Cayman’s Marketing Excellence Takes Centre Stage: Winners of the 2026 CIMPA Awards Announced

The Cayman Islands Marketing Professionals Association (CIMPA) concluded its flagship annual event on a high note this weekend, crowning the winners of the 2026 CIMPA Awards. The gala, held on the evening of April 18th at Hotel Indigo, served as the grand finale to the “Level Up: Marketing’s New Formula” conference, celebrating the creative brilliance and strategic mastery that define the Cayman Islands’ marketing landscape.

The 2026 awards recognised individuals and organisations that have pushed the boundaries of innovation and community connection over the past year. From digital transformation to impactful storytelling, this year’s winners represent the absolute “best of the best” in the industry.

The 2026 CIMPA Award Winners:

• Rising star of the year: Rosita Ritch

• Community Impact of the year: Health City Cayman Islands – Mind the Gap

• Campaign of the year: Compass Media – TimeBack

• Agency of the year: AirVu Media

• Creative Professional of the year: Robert Tyler

• Website/app of the year: Cayman Islands Government – GOV.KY

• Marketer of the year: Rebekah Brooks

• Video of the year: The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman – Giro de Cayman

• Brand of the year: Health City Cayman Islands

The awards ceremony followed the annual CIMPA conference, which outlined the “new formula” for marketing success. Attendees to the conference explored the intersection of artificial intelligence, synthetic data, and the irreplaceable value of human intuition. The event featured a powerhouse lineup of international and local experts, including Sabaa Quao, Eric Gilbertsen, Ted Bravakis, Mark Frankel, Nick Lawrence, and Yannick Connan, alongside local leaders such as Rosa Harris, Oneisha Richards, and David Feare.

“The calibre of work we’ve seen this year is a powerful testament to the world-class excellence thriving right here in the Cayman Islands,” said Ben Leftwich, Chair of the CIMPA board. “Our local industry isn’t just keeping pace with global trends; we are setting the standard for how creativity and strategic insight can drive real commercial success. By mastering the ‘new formula’ of marketing, our professionals are proving that Cayman can be a hub of marketing talent and innovation on the international stage.”

The quality of work showcased throughout both days serves as a reminder of the world-class talent residing within the Cayman Islands. Whether through the Department of Tourism’s globally recognised branding or the local impact of the “Mind the Gap” initiative, the 2026 CIMPA Conference and Awards highlighted how strategic marketing continues to drive commercial results and social change.

For those who missed the event or wish to learn more about the winning projects, visit www.cimpa.ky