Brunswick Corporation Brands Earn Six Neptune Awards

Recognized for marketing excellence at 2026 Miami International Boat Show

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Brunswick Corporation was awarded six prestigious Neptune Awards for Marketing Excellence by the Marine Marketers of America during the 2026 Miami International Boat Show, including the coveted King Neptune Award for overall marketing excellence and industry impact.

Why it matters

The awards highlight Brunswick's continued leadership in innovative, results-driven marketing across the marine industry, showcasing the strength of its brand portfolio and strategic focus on delivering compelling storytelling, integrated customer experiences, and measurable business results.

The details

Brunswick's Neptune Award wins include the King Neptune Award, Marketing Collaboration, Industry Rising Star, Grassroots Event Marketing, Lead Generation Campaign, and New Product Launch Campaign. The awards recognize Brunswick's ability to push the boundaries of innovation, leverage digital tools, ecosystem storytelling and integrated brand experiences to connect with new and existing boaters.

  • The awards were presented during the 2026 Miami International Boat Show.

The players

Brunswick Corporation

The global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond.

Marine Marketers of America (MMA)

The organization that presents the annual Neptune Awards to celebrate the most effective and creative marketing initiatives across the recreational boating sector.

Sarah Warzecha

Recipient of the Industry Rising Star award from Brunswick Corporation.

Freedom Boat Club

A Brunswick Corporation brand that won awards for Grassroots Event Marketing and New Product Launch Campaign.

Bayliner

A Brunswick Corporation brand that won the Lead Generation Campaign award.

Lauren Beckstedt

Chief Marketing Officer of Brunswick Corporation.

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What they’re saying

“These awards are a reflection of the incredible talent and collaboration across our global marketing teams. These accolades recognize how our teams continue to push the boundaries of innovation, leveraging digital tools, ecosystem storytelling and integrated brand experiences to connect with new and existing boaters in meaningful ways.”

— Lauren Beckstedt, Chief Marketing Officer, Brunswick Corporation

The takeaway

Brunswick Corporation's multiple Neptune Award wins, including the prestigious King Neptune Award, demonstrate the company's continued leadership in innovative, results-driven marketing across the marine industry. The awards highlight Brunswick's strategic focus on delivering compelling brand experiences and measurable business results through digital tools, ecosystem storytelling, and integrated customer engagement.