About Gold Circle Awards

Gold Circle Awards recognize extraordinary marketing, membership, and communications efforts in 15 categories that move our organizations forward. 

Marketing, membership, and communications play a vital role in associations, whether to connect with members, keep them informed of important issues, or raise awareness of programs and initiatives.

Creativity and innovation in successful marketing, membership, and communications programs should be applauded and recognized, and that’s precisely what the Gold Circle Awards are all about!

Winners are recognized annually at the ASAE Marketing, Membership & Communications + Tech Conference, as well as throughout the year in ASAE learning programs that showcase the winning organizations’ award-worthy work and expertise.

The 2026 Gold Circle Awards application period is now open!

Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. ET on February 5, 2026.