Windsor, Ontario (July 9, 2025) – Windsor-Detroit-based campaigns have earned international HERMES creative awards. The campaigns developed include: WolfheadDistillery (labels), the Children’s Foundation (microsite) and Windsor Police Service (community outreach campaign), created by Douglas Marketing Group (DMG). More than just industry recognition, these awards are a testament to the vital role that local and regional businesses play in strengthening our communities. From supporting youth to fostering economic growth, these initiatives have created a lasting, meaningful impact across the region.
Recognition includes two Platinum awards, and one Gold award. Platinum is the highest award given, honouring entries that demonstrate exceptional creativity, quality and innovation.
Windsor-based craft distillery, Wolfhead Cream Liquor labels were recognized with a Platinum HERMES Award. Wolfhead has worked with DMG since its opening in 2016, with this win marking the third award the two have celebrated together. Their success is a testament to how local businesses can elevate their brands through thoughtful design and storytelling, both essential for standing out in broader markets while remaining rooted in the community.
Also awarded a Platinum HERMES award was the Children’s Foundation microsite for the Michigan Central Station Children’s Endowment Initiative. DMG collaborated with the Children’s Foundation to create a dedicated microsite that supported the initiative across multiple touchpoints, driving traffic from news outlets, hosting charity applications, announcing selected organizations and ultimately encouraging donations for youth and community revitalization as part of the historic landmark’s restoration.
“A recipe for success starts with community-driven campaigns and strategic partnerships that showcase the unique strength of our region,” Kay Douglas, President of DMG, states. A strong example of this is the SSNAPP campaign developed with the Windsor Police Service, which was recognized with a Gold award in the Corporate and Social Responsibility category. “SSNAPP’s Neighbourhood Safety Plans are great examples of community coming together to support education, outreach and building trust,” Douglas continued.
SSNAPP – Substance Supports in Neighbourhoods Accessed through Police Partnerships – a program developed in collaboration with the Windsor Police Service, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit and the City of Windsor, provides crucial resources for designated communities to ensure residents and businesses have the necessary tools to address various situations.