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The Clio Awards were founded in 1959 to honor excellence in advertising around the world. The prestigious program, which has continuously evolved alongside the creative industry it champions, today celebrates boundary-pushing marketing, advertising and communications from the brands, agencies and organizations that shape popular culture and drive global commerce. Each cycle, The Clio Awards brings together leading creative talent for an immersive judging experience to determine which entries will earn the prestigious Grand, Gold, Silver, and Bronze Clio statues.

Clio Music, founded in 2014, is one of five verticals developed by the Clios to celebrate creative excellence in a specialized field. The program champions boundary-pushing marketing, advertising and communications from the brands, agencies, record labels, venues, artists and creators that shape music culture. Each cycle, leaders from across the global music industry convene to determine which entries will earn the prestigious Grand, Gold, Silver and Bronze Clio Music Awards.

Clio Health, founded in 2009, is one of five verticals developed by the Clios to celebrate creative excellence in a specialized field. The program champions boundary-pushing marketing, advertising, and communications that promote physical, mental and social well-being. Each cycle, leaders from across the global health industry convene to determine which entries will earn the prestigious Grand, Gold, Silver and Bronze Clio Health Awards.

Clio Entertainment is the original and definitive celebration of creativity in the entertainment business. Originally established by The Hollywood Reporter in 1971, the awards program recognizes excellence in marketing and communications across film, television, home entertainment and gaming.

Clio Sports, founded in 2014, is one of five verticals developed by the Clios to celebrate creative excellence in a specialized field. The program champions boundary-pushing marketing, advertising, and communications from the teams, leagues, brands, agencies, and media brands that shape sports culture. Each cycle, leaders from across the global sports industry convene to determine which entries will earn the prestigious Grand, Gold, Silver, and Bronze Clio Sports Awards.