Whatsapp Join our WhatsApp Group

Month: August 2026

Categories
Archive
Much of the content we share is created and shared by our community. We strive to deliver a positive, respectful environment for our community to share their own views and opinions, but these may not always directly align or reflect those of Don’t Panic and the Global Search Awards.
Image: Five Things That Are Changing Search Marketing Right Now, And What To Do About Them Five Things That Are Changing Search Marketing Right Now, And What To Do About Them By AIIMS Group, 2026 Global Search Awards finalist across 6x categories Search marketing is not what it was five years ago. It is not even what it was eighteen months ago. The pace of change in how people find information, how search engines present it, and how businesses need to think about their digital presence […] Read More
Image: From Sydney to the Global Stage: AIIMS Group’s 2026 Global Search Awards Shortlist From Sydney to the Global Stage: AIIMS Group’s 2026 Global Search Awards Shortlist When AIIMS Group opened its doors in Sydney in 2010, the founding team sold their first website for $69. Fifteen years, 101 specialists, two global offices, and 1,000+ active clients later, the agency has been shortlisted for six categories at the 2026 Global Search Awards, one of the most competitive search marketing recognition programmes in […] Read More
Image: From Melbourne to the Global Stage: Optweb Digital Named Awards Finalist 2026 From Melbourne to the Global Stage: Optweb Digital Named Awards Finalist 2026 We’re absolutely thrilled to share the exciting news: Optweb Digital has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Global Search Awards, in not one but two categories: Best Local Campaign (SEO) and Best Low Budget Campaign (SEO)! Get to Know the Brains Behind the Work We’re a Melbourne based digital marketing agency operating across Australia, […] Read More
Image: Meet Why SEO Serious, the team nominated for a Best SEO Global Search Award Meet Why SEO Serious, the team nominated for a Best SEO Global Search Award Who we are Why SEO Serious is an organic marketing agency. We often work with fintech, Web3 and other niches where the search demand is technical and getting the intent wrong means attracting the wrong audience. At Why SEO Serious, we have a rule: if an SEO problem keeps forcing teams to guess, it is […] Read More
Image: The Search Performance Trap (and How to Break Through It). The Search Performance Trap (and How to Break Through It). Performance marketing used to be predictable. You set up tight paid search campaigns, targeted high-intent keywords, optimised landing pages, and harvested demand waiting at the bottom of the funnel. If your brand wants growth, that playbook is no longer enough. Rising media costs, changes in search behaviour, and crowded auction spaces mean that relying exclusively […] Read More
Image: Wasted Spend to Won Leases: A Google Search Ads Turnaround Wasted Spend to Won Leases: A Google Search Ads Turnaround By Threshold A property’s paid search account went from a 1.60% click-through rate to 10.46%. Phone calls from prospects jumped 1,575%. Cost per click dropped 43%, without a single extra dollar added to the budget. That turnaround is the campaign we entered for Fairways at Star Ranch, and we’re proud to share that it’s been […] Read More
Image: From CEE Heritage to DACH Relevance: How Vegeta Built Premium Brand Demand From CEE Heritage to DACH Relevance: How Vegeta Built Premium Brand Demand A well-known brand in one region can still be an unfamiliar choice in another. That was the starting point for Vegeta in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Podravka brought more than 70 years of FMCG heritage and a presence in over 70 markets, but recognition in Central and Eastern Europe did not automatically create trust in […] Read More
Image: Tapping Into Intent: How a New Tapware Brand Went from Zero to Six Figures Tapping Into Intent: How a New Tapware Brand Went from Zero to Six Figures Catch Me Marketing Co. has been shortlisted for three categories at the 2026 Global Search Awards: • Best Use of Search – Retail / eCommerce • Best Integrated Campaign • Most Innovative Campaign (PPC) Three nominations. One campaign. And one emerging Australian brand with an ambitious goal and the willingness to trust the strategy behind […] Read More
Image: Vega Gibraltar Got Shortlisted. Here’s the Bit We’re Actually Proud Of. Vega Gibraltar Got Shortlisted. Here’s the Bit We’re Actually Proud Of. Two years old. Shortlisted for Best Use of Search – iGaming at the Global Search Awards. I read the email twice, then shouted it across the office at Steve and Steven before I’d actually confirmed it wasn’t spam. Who we are, quickly, because you’re busy Vega Gibraltar are a search and performance marketing agency built […] Read More
Image: The Quickest Win in PPC? Be Boring. The Quickest Win in PPC? Be Boring. Ignition Digital Shortlisted for the Global Search Awards 2026 share their PPC insights Why going back to the search terms report can still uncover some of the easiest wins in Google Ads. Spend five minutes on LinkedIn and most PPC posts are about the latest thing. AI. Automated bidding. Performance Max. Broad match. A clever […] Read More

