CHICAGO, IL / AGILITYPR.NEWS / October 05, 2026 / AMA’s Marketing / And Podcast Named A Finalist in the 5th Annual Signal Awards
Marketing / And is Nominated in the Creativity & Marketing Category
Chicago, IL—The American Marketing Association (AMA) is proud to announce that its podcast, Marketing / And, has been named an official Finalist in the Creativity & Marketing category in the fifth edition of the Annual Signal Awards.
Selected by the Signal Awards Judging Academy out of an exceptional pool of entries, Marketing / And has been recognized as one of the finest podcasts in the industry. As a finalist, the show is in the running to take home a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Award, with the winners to be revealed on October 20th.
Hosted by AMA CEO Bennie F. Johnson, Marketing / And dives deep into the dynamic world of business, culture, and modern strategy. The podcast features compelling conversations with CEOs, CMOs, and industry leaders and innovators exploring critical topics like moving past fear and hesitation, and building meaningful brand connections. By spotlighting the intersection of marketing and broader cultural forces, the podcast provided listeners with actionable insights and forward-thinking leadership perspectives.
In addition to competing for the juried awards, Marketing / And is now eligible for the 2026 Signal Listener’s Choice Award. This global competition puts the power in the hands of the fans and listeners, who can vote for their favorite shortlisted podcasts from now till Thursday, October 15. AMA encourages all listeners, members, and marketing professionals to cast their votes at the official Signal Listener’s Choice voting platform.
Listeners can catch brand new episodes of Marketing / And Season 8 live every Wednesday. Whether you are an industry veteran, an aspiring marketer, or a dedicated fan of leadership stories, tune in weekly to join the conversation and discover how top leaders are shaping the future of business. Find more information visit ama.org.
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About the American Marketing Association (AMA)
As the leading global professional marketing association, the AMA is the essential community for marketers. From students and practitioners to executives and academics, we aim to elevate the profession, deepen knowledge, and make a lasting impact. The AMA is home to five premier scholarly journals including: Journal of Marketing, Journal of Marketing Research, Journal of Public Policy and Marketing, Journal of International Marketing, and Journal of Interactive Marketing. Our industry-leading training events and conferences define future forward practices, while our professional development and PCM® professional certification advance knowledge. With almost 70 chapters and a presence on 350 college campuses across North America, the AMA fosters a vibrant community of marketers.
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Amy Gwiazdowski
VP, Communications
agwiazdowski@ama.community130 E. Randolph St., 22nd Floor, Chicago, 60601
Phone: 312-542-9076
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