DEPT® is the Webby Agency & Network of the Year
We are incredibly proud to share that DEPT® has been named both Agency of the Year and Network of the Year at the 30th Annual Webby Awards.
To be recognized by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS) is always an agency highlight, but this year feels particularly special. Taking home a double crown—winning both Agency and Network honors—is a rare feat and validates our ability to deliver world-class innovation at a global scale.
With over 13,000 entries from 70+ countries, the competition has never been fiercer. Knowing that our work stood out amid such exceptional talent is a testament to the dedication of our teams and the vision of our partners.
2026 Webby Winners
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8
Webby Award Winners
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14
People’s Voice Winners
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6
Honorees
NVIDIA & American Society for Deaf Children: Signs
- Webby Award: App, Software & Immersive – Accessibility & Inclusion
- Webby Award: Websites and Mobile Sites – Responsible Innovation
- Webby Award & People’s Voice Award: Website & Mobile Sites – Accessible Technology
Signs is an AI-powered platform that breaks down communication barriers. By turning any camera into an interactive sign language coach using computer vision and machine learning, we’re making the world more accessible, one sign at a time.
Google: Google Antigravity
- Webby Award & People’s Voice Award: Website & Mobile Sites – Business blog/Website
Antigravity is Google’s agentic development platform. We designed the experience to empower both seasoned developers and creators to build next-gen AI apps and tools with ease.
Lululemon
- People’s Voice Award: Website & mobile sites – Fashion, Style & Beauty
- People’s Voice Award: Website & mobile sites – Shopping & Retail
We helped lululemon shift from a transactional digital journey to an immersive brand experience. By prioritizing movement, expertise, and culture, the new platform signals premium value and community leadership beyond the checkout button.
Netflix: Netflix Ads
- People’s Voice Award: Website & mobile sites – Best Navigation/Structure
Netflix Ads invites brands to be “at the center of attention.” We built an intuitive, high-impact digital destination that mirrors the premium nature of the Netflix streaming experience.
Google: Google Store
- People’s Voice Award: Website & mobile sites – Mobile Features & Design | Best Mobile Visual Design – Function
- People’s Voice Award: Website & mobile sites – Features & Design | Best User Interface
Building on a partnership that began in 2017, we’ve continued to evolve the Google Store. These wins recognize our work in turning store.google.com into a world-class e-commerce destination that balances beautiful visual design with functional excellence.
Talking Portraits
- Webby Award & People’s Voice Award: AI – Arts, Culture & Events
- Webby Award & People’s Voice Award: AI – Creativity & Storytelling
- People’s Voice Award: Apps, Software & Immersive – Arts, Fashion & Culture
- People’s Voice Award: AI – Best Real-Time Engagement
What started as a thought experiment became a breakthrough in generative AI. Talking Portraits creates emotionally responsive, AI-powered personas capable of holding live, natural conversations—sweeping four categories for its technical and creative innovation.
Otrium
- Webby Award & People’s Voice Award: AI – e-commerce & retail
Otrium’s “Ovatars” use AI to help products reach customers faster while reducing fashion waste, proving that digital identity and environmental responsibility can go hand-in-hand.
Docusign
- Webby Award & People’s Voice Award: Website & mobile sites – Best Practices
The DocuSign experience was recognized for excellence in the fundamentals, earning top marks for content, structure, navigation, and functionality, creating a seamless user journey.
DEPT® & Special US: Uber Eats
- People’s Voice Award: Advertising, Media, & PR – Best Copywriting
Working alongside Special US, we brought the “Hungry for the Truth” 2026 Super Bowl campaign to life. The win for Best Copywriting proves that even on the world’s biggest stage, a sharp, clever script is what truly captures the public’s imagination.
In addition to the winners, shoutout to the clients who were named as honorees or nominees: Mammut, Barbados, Cheetos, Nikon, and ABN Amro.
Fueling the future of growth
From AI-driven experiences to immersive commerce and digital storytelling, this year’s wins reflect our commitment to helping brands find growth.
But as much as we love the shiny trophies, the real win is the People’s Voice category, where more than 4.6 million votes were cast by nearly a million fans. To the clients who trusted us with their boldest ideas, and to the fans who took the time to vote for our work: Thank you! You are the reason we keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
