Sample Winner Press Release
Congratulations on being named a Winner in the 29th Annual Webby Awards! A press release is a great way to spread the word of your incredible achievement.SAMPLE PRESS RELEASE TITLE
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[CITY, STATE] — [Date XX] – [Winner Name] announced today that it has been named the Best [category][Type: Websites and Mobile Sites; Video & Film; Advertising, Media & PR; Apps & Software; Social; Podcasts; AI, Immersive & Games; Creators] in the 29th Annual Webby Awards Internet Celebration. Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards, presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS), is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet. IADAS, which nominates and selects The Webby Award Winners are selected by a judging body of Internet industry experts, including Quinta Brunson, Writer, Director, and Actor; Todd Kaplan, Chief Marketing Officer, Kraft Heinz; Jaime Teevan, Chief Scientist, Microsoft; Desiree Perez, CEO, Roc Nation; Law Roach, Image Architect; Shigetaka Kurita, Artist & Father of Emojis; Shannon Sharpe, NFL Hall of Famer & Host, Club Shay Shay and NightCap; Severin Hacker, Cofounder & CTO, Duolingo; Marian Croak, VP of Engineering – Responsible AI & Human Centered Technology, Google; Sarah Harden, CEO, Hello Sunshine; Questlove, DJ and Producer; Bob Carrigan, CEO, Audible; and Katie Couric, Journalist.
[WINNER NAME] NAMED BEST [Category] [Type: Websites and Mobile Sites; Video & Film; Advertising, Media & PR; Apps & Software; Social; Podcasts; AI, Immersive & Games; Creators] IN THE 29th ANNUAL WEBBY AWARDS; [Entry title] Tops the Shortlist for International Awards Honoring Best of Internet. Visit Webbyawards.com to see [Winner Name]’s hallmark 5-word acceptance speech and follow @thewebbyawards on Instagram, Twitter/X, and YouTube, and experience the 29th Annual Webby Awards and the Internet’s Biggest Night on Monday, May 12, 2025.
[DESCRIPTION OF WINNER]
“[Winner Name] isn’t just shaping the Internet—they’re redefining it,” said Nick Borenstein, General Manager of The Webby Awards. “This honor celebrates the fearless creativity and sharp execution that make their work an unmistakable force online.”
[QUOTE FROM WINNER SPOKESPERSON]
[Winner Name] will be honored at the 29th Annual Webby Awards in New York City on May 12th where winners will have an opportunity to deliver one of The Webby Awards’ famous 5-Word Speeches. Past 5-Word Speeches include: Steve Wilhite’s “It’s Pronounced “Jif” not ‘Gif’; NASA’s “Houston We Have A Webby”; and SZA’s “The Internet Scares Me. Thanks.”
Hosted by comedian Ilana Glazer (Broad City, Babes, Good Night, Good Luck) the Webby Awards’ star-studded ceremony celebrates the best of the Internet. Fans can follow and watch show highlights including hallmark 5-Word Speeches from the night’s big winners on May 12th by following The Webby Awards @thewebbyawards on Instagram, Twitter/X, TikTok and on YouTube.
ABOUT WINNER
[INSERT WINNER BOILERPLATE/GENERAL DESCRIPTION ABOUT YOUR WEBSITE/ORGANIZATION HERE]
Find The Webby Awards Online:
Website: webbyawards.com
Instagram: @thewebbyawards
TikTok: @thewebbyawards
Linkedin: The Webby Awards
Facebook: Facebook.com/TheWebbyAwards
YouTube: youtube.com/thewebbyawards
About The Webby Awards:
Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet, including Websites and Mobile Sites; Video; Advertising; Media & PR; Apps & Software; Social; Podcasts; Games and AI, Metaverse & Virtual. Established in 1996, The Webby Awards received nearly 13,000 entries from all 50 states and over 70 countries worldwide this year. The Webby Awards are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS). Sponsors and Partners of The Webby Awards include Adobe, WP Engine, LinkedIn, Verizon, Meltwater, KPMG, NAACP, Vox Media, The Wall Street Journal, Deadline, AdAge, TechCrunch, The Hollywood Reporter, Film Independent, The Hustle, Series Mania, VidCon, The Podcast Show, Passionfruit, Embedded, Morning Brew, Creator Economy NYC, Creator Spotlight, AIGA, and The Publish Press.