Enter/rules
Rules, dates and fees
How to enter, by when and how much it costs. The full rules are set out in the competition terms and conditions.
How to enter
- 01
Enter a candidate
Yourself, a colleague, a client or a team. Choose up to 4 individual categories and 1 team category.
- 02
Pay for the entry
By card or bank transfer against a pro forma invoice. The earlier, the cheaper — fees depend on the price tier.
- 03
Complete the content
After paying: bio, company and activity description, examples and results. You can add a short film.
- 04
Judging and Gala
The Jury evaluates the entries and the results are announced at the Gala on 4 December 2026.
Dates and fees
- 01.10Entries open
- 20.10End of the “early” rate
- 05.11End of the “regular” rate
- 12.11Entry deadline
- 18.11Materials for judging
- 13–27.11Jury voting
- 04.12Conference + Gala
| Item | Earlyuntil 20.10 | Regularuntil 05.11 | Lateuntil 12.11 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual entry in one category + invitation to the Gala and Conference | PLN 3,496 | PLN 3,996 | PLN 4,996 |
| Each additional individual category | PLN 1,996 | PLN 2,996 | PLN 3,496 |
| Team entry + invitation to the Gala and Conference | PLN 3,996 | PLN 4,996 | PLN 5,996 |
| Entry fee / Young & Impact category | PLN 400 | PLN 400 | PLN 400 |
| Additional invitation to the Gala and Conference | PLN 990 | PLN 1,296 | PLN 1,496 |
Frequently asked questions
Who is the competition for?
For people working in marketing, communications, PR, sales, digital and e-commerce.
Is the competition only for directors?
No. The Jury recognizes directors, heads of communications, PR, digital and e-commerce, as well as brand and product managers. In the Young & Impact categories we look for talent from NGOs, government, start-ups and young marketers.
Who can enter me?
Candidates can enter themselves or be entered by their company, agency or media house. An agency can enter several clients in one order.
How do I choose categories?
One person may enter up to 4 individual categories and 1 team category. Every individual entry automatically qualifies for the Grand Prix. Not sure where to start? Ask the category advisor.
What is the entry deadline?
Until 12 November 2026. Entries paid earliest — by 20.10 — cost the least.
How do I prepare an entry?
Prepare a presentation: the candidate’s bio, a company profile, the actions they are responsible for, examples and results. You can add a short film. Tips and judging criteria are in the Entry Kit.
What does an entry include?
Individual and team entries include an invitation to the CMO Executive Summit conference and the Final Gala on 4 December 2026. The conference precedes the DMR Gala.