Observed Signal · Aug 25, 2026 · Call for Entries · Source: Adweek · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Retail Media Market: Submissions Open for ADWEEK 2027 Commerce All-Stars
Adweek has opened submissions for the ADWEEK 2027 Commerce All-Stars, an awards program recognizing leading retailers, brands, agencies, and adtech companies driving measurable commerce outcomes. For 2027 the program shifts focus from individual leaders to companies demonstrating scale, measurable results (revenue growth, ROAS, conversion lift), and collaboration across the shopper journey. Fees: Early Bird $175 until September 18, 2026 (11:59pm PST) and Standard $275 until October 23, 2026 (11:59pm PST). The final submission deadline is Friday, October 23, 2026; winners will be published on ADWEEK.com in January 2027. Submissions use the provided form and inquiries can be sent to pj.bernacki@adweek.com.
Industry announcement of an awards program focused on commerce and retail media; useful for vendors and advertisers but not a major policy, platform change, or technical release.
Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Adweek opened submissions for the ADWEEK 2027 Commerce All-Stars.
- The 2027 program shifts focus from individual leaders to companies driving the commerce advertising industry.
- Early Bird entry fee is $175 until September 18, 2026 at 11:59pm PST.
- Standard entry fee is $275 until October 23, 2026 at 11:59pm PST; final deadline to submit is Friday, October 23, 2026.
- Winners will be published on ADWEEK.com in January 2027; submission inquiries directed to pj.bernacki@adweek.com.
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