Judging Process

The Netty Awards judging panel comprises top industry experts in the fields of Marketing, Tech, Design, and more. Judges have worked with top companies like Chick-fil-A, DoorDash, Shell, USPS, Mattel, and more. To learn more about our judges, visit this page.

As a digital-first organization, the Netty Awards entries are judged using a standard scoring procedure followed by a panel of industry experts and AI, with the nuances of this approach varying by category. Judge and AI scoring is used to determine final scores, ensuring fair and unbiased outcomes.

While judging criteria for the Netty Awards can vary by category, work is generally evaluated based on four key factors: innovation, measurable impact, creativity, and overall excellence in the respective field. You’ll find more detailed information about these criteria as you complete your entry.

Please contact concierge@nettyawards.com for more information. Please note that becoming a judge is invitation-only (i.e., we do not accept payment in exchange for becoming a Judge).

No, judges are independent professionals and not employees of the Netty Awards.

Winners are typically announced during the second and/or third week of the month following the close of your category’s final deadline.

Some categories are awarded under a tiered system based on the final score of your entry. In these cases, the tiers reflect your final score on the Netty Awards standardized 1-10 scoring system, where:

• Platinum: 9+
• Gold: 8+
• Silver: 7+
• Bronze: 6+

Winners gain industry recognition, access to exclusive promotional materials, and press opportunities to share their stories in top outlets like Business Insider, USA Today, and more. Additionally, winners receive a featured article on the Netty Awards’ website, which thousands of professionals visit each month. The featured article dives into the award-winning entry in more detail and includes a backlink.

Winners and finalists gain access to branded assets like badges and social media templates to celebrate their achievements. There is no licensing fee or usage limitations for Winners and Finalists.

Explore a variety of past winners, including household names and rising stars, on our website