The Direct Marketing Association of Washington (DMAW) announced the recipients of its 2026 Membership Recognition Awards, honoring individuals and organizations whose leadership, innovation, service and commitment have made a meaningful impact on the direct marketing and fundraising community.
The honorees will be celebrated during DMAW’s annual Best of Direct Awards Ceremony & Holiday Party, an annual tradition that brings the DMAW community together to recognize industry excellence, celebrate the organization’s legacy and look ahead to a new year of growth, connection and innovation.
“Each of this year’s honorees represents something special about the DMAW community — the willingness to lead, innovate, mentor, volunteer and help our industry move forward,” Raeshawn Crosson, executive director of DMAW, said via a statement. “Best of Direct gives us an opportunity to celebrate not only their individual accomplishments, but also the collective strength of a community that continues to invest in one another and in the future of our profession.”
2026 DMAW Award Recipients
Hall of Leaders
Polly Papsadore, President, Production Management Group
The Hall of Leaders Award recognizes an individual whose distinguished career, leadership and contributions have made a lasting impact on DMAW and the direct marketing and fundraising profession.
Industry All Star
Amy Sukol, Principal, Lautman Maska Neill & Company
The Industry All Star Award recognizes an established professional whose expertise, leadership and contributions continue to strengthen and advance the industry.
Changemaker of the Year
Gretchen Littlefield, CEO, Moore
The Changemaker of the Year Award celebrates a leader who is driving meaningful transformation and helping shape the future of direct marketing and fundraising.
Emerging Leader
Will Germinario, President, M3 Solutions
The Emerging Leader Award recognizes a professional demonstrating exceptional leadership, influence and promise within the industry.
Rising Star
Max Wilson, Account Manager, Epsilon
The Rising Star Award celebrates an up-and-coming professional who is already making an impact and demonstrating tremendous potential for continued leadership and success.
Nonprofit of the Year
The Nature Conservancy
The Nonprofit of the Year Award recognizes an organization demonstrating excellence in fundraising, engagement and mission-driven impact.
Volunteer of the Year
Meredith Piemme, Strategic Partnerships Director, Production Solutions
The Volunteer of the Year Award recognizes exceptional commitment to DMAW through their generous contribution of time, expertise and service to the association and its members.
Partner of the Year
The Engage Group
The Partner of the Year Award recognizes an organization whose collaboration, engagement and support have contributed meaningfully to DMAW and the broader community.
For additional information about DMAW, its programs and membership, visit www.dmaw.org
