The recognition places Progress Communications at the very top of the European communications industry, following its earlier inclusion in PRovoke Media’s list of the 60 best agencies in the region. The “Best of the Best” distinction is awarded to agencies that not only meet but exceed the highest benchmarks of performance, innovation, and impact.
“This is an incredible milestone for our agency,” said Miek Gielkens, Managing Director Progress Communications. “To be selected as ‘Best of the Best’ by PRovoke Media is a powerful endorsement of our strategy, our team, and the results we deliver for our clients.”
PRovoke Media’s judging process is known for its rigor, combining quantitative performance indicators with qualitative assessment of campaigns, leadership, and industry influence. Progress Communications stood out for its ability to blend strategic clarity with executional excellence in complex, fast-evolving sectors.
Key factors behind the agency’s recognition include:
- A sharp positioning in B2B technology and innovation, with a proven ability to turn complex topics into clear, compelling stories that drive visibility and credibility.
- A strategy-first mindset, where communications are tightly integrated with clients’ commercial and reputational objectives.
- Consistent delivery of measurable results, demonstrating real business impact rather than vanity metrics.
- Strong growth and client retention, reflecting both trust and long-term value creation.
- A senior-led delivery model that ensures strategic oversight and quality at every stage of execution.
The award also reflects the agency’s role in shaping narratives around some of today’s most important themes, including digital transformation, AI, sustainability, and regulatory developments across Europe.
“This recognition is ultimately about our clients,” added Miek Gielkens. “Their ambition pushes us to think sharper, go deeper, and deliver better outcomes. Winning this award is a shared success.”
The PRovoke EMEA Awards are among the most respected accolades in the global communications industry, celebrating agencies that set the benchmark for excellence across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
More information about the awards can be found here.
About Progress Communications
Progress Communications is an award-winning full-service marketing and PR agency in the Benelux, with offices in Amsterdam and Antwerp. The agency is certified as a Great Place to Work, won an Agency of the Year Award in 2026 and ranks among the top 60 best agencies in Europe. Progress Communications supports technology-driven companies in the B2B and B2C markets with their marketing and communications activities.
More information: progresscommunications.eu
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