The 2020 CIIC Media Awards Are Here!

During a year of unprecedented events and shifts in the industries we love, CIIC has worked to maintain strong relationships with journalists, creatives and influencers. The third annual CIIC Media Awards allows us to show our gratitude to the incredible media partners who have helped us continue creating uplifting campaigns, supporting small businesses, and promoting the future of travel. This year, each winner will receive a special gift from our dedicated sponsor, Sovány. Sovány is an elevated beverage perfect for any occasion made with organic, Non-GMO ingredients that maintains a commitment to fair trade and sustainable production.

Learn more about this year’s winners and their inspiring work: 

• Best Influencer Collaboration: Oscar Alejandro

  Client: Palladium Hotel Group (Mexico) 

• Best New Contact: Dayvee Sutton

  Client: Palladium Hotel Group (US & Canada) 

• Best Digital Feature:  Cynthia Sass for Opal Apples on The Rachael Ray show

  Client: Opal Apples

• Best Trade Article: Jessica Montevago for TravelMarket Report 

  Client: Palladium Hotel Group (US & Canada)

• Best Podcast: On the Grow Podcast with Grace Lee

• Best Client Profile: Elaine Glusac for the New York Times

  Client: Quintana Roo Tourism Board

• Best Webinar Feature: Travel Shaming in the Era of COVID with Wanderful

  Client: Quintana Roo Tourism Board

• Best Social Media Feature: Kisai Ponce for Thrillist 

  Client: Sovány 

• Best Travel Advocate: Mark Chesnut 

  Client: Mexico Grand Hotels, Palladium Hotel Group (US & Canada)

• MVC (Most Valuable Contact): Jenny Hart

Congratulations to all of this year’s winners!