Dolphin Recognized in The PR Net 100 2026
Dolphin earns a place on The PR Net 100 2026 list after a record-competitive submission year and will be honored at a New York event.
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Dolphin (DLPN) has been named to The PR Net 100 2026, an annual list honoring 100 leading global marketing and communications agencies.
The 2026 list, now in its sixth year, drew a record number of submissions, which The PR Net describes as its most competitive field to date. Honorees were evaluated by a panel of senior communications and marketing leaders from brands including Baccarat, Caudalie, MOCA, Two Trees Management, TikTok, Shangri-La, Volvo and Heineken. Dolphin’s CEO Bill O’Dowd attributes the recognition to the company’s entrepreneurial leaders and the impact delivered for clients. Dolphin and other honorees will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 15 at WSA in lower Manhattan, New York City.
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Dolphin named among 100 leading global agencies honored for talent, innovation and influence in marketing and communications
MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / September 10, 2026 / Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) has been named to The PR Net 100 2026, the annual list recognizing the companies setting the benchmark for talent, innovation and influence in today's marketing and communications industry. Now in its sixth year, The PR Net 100 drew record submissions in 2026, making this year's field the most competitive to date.
Bill O'Dowd, CEO of Dolphin, comments, "Today, the most effective communications work sits at the intersection of culture, creativity and business impact. Dolphin was built around exceptional, entrepreneurial leaders who understand how to create relevance and move audiences to action. This recognition reflects the strength of our teams and the impact they continue to deliver for our clients. Thank you to The PR Net and its judging panel for recognizing our work."
This year's honorees were evaluated by a panel of senior communications leaders, including Reid Myers, Head of Marketing at Baccarat; Christine Pierson, Vice President of Communications and Special Events at Caudalie; Danielle Bias, Chief Communications Officer at The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA); Michaella Solar-March, CMO of Two Trees Management; David Kang, Global Product Marketing Lead at TikTok; Olivia Christensen, AVP Corporate Communications, The Americas at Shangri-La; Kelly Mason, Head of Communications at Volvo; and Anne de Graaf, Chief Corporate Relations Officer at Heineken.
"We are proud to mark the sixth year of The PR Net 100 with such an impressive group of honorees," said Lisa Smith, Founder of The PR Net. "This year's list reflects the breadth and strength of agencies who are shaping the communications industry with creativity, innovation and impact. These firms are not only delivering exceptional results, but also setting the standard for what it means to lead with purpose and vision."
Dolphin and the rest of this year's honorees will be celebrated at a cocktail celebration on Tuesday, September 15 at WSA in lower Manhattan, New York City.
About Dolphin:
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.
At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.
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About The PR Net:
The PR Net is the premier global network for marketing and communications professionals. It redefines the traditional networking club and is recognized as an "industry insider favorite" among executives seeking a central platform for industry insights and connections. Founded by industry veteran Lisa Smith in 2015, The PR Net offers online content that reads like a magazine, exclusive member services, and highly coveted digital and in-person member events.
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FAQ
What is The PR Net 100 2026 and who evaluates honorees?
The PR Net 100 2026 is an annual list recognizing 100 agencies that The PR Net describes as setting the benchmark for talent, innovation and influence in marketing and communications. For 2026, honorees were evaluated by a panel of senior communications leaders from organizations including Baccarat, Caudalie, The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), Two Trees Management, TikTok, Shangri-La, Volvo and Heineken.
When and where will Dolphin be celebrated as a PR Net 100 honoree?
Dolphin and the other 2026 PR Net 100 honorees will be celebrated at a cocktail event on Tuesday, September 15 at WSA in lower Manhattan, New York City.
How does Dolphin describe its business and structure?
Dolphin describes itself as operating both as a venture studio and a marketing consortium. The venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas, including film, television, digital content, consumer goods, live events and partnerships. Surrounding this, its marketing consortium brings together agencies such as 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. to provide cross-marketing expertise across pop culture and consumer sectors.