JMS Marketing, Inc., a strategic B2B marketing firm, has earned a 2026 APEX Award for Publication Excellence. The award recognizes outstanding achievements in professional marketing communications. Chosen by a panel of industry judges, JMS Marketing stood out among roughly 1,000 entries for its work on a new website for Horizons for the Blind, an accessibility-focused nationwide organization serving the blind and visually impaired community as well as the companies that serve them.
“This recognition reflects our commitment to delivering clear, strategic, and impactful digital marketing tools, with accessibility built in from the start rather than added later,” said Jean Marie Saidler, President of JMS Marketing, Inc. “We have always focused on helping clients communicate complex ideas and services while adapting to the demands of ongoing traditional and digital transformation.”
With a long history of award-winning work, JMS Marketing focuses on helping contractors, manufacturers and corporate organizations targeting the B2B arena. The firm is known for combining traditional marketing strategies with digital marketing innovation, distinctive creative and compelling storytelling to drive engagement, especially in industries were precision and clarity matter most.
The APEX recognition underscores JMS Marketing’s continued leadership in developing content that not only informs but also elevates industry conversations.
CRYSTAL LAKE, IL – March 30, 2026 – JMS Marketing today announced that it has once again achieve national recertification as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), the nation’s leading Third-party certifier of businesses owned and operated by women.
This recertification confirms that JMS Marketing continues to be majority woman-owned, operated, and controlled, following WBENC’s rigorous review of ownership, management, financials, and day-to-day operations.
“For us, WBENC recertification is about more than a credential,” said Jean Marie Saidler, founder and president of JMS Marketing. “It’s a reminder of why we started this business in the first place – to bring a different perspective to the table, create space for more voices to be heard, and help our clients tell stories that reflect the industries they serve.”
About JMS Marketing
Founded in 1991, JMS Marketing is an award-winning Chicago-area marketing agency specializing in integrated marketing programs that include digital campaigns, branding, content, trade shows and events. The agency helps organizations clarify messages, engage key audiences, and drive measurable growth through integrated, data-informed strategies. For more information, visit www.jmsmkt.com
JMS Marketing, Inc. has been awarded the prestigious American Digital Design Award for Digital Design in video from Graphic Design USA.
Leading with the theme “The Fun Never Ends”, the lively promotional video captures the essence of endless fun and excitement in a high-energy piece that leaves viewers craving for more and eager to experience the thrilling adventure that awaits them at the Amusement Expo International (AEI). The annual 4-day conference and trade show is one of the largest events that cater to manufacturers, venue owners/managers and other professionals in the out-of-home entertainment industry.
“This recognition means a great deal to us. It is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion that our entire team pours into our projects. We share this award with our clients and all those who have supported us along the way,” stated Jean Marie Saidler, President of JMS Marketing, Inc.
As AEI’s trusted marketing partner, JMS Marketing has developed creative elements for the event and has streamlined communication and marketing tools throughout the campaigns which have helped to generate year-over-year increases in both exhibit registrations and attendance over the past 4 years.