There is something special about building things that work.
This year at the 2026 PRSA Renaissance Awards, the team didn't just show up. They dominated. We took home 13 awards in total. That is 13 separate moments where the judges looked at the work our team does every day and said, "That is the winner."
It is nights like this that remind me why we do what we do. It’s not just about the trophies—though they look great on the shelf. It’s about the validation that our philosophy of creative, integrated and insights-driven work actually moves the needle.
Vitro Soars to Best in Show
Our work with Vitro on the BirdSmart Bird Safe Glass campaign has been a passion project from day one. It’s not just about glass; it’s about conservation and smart design coming together.
The judges seemed to agree. The campaign didn’t just win—it received a perfect score.
We took home Best in Show, along with four additional Renaissance Awards in B2B, New Products and Services, Content Marketing and Integrated Marketing.
When you get a perfect score from your peers, you know you’ve built something special. This campaign proves that B2B marketing doesn't have to be dry. It can be vital, engaging and impactful.
Building Hope and Community
Our team picked up two Renaissance Awards for Pressley Ridge: Home Is Where the Hope Grows in the Nonprofit and Events categories.
If you know me, you know how much I value our community. Pittsburgh isn't just where we work; it's where we live. Helping an organization like Pressley Ridge to amplify their message of hope is exactly why we do what we do. It’s about using our skills to build stronger families together.
Internal Success
We often talk about external marketing, but internal communication is the glue that holds organizations together. That is why Essential Utilities wanted to create a transparent overview of career opportunities for a diverse workforce of over 3,500 employees. Our work for the "Career Lattice" project received a Renaissance Award in Internal Communications. Helping companies build stronger teams from the inside out is crucial work.
Celebrating Excellence Across the Board
The night kept getting better. We celebrated Merit wins that showcase the diversity of our expertise:
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FORTA’s Digital Revolution in B2B and Digital
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Kingspan Daytona 500 in Events
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Children’s Museum PGH Kids Collaborative in Influencer Relations
From digital revolutions to influencer relations, we are covering all the bases. It’s a testament to our team’s ability to pivot, adapt and execute no matter the industry.
A Hall of Fame Moment
The awards were fantastic, but the highlight of the night was personal.
Lynn McMahon was inducted into the PRSA Hall of Fame. She delivered a killer speech to a room full of industry pros, which was not surprising, but still a highlight from the evening.
Lynn embodies everything we strive for at Pipitone. Dedication. Vision. Excellence. She has helped build this agency and this industry and seeing her recognized with such a prestigious honor was the perfect capstone to an incredible night.
Looking Ahead
Nights like this are great for the ego, sure. But more importantly, they are fuel.
They remind us that what we are building here matters. We are setting the bar higher for 2027. We are going to keep innovating, pushing boundaries and building campaigns that deliver real ROI for our clients.
To our clients: thank you for trusting us. To the Pipitone team: thank you for your relentless pursuit of great work.
Let’s get back to building.
