The Australian Marketing Institute (AMI) has commenced early bird entries for the 2024 AMI Marketing Excellence Awards. The awards, which have been a staple in the marketing industry for over four decades, celebrate innovative and effective marketing campaigns.

There are 17 campaign categories and 11 special national awards up for grabs. The entries will be evaluated by a panel of over 150 AMI Certified Practising Marketers and industry experts, ensuring a rigorous and fair assessment process.

The AMI Marketing Excellence Awards have a long-standing tradition of recognising and rewarding outstanding marketing initiatives. The awards provide a platform for marketers to showcase their creativity, strategic thinking, and results-driven approach. They also offer an opportunity for industry professionals to gain recognition for their hard work and dedication.

The awards ceremony, known as the Marketing Excellence Gala, will be held in Melbourne, Victoria, in October.

Key dates for the awards include the closure of early bird submissions on 14 March, with standard submissions opening the following day. The final date for award submissions is 30 April. Early bird ticket sales for the Gala will open to the public on 3 June, with standard ticket sales commencing on 1 July. The announcement of National Finalists is scheduled for 15 August.