DAC has been shortlisted five times at the 2026 Global Digital Excellence Awards, recognizing work that brings together strong client partnerships, connected strategy, and measurable performance.

This year’s shortlist includes four client campaigns across integrated marketing and paid media, as well as a nomination for DAC as Standout Paid Media Agency of the Year.

Our finalist placements are:

• Standout Paid Media Agency of the Year — DAC
• Standout Paid Media Campaign of the Year — DAC & Bridgestone Retail Operations:Proving Incrementality: Creating Demand Through Connected Paid Media
• Standout Paid Media Campaign of the Year — DAC & Roto-Rooter:Transforming Paid Media into Predictable Growth
• Standout Integrated B2C Campaign of the Year — DAC & APEX Tool Group:Building Demand Through Integrated Marketing
• Standout Integrated B2C Campaign of the Year — DAC & Pep Boys:Early Black Friday: An Integrated Holiday Campaign

The recognition reflects a range of challenges, strategies, and business goals, but each shortlisted entry is grounded in the same approach: working closely with our clients to connect insight, strategy, media, and execution around the outcomes that matter most to their business.

Congratulations to our clients at APEX Tool Group, Pep Boys, Bridgestone Retail Operations, and Roto-Rooter, and to the DAC teams who helped bring each campaign to life.

The winners of the 2026 Global Digital Excellence Awards will be announced on October 22, 2026.

Explore the 2026 shortlist