Emerging brands and those long-established—but suddenly discovering breakthrough success—typically owe their triumphs to individuals whose innovative ideas, exceptional talents and ability to meet and adapt to new challenges have propelled the brand forward. These brand stars exist across the globe, and Adweek’s Brand Stars category pays them homage and discusses the notable achievements of these rising leaders. Showcasing the success stories of savvy startups to the marketing-minded thoughts and showstopping work of independent thinkers, Brand Stars offers great insight into what can be done to ensure a bright and energetic future for a brand.

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Adweek Celebrates the Brand Stars of Cincinnati

Honoring the best of the best of the Queen City.

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Adweek’s 25 Cincinnati Brand Stars of 2019

Meet the leaders and rising stars shaping one of the Midwest's most innovative hubs.

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Adweek Honors the Brand Stars of Detroit

Celebrating Motor City's innovators at the Shinola Hotel.

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These 33 Brand Stars Are a Big Part of Why Toronto Is a Leader in Marketing, Media and Tech

Adweek celebrates the city's most innovative, forward-thinking and creative figures.

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25 Detroit Brand Stars Who Are Defining a New Era for the City

From auto innovators to passionate storytellers, these rising leaders are showing the city's limitless potential.

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How Two Agency Strategists Embarked on a Quest to Find and Sell the Best Denim on Earth

The labor of love came from a desire for a better product.

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23 Dallas Brand Stars Helping Drive One of Today’s Most Dynamic Hubs for Business and Innovation

From major brands to savvy startups, these marketing-minded leaders are worth keeping an eye on.

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Adweek Honors 16 Rising L.A. Brand Stars

From Silicon Beach to the San Fernando Valley.

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Adweek Honors Chicago’s Rising Brand Stars

Celebrating Windy City innovation.

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Here’s a Look at Adweek’s First Seattle Event, Honoring the City’s Rising Brand Stars

The city's innovation and independent thinking were well represented.

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