coca-Cola, the NCAA, Papa John’s and Verizon.
  • Creative use of technology, including hydrointeractive water displays and immersive virtual reality experiences.
  • Growth in revenue, clients and staff; strong success rate in pitches to potential clients.
Engine Shop
Why it could win:
  • Will lead activation for Mercedes-Benz at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
  • Big jump in client activation days and a presence at the largest events, including the Super Bowl, the Masters and the U.S. Open tennis tournament.
  • Sharp rise in revenue, higher staff numbers and office growth, including a new office in Atlanta.
LeadDog Marketing Group
Why it could win:
  • Growth and client retention, including being named the sports marketing agency of record for both Audi and the NFL Players Association.
  • Partnered with media groups to showcase their content through live experiences, including ESPN’s SportsNation tour sponsored by Toyota.
  • Developed and led the official brand launch of the Drone Racing League and its 2016 racing season.
QuintEvents
Why it could win:
  • Renewed deals with primary clients including the NFL, NBA, Churchill Downs, College Football Playoff and UFC.
  • Developed and produced experiences for clients at the Super Bowl, Kentucky Derby, College Football Playoff national championship and the Formula One U.S. Grand Prix.
  • Skillful approach to interactive experiences, from simple photo opportunities to designing dedicated apps.
GMR Marketing
Why it could win:
  • Delivered experiences at nearly every major global sports event on the calendar.
  • Growth and retention of its client base, which now includes BP, FIFA, Google and the NFL.
  • Blanket presence at Super Bowl 50, executing more than a dozen programs for clients that included CBS and the NFL.

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