The Sandie Awards are San Diego’s Premier Marketing Awards Event.

Award shows are no place for modesty! At the Sandies, details that deliver take center stage.

San Diego’s top marketers display their boldest and most impressive work across digital marketing, integrated campaigns, branding, and innovation.

Join us for an unforgettable evening honoring the individuals, teams, and campaigns delivering creativity, strategic excellence, and measurable impact.

Hosted by AMA San Diego, this premier celebration unfolds on Thursday, May 21, at the luxurious Town & Country Resort in Mission Valley.

Why Enter?

The Sandies are where the details shine! Showcase your best work, grow your brand, expand your network, and even enjoy some gourmet hors d’oeuvres. Plus, every winner gets to take home bragging rights!

From branding to experiential marketing, SEO, and beyond, there’s a Sandie for every specialty! Agencies, in-house teams, and nonprofits compete for the most coveted title in San Diego’s marketing community. So what are you waiting for?

2026 Volunteer Committee

It is with overwhelming gratitude and pride, we introduce our 100% volunteer committee.

Summer Haines
VP of Special Events/Co-Chair
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Kristin Heinig
Co-Chair
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Bobby Buchanan
Brand Director
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Chiara Franzoi
Email Marketing Manager
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Cassidy Torgler
Branding Sub-Committee – Design
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Jasmine Vander Meide
General Event Manager
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Jennifer Wilbur
Sponsorship Communications
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Evencia Leite
Sponsor Management
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Shaina Haneline
Social Media Manager
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Kim Marquadt
Copywriter
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Alan Gudiel
Sponsorship
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Marissa Carter
Photographer
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Maria VidalsShow Caller
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Alberto Garcia
Production Video
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Avery Felter
Student Liaison
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Gabriela Campos Production Team
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Jennifer Minney
Social Media
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Divya Poddar
Awards Manager
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Stephanie Contreras
Social Media
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Jasleen Sahota
General Event Manager
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Cris Noble
Website Developer
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Angela Noble
Website Designer
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Holden Frey
Branding Sub-Committee
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Olivia Kader
Event Experience
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Amy Nguyen
Event Experience
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Kerly Marques
Awards Team
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About AMA San Diego

The San Diego chapter of the American Marketing Association is a dedicated non-profit powering our region’s marketing community with exclusive opportunities for networking and professional development. Their volunteer team of senior marketers supports both members and nonmembers through webinars, mixers, conferences, award shows, and more.