Direct Digital Holdings Awards & Recognition

AWARDS

Awards & Recognition

We're proud to be recognized for innovation, impact, and excellence in advertising technology. Our work has been honored by top organizations for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in digital marketing.

INDUSTRY AWARDS & ACCOLADES

Featured Awards and Industry Recognition

Our commitment to innovation, performance, and transparency has earned recognition from some of the most respected names in the ad tech industry. These accolades reflect the trust our clients place in us and the results we deliver.

Gold 2025 dotCOMM Award

Recognized for our strategic PPC search marketing campaign with Emerald Isle Realty, driving measurable results through Google advertising.

2025 Communicator Award of Excellence

Honored for our innovative search marketing strategy in online travel and tourism with Emerald Isle Realty.

Gold 2025 Hermes Creative Award

Awarded for our user-focused website redesign that elevated Emerald Isle Realty’s brand and boosted online bookings.

EY Entrepreneur of The Year 2023 Gulf South Award

Entrepreneur Of The Year honors top entrepreneurs and high-growth business leaders from Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

2023 Sales and Marketing Technology Awards

The Sammys recognize the technologies and organizations helping to solve the challenges companies have connecting and collaborating with prospects and customers.

68th Annual Adrian Awards presented by HSMAI

Orange 142 earned two Silver Adrian Awards for standout influencer and search marketing campaigns, including Best of Category honors for driving major impact in travel and tourism.

2024 AdMonsters & AdExchanger Top Women in Media & Ad Tech Awards

Entrepreneur Of The Year honors top entrepreneurs and high-growth business leaders from Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

2025 eTSY Awards

Recognizing the 2025 eTSY Award winners for innovation in destination marketing, including Visit Bucks County and Orange 142 for Best Paid Search Campaign.

Houston Business Journal's 2025 Diversity in Business Award

Direct Digital Holdings was named an “Outstanding Diverse Organization” by the Houston Business Journal for our commitment to inclusion and workplace equity.

One-Year Public Listing Milestone - Nasdaq Closing Bell Honoree

Direct Digital Holdings rang the Nasdaq Closing Bell on February 14, 2023, celebrating one year as a publicly listed company.

100 Fastest-Growing Longhorn businesses in 2025

The Longhorn 100 honored DDH as top UT alumni leading some of the fastest-growing businesses worldwide.

MARCOM Awards

Orange 142 earned multiple MARCOM Awards for high-impact SEM, website redesign, display, and social media campaigns driving major booking and revenue growth for Emerald Isle Realty and Las Palomas Resort.

AVA Digital Awards

Orange 142 won a Gold AVA Digital Award for outstanding SEM strategy and performance with Emerald Isle Realty.

2024 Deloitte Technology Fast 500

Direct Digital Holdings ranked #101 on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™, with 1,184% growth and top rankings in Texas (#3) and Digital Platforms (#23).

Direct Digital Holdings Leadership Team

Led veterans in the cross section of digital technologies and advertising, Direct Digital Holdings brings a wealth of experience, expertise, and a bold vision to the table, helping out clients seize opportunities in an increasingly digital-first world.