InspirED Brilliance Awards
Celebrating Private School Marketing Worldwide Since 2016
Small Teams.
Brilliant Ideas.
At the InspirED Brilliance Awards, we know that small doesn’t mean limited. In fact, some of the most noteworthy private school marketing comes from one, two, or three-member teams.
Recognizing the Brilliance of Private School Marketing for a Decade
While 2026 is our 10th anniversary, and we’re proud of that, it’s not about us. It has never been about us. It’s always been about you.
The spotlight is on you and your work for enrollment, development, alumni/ae relations, branding, and so much more.
Large schools and small. In-house or outsourced. Big budgets or do-it-yourself.
You are brilliant. Let’s celebrate you.
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What School Marketers Say About the Brilliance Awards
I use the BA materials as a source of inspiration on a regular basis. Our school is tiny, serving 86 students from preschool to fifth grade in rural Los Olivos, CA. Having a place to look at what other big-budget schools are doing and what is successful/ working in the independent school world is truly a gift. I really appreciate what you do, it's hugely impactful for our small school.
Erica Olesen, M.Ed
Assistant Head of School
SYV Family School
Judging the Brilliance Awards offered a front-row seat to the extraordinary creativity and innovation of the best minds in school marketing around the world. Truly inspiring!
Kyle Bueschlen
Head of Communications & Marketing
Nanjing International School
It felt great to have the work recognized. I was so proud. Marin Academy is full of extremely talented students, staff, and faculty, and as we highlight their accomplishments, we become increasingly motivated to increase the amount we spotlight the dedication, passion, and effort put into our programs.
Melissa Neal
Digital Media Manager
Marin Academy