Members of Ad Age’s The List on AI, agency reinvention, changing consumer demand and the growing pressure to turn marketing efficiency into business growth.

The Portland, Maine-based design agency leaned into bold design colors and typography to transform CPG brands.

The Austin indie agency pushed its clients by starting with product, packaging, media and brand strategy before creative.

Corner Table Creative uses daily huddles, real-time promotions and profit sharing to build trust, flexibility and engagement across its team.

Preacher’s biggest growth year came from staying true to the independent, relationship-first model.

Your chance to join the Small Agency Network is fast approaching.

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It’s officially summer, and you all have plenty of recommendations for what to read, watch and listen to between client calls and vacation plans.

Brands are taking to the streets of New York City to celebrate the New York Knicks’ first championship title 53 years.

The conference runs July 21–22 at Hudson Loft. Here's where to eat, drink and explore before, between and after sessions.

Teachers Unify to End Gun Violence, "Project Lockdown" is the Best Work for Good Pro Bono/Nonprofit at the 2026 Creativity Awards.

The List community connects honorees from 40 Under 40, Leading Women, the Tech Power List, Gen Zers to Watch and more Ad Age honorific programs.

Gen Z advertising talent seeks transparency, structured mentorship, AI guardrails and clear promotion signals from leadership to build trust and growth.

The Community is a 2026 Ad Age A-List Agency Standout.

Third-generation independent agency Tombras scaled when much of the industry was consolidating or selling.

Isla República blends cultural intelligence and strategy to export Latin American creativity globally.

Gen Zers describe enjoying this year’s ads, even if they were confused about the celebrity tie-ins, brand messages or products.

The Chicago Department of Public Health’s “Me & Nic Broke Up," made with Youth Marketing Connection, won bronze for Integrated Campaign of the Year among advocacy groups.

Opella-Enterogermina's “The Anti-Murphy’s Law of Toast,” made with agency MRM Spain, won bronze for Film/TV/Video Campaign of the Year among suppliers, vendors and pharmaceutical companies.