Call for CUNA Marketing & Business Development Awards Submissions


The most prestigious annual credit union industry competition, the Diamond Awards, are now accepting submissions for the 2019 Conference and Award Program. The CUNA Marketing & Business Development Council Diamond Awards recognize and reward creative excellence and outstanding results along with individuals who have made an impact, or will make an impact, in the credit union marketing industry.

In 2018, the awards program received over 1,200 entries and submissions for the 35 categories. All entries are judged by a panel of peer judges who select the best and the brightest to receive this recognition.

The Early Bird Deadline for the competition is Monday, December 17, 2018 and the Final Deadline is Monday, January 14, 2019.

In addition to the Diamond Awards, nominations are also being accepted for the following honors which recognize individuals for their contributions to credit union marketing and business development.

  • Business Development Professional of the Year
    Nomination Deadline: January 7, 2019
    Entry Materials Deadline: February 4, 2019
  • Lifetime Achievement Award
    Nomination Deadline: February 4, 2019
  • Rising Star Award
    Nomination Deadline: February 4, 2019
  • Excellence in Marketing & Business Development Award
    Entry Materials Deadline: February 4, 2019
  • Marketing Professional of the Year
    Nomination Deadline: January 7, 2019
    Entry Materials Deadline: February 4, 2019

A full list of categories as well as past winners, photos, submission details, entry process, and an FAQ can be found at: http://www.cunacouncils.org/events-calendar/mbd-awards/