Sparks Executives Shine at Stevie Awards for Women in Business

Sparks is thrilled to announce that two of our top executives have been honored at the 21st annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business, a globally recognized competition that received over 1,500 entries from 36 nations this year. Kristy Elisano, Chief Marketing Officer, and Robin Lickliter, Chief Experience Officer, have both been recognized in the highly competitive category of "Woman of the Year - Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations."

Kristy Elisano secured a Silver Stevie Award, while Robin Lickliter claimed a Bronze. These accolades underscore their exceptional leadership and innovative contributions to Sparks and the filed of experiential marketing.

With over 20 years at Sparks, Kristy has been instrumental in shaping the company's marketing strategies and business development initiatives. Her promotion to CMO in 2020 reflects her profound impact on the organization. Kristy leads the strategic planning and development of Sparks' marketing and business development departments, infusing creativity and vision into every aspect of the company's growth.

As Chief Experience Officer, Robin plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional brand experiences. Her expertise in fostering meaningful connections has been vital in navigating the evolving landscape of experiential marketing. Robin oversees the experience division at Sparks is and is responsible for many of the memorable brand experiences that have significantly contributed to Sparks' global reputation as an industry leader.

These prestigious awards highlight Kristy and Robin's individual talents but also showcase the collective strength of the Sparks leadership team. Their achievements further cement Sparks' position as a leader in the industry, reflecting the agency's commitment to excellence and innovation in creating impactful brand experiences.

Read the full press release below:

Sparks' Kristy Elisano and Robin LIickliter Awarded Silver and Bronze in 21st Annual Stevie® Awards for Women in Business

Philadelphia, PA – November 11, 2024 – Sparks is proud to announce that Kristy Elisano, Chief Marketing Officer, has been awarded a Silver Stevie® Award, and Robin Lickliter, Chief Experience Officer, has received a Bronze Stevie® Award in the 21st annual Stevie® Awards for Women in Business. Both were recognized in the prestigious "Woman of the Year – Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations" category, highlighting their exceptional leadership and contributions to the experiential marketing industry.

The Stevie Awards for Women in Business, widely regarded as the world's premier business awards, honor the achievements of women executives, entrepreneurs, and the companies they run worldwide. This year's competition attracted more than 1,500 entries from 36 nations and territories.

Both Elisano and Lickliter’s awards recognize the outstanding contribution they have made to the event marketing industry as well as their continued dedication to various Women in Events initiatives.

"We are immensely proud of Kristy and Robin for their well-deserved Silver and Bronze Stevie Awards," said David Sudjian, CEO of Sparks. "Their visionary leadership and creative excellence have been instrumental in driving business success and innovation in the experiential marketing space. This win underscores their significant impact not only on Sparks but on the industry as a whole."

The awards were announced during a gala event at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City on Friday, November 8.

Details about the Stevie Awards for Women in Business and the list of Finalists in all categories are available at www.StevieAwards.com/Women.

About Sparks

Sparks is a leading global brand experience agency specializing in the design and execution of award-winning experiences that connect brands with their most important audiences. With a strong emphasis on creativity, innovation, and flawless execution, we deliver experiential marketing solutions that deepen relationships, inspire action, and build trust—all around the world. As the experiential marketing agency line of business within Freeman, Sparks brings a unique blend of strategic insight and executional excellence to every brand activation, corporate event, and trade show exhibit. Learn more at www.wearesparks.com.

About The Stevie Awards

Stevie Awards are conferred in nine programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service, and the Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 nominations each year from organizations in more than 70 nations and territories. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at www.StevieAwards.com.