Named Top 100 Marketers to Watch 2026 by Alt Marketing School

Starting 2026 with a Little Shine

Well, this is a lovely way to kick off the new year!

I'm thrilled to share that I've been named to the Alt Marketing School's Top 100 Marketers to Watch 2026 list, specifically in the Podcasters & Marketer Creators category. A huge thank you to Fab Giovanetti and her team for this recognition.

Here's what really got me about this award. The Alt Marketing School describes their Top Marketers list as "a yearly celebration of marketing that goes beyond acronyms." They're shining a light on people who are marketers, yes, but who also bring something extra showing up with heart, intention, and a genuine desire to make the industry better, all while bringing "boat loads of inspiration" to everyone else.

Isn't that nice?

That description captures exactly what I'm trying to do with the Creatives Like Us podcast, creating a space for authentic conversations, amplifying underrepresented voices in the creative industry and building a community where we can all learn from each other.

This recognition feels especially meaningful as I'm heading into my 14th year running Lyons Creative. Fourteen years! It's wild to think about how much has evolved since 2006, but the core of what I do remains the same: partnering with clients who value thoughtful design and building connections that matter.

None of this would be possible without the incredible people who've been part of this journey. To everyone who has:

• Worked with me on design projects

• Listened to the podcast

• Shared episodes with their networks

• Been a guest and shared their story

Thank you. I appreciate you all more than you know.

If you want to check out the full list of the other 99 brilliant marketers who made the cut, head over to the Alt Marketing School's Top Marketers 2026 page. Congratulations to everyone on the list –what inspiring company to be in!

Here's to a year of continuing to show up with heart and intention.