Our Event Sponsors & Partners

DIGINIUS
Channable
CLICKTECH
PIMENTO
TRIBE GLOBAL
Boost Awards
WE ARE SEARCH
DON\'T PANIC
August Recognition
SEOSummit.ai
Fleet Street

Latest News

Image: Rewriting the rules of search: Scaling pipeline through precision data and AI
Rewriting the rules of search: Scaling pipeline through precision data and AI Read More
Image: Has Search Left the Search Box? How AI Is Changing the Rules
Has Search Left the Search Box? How … Read More
Image: Publicis Media Sweden Shortlisted Across Three Global Search Awards Categories
Publicis Media Sweden Shortlisted … Read More
Image: Two Nominations, One Philosophy: Bonzer at the Global Search Awards 2026
Two Nominations, One Philosophy: Bo … Read More

Testimonials

The UK Search Awards celebrate everything we strive for at Exposure Ninja: fantastic client results, innovative work that pushes the industry forward, and a brilliant team behind it all. We’re incredibly proud of the standard of work we deliver, so having it recognised amongst the UK’s best makes every shortlist and win really special. Charlie Marchant, CEO
Exposure Ninja
"We thank the judges for recognising our hard work, and congratulate all the participants, finalists, and winners of the 2023 Global Search Awards! It was a fantastic event, and we can’t wait to see what next year brings."
Climbing Trees
"Every applause, every accolade, and every word of recognition echoed a journey of dedication, passion, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Taking home three substantial awards, including the monumental ‘Best Global Large SEO Agency,’ has not only set a new benchmark for us but also for the industry, particularly for the MENA region. The nomination phase was thrilling, but the victory? It was electrifying!"
SEO Sherpa
"Winning the Best Small Budget SEO Campaign at the Global Search Awards is a proud milestone for Digital Hitmen. Competing globally alongside top agencies is an incredible honour, and this award reflects our commitment to helping clients reach their full potential online. For us, budget constraints inspire innovation, and this recognition proves that impactful results don’t require a six-figure budget."
Digital Hitmen
"Everything from the organisation of the event, the food, waiters, judges, hosts and how special we felt on the night made it one of the best awards our company has been a part of. We can’t wait to see you again next year – and who knows where it will take us! The awards exceeded all our expectations. Everything from the location, staff, food and entry process was seamless and met all our expectations and more!"
Candidsky
"Winning an award at the Global Search Awards means so much to us. It proves to us that our strategy works and is supported by great clients and solid results. Competing against hundreds of entries from around the world makes it even more special. We're proud of the hard work our team puts in every day, and it's exciting to see that recognised alongside other talented professionals in the industry." Emily Bencsics, Marketing & Digital Specialist
Megantic
"Awards like the Global Search Awards allow us to step outside our own bubble and benchmark ourselves against the very best. It’s not just about recognition - it’s about learning where to go next, what went well, and what we can improve. For me, that knowledge is just as valuable as the award itself." Mateusz Calik, CEO & Co-founder
Delante
"The entry process has been smooth and professional, with clear guidance and support throughout. Beyond that, the Global Search Awards themselves are an invaluable institution: they honour the great work happening across search marketing in an ever-evolving landscape, and we’re grateful to be part of it."
Bonzer
"As a team spread across the UK, Latvia, Spain, and beyond, this recognition isn’t just a win — it’s a shared milestone that celebrates creativity, collaboration, and real-world impact. Awards exist to push the industry forward — and we’re proud to be part of that movement." Alex Tkacovs, Founder and CEO
94 N
"ThoughtShift is thrilled for our digital marketing agency to be awards finalists in the Global Search Awards 2025. The Don’t Panic awards entry process and team were brilliant from start to finish. Being recognised by the Global Search Awards 2025 demonstrates our ThoughtShift Full-Funnel SEO & PPC agency is truly world-class." Helen Trendell, Co Founder & Managing Director
ThoughtShift
AWARDS CEREMONY COUNTDOWN
Days 07
Hours 08
Mins 02
Seconds 53