The Drum
The Drum provides marketing and advertising professionals with essential industry news, insights, awards, and networking opportunities through a comprehensive global media platform.
Last updated May 11, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team · Connections updated Jun 1, 2026
At a glance
About
Leading global trade publication for marketing and advertising professionals
The Drum is a leading global media platform serving the marketing, advertising, and creative industries. Founded in Scotland, it has grown into a comprehensive resource offering breaking news, analysis, opinion pieces, and insights covering all aspects of modern marketing and advertising. The platform serves as a vital information source for marketing professionals, agencies, brands, and technology providers worldwide. The company operates as a multi-faceted media business, combining digital publishing with events, awards programs, and community-building initiatives. The Drum's content covers topics ranging from creative campaigns and agency news to marketing technology, data privacy, and industry trends. Its flagship awards programs, including The Drum Awards for Marketing and The Drum Awards for Digital Industries, have become prestigious industry benchmarks. The platform also hosts numerous events, webinars, and networking opportunities that bring together marketing professionals globally. As a subsidiary of Carnyx Group, The Drum maintains its distinct brand identity while continuing to expand its global reach and influence in the marketing and advertising ecosystem. The platform serves as both a news source and a community hub, connecting marketers, agencies, brands, and technology providers through its content, events, and networking opportunities. Its coverage spans traditional advertising, digital marketing, social media, influencer marketing, programmatic advertising, and emerging technologies impacting the industry.
Business model
Media/Publishing
Target market
Enterprise and Mid-Market
What they offer
The Drum Magazine
Digital and print publication covering marketing, advertising, and media industry news and trends
The Drum Awards
Prestigious awards programs recognizing excellence in marketing, advertising, and digital industries globally
The Drum Events
Industry conferences, webinars, and networking events connecting marketing professionals worldwide
The Drum Network
Global directory and networking platform connecting agencies, brands, and service providers
Content Studio
Custom content and branded