SMPS Philadelphia's MCA Award Submissions Due November 25th!
Please visit SMPS Philadelphia's website to submit.
SMPS Central PA is excited to announce that the SMPS Philadelphia Marketing Communications Awards (MCA) program is once again open for submissions! This local awards program, modeled after the national SMPS Headquarters competition, provides an incredible opportunity for A/E/C marketing professionals in our region to showcase their talent, creativity, and impact.
This year, submissions are open to firms with offices within the SMPS Philadelphia and SMPS Central PA geographical region. It’s a fantastic chance to gain recognition for the work you’ve done to contribute to your firm’s success.
With a variety of categories—including Brochure, Corporate Identity, Holiday, Internal Communications, Newsletter, Project Pursuit Marketing, Recruitment and Retention Communications, Social Media, Special Event, Tradeshow Marketing, Video, and Website—there’s a perfect fit for all types of marketing efforts.
What’s more, entries will receive feedback from the judges, giving you time to refine your submission for the national SMPS MCA competition. Winners of the Best in Show and People’s Choice awards will also be reimbursed for their entry fees to the national program.
SMPS Philadelphia's 2027 MCA Schedule
October 23 | Call for Entries Open
November 4 | Marketing Communication Awards 101 - FREE Virtual Program to help your submission be a winner! Attendees will receive a Promo Code valued at $15 off their First Entry.
November 25 | Submissions Due
December | Judging
January 2027 | MCA Award Ceremony (Cebter City, Philadelphia)
Online Entry Form
Click here to make your submission!
Instructions:
- Complete Online Entry Form (Name, Address, Contact Info, Entry Title, Entry Category)
- Upload Submission Responses as PDF or Word
- Verify your Submission Responses Word Counts
- Upload Supporting Images as JPG or PNG
- Upload (if applicable) Supplemental Information
- Note Payment of credit card or check
- Submit Entry Form(s)
- If paying by credit card, visit our 2027 MCA Catalog to submit your payment - One payment can be made for multiple entries.
- If paying by check, please process and mail check ASAP. It is highly recommended you process and mail your check before November 20, 2026.
Entry Fee Payment (Credit Card)
Please use the button below to view the online catalog to make online (credit card) payments for your MCA entry fee(s). Please contact [email protected] with any questions or concerns.
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Cancellations made 48-hours prior to the event will be fully refunded. Due to our commitment with the meeting facility for food and beverage quantities, all other cancellations or no-shows will be invoiced for the full cost of the event.
Photography Disclaimer
Photos are frequently taken at our chapter events. The SMPS Central PA Chapter has the right to use photos from our events for any purpose, including but not limited to use in publications, on social media, in the newsletter, promotional materials, or on our website.
Charitable Contributions Disclaimer
Although payments and contributions to SMPS Central Pennsylvania are not tax deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes, they may be deductible as business expenses under other provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
