KINGSTON, Jamaica — The AdMark Network, a leading advertising agency founded in Jamaica and celebrating its 60th anniversary, has received a prestigious Angel Award for excellence in public service advertising.

The communications conglomerate, which now operates regionally, was recognized at the American Advertising Federation’s (AAF) 7th Annual District 4 Angel Awards.

This recognition celebrates AdMark’s exceptional work with the National Commercial Bank’s (NCB) ‘Grant a Wish’ campaign, a project that brought visibility and support to Jamaican community initiatives through impactful television storytelling, on radio and digital media.

The “Grant a Wish” campaign highlighted and celebrated the importance of generosity and community support. By amplifying the efforts of charities, schools, community heroes, people with disabilities and those with critical medical needs, the campaign demonstrated the power of collective action. Through public nominations and voting, the initiative showcased stories of hope and provided critical support to those most in need across Jamaica.

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Arnold ‘JJ’ Foote, Executive Chairman of the AdMark Network, expressed his pride in the award, saying: “We are incredibly proud and honored to have received an Angel Award for the NCB Foundation’s ‘Let It Shine’ campaign in 2023 This recognition reflects our deep commitment to supporting initiatives that empower and uplift our communities. Contributing some of our services to this impactful campaign was not only our pleasure but also our duty, as we believe in the power of collective efforts to create lasting change.

“This award reaffirms the dedication of our agency network to fostering growth, hope and opportunity across the island and region. We look forward to continuing our work alongside partners who share this vision of a brighter Jamaica,” Foote continued.

The Angel Awards, hosted annually by AAF District 4, recognize excellence in public service advertising, honoring campaigns that demonstrate exceptional results and creative execution in support of community causes. The awards bring together advertising professionals from Florida and the Caribbean to celebrate the industry’s role in generating positive social impact.

With a heritage rooted in Jamaica and a growing network spanning North America and Trinidad and Tobago, the AdMark Network continues to be a transformative force in Caribbean advertising.