Chartwell Agency Earns Six International Hermes Creative Awards

Chartwell Agency, an award-winning marketing firm based in northern Illinois, recently received six international Hermes Creative Awards from the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals.

Hermes Creative Awards is one of the oldest and largest creative competitions in the world which honors the messengers and creators who are bringing ideas to life through traditional and digital platforms. Each year, competition judges evaluate the creative industry’s best publications, branding collateral, websites, videos, advertising, marketing, and communication programs.

This year, Chartwell Agency received one platinum awards, two gold awards, and three honorable mentions. The firm earned the following recognitions:

Platinum:

• Rise at Regis Campaign: Chartwell Agency collaborated with Regis College to develop a versatile campaign concept,“Rise at Regis,” aimed atboosting enrollment and strengthening brand recognition. The initiative features a strong brand narrative, social and digital ads, video, billboards, print collateral, and campus signage. This elevated Regis’ visibility in the Boston market, outperformed digital benchmarks, and increased prospective student interest, all while reinforcing the college’s values-based, career-focused mission.

Gold:

• Rural Medical Training Collaborative Rebranding: Chartwell Agency led a comprehensive brand refresh RMTC, introducing a new logo, updated color scheme, and a fresh look for its stationery and materials. The updated identity honors RMTC’s history while highlighting its ongoing commitment to rural healthcare education. The new branding was revealed at the organization’s annual conference, generating excitement and setting the stage for future growth.

• Rural Medical Training Collaborative (RMTC) Website Redesign: In partnership with RMTC, Chartwell Agency developed a sleek, modern website that is both user-friendly and aligned with the organization’s mission. The primary goal was to enhance accessibility and deliver valuable information, particularly for individuals exploring rural residency programs. With streamlined navigation, rich educational content, and an improved overall experience, the redesigned site strengthens RMTC’s connection with prospective students and key stakeholders.

Honorable Mention:

• Discovery Center Museum Website Redesign: Chartwell Agency worked with the Discovery Center Museum on a brand refresh and website redesign that better meets the needs of its audience. The new site reflects the museum’s focus on education, accessibility, and child development. With intuitive navigation, mobile responsiveness, and a user-friendly design, the website is a valuable community resource and a strong reflection of the museum’s identity.

• Esta Barrett Logo Design: Chartwell Agency worked with Esta Barret to build a comprehensive brand identity that effectively communicates the property’s legacy and aligns with its historical significance. The new logo design connects elements from the manor’s historic architecture combining the distinctive roof and sturdy pillars, with the Carolina Rose, an original flower of the gardens. The refreshed identity sets the stage for future growth and preservation efforts.

• Picatinny Federal Credit Union Website: Chartwell Agency partnered with Picatinny to create a clean, mobile-first website focused on enhancing user experience. The new design allows for easy navigation and quick updates by staff, making it simple to highlight key content such as promotions, news, articles, and rates across all devices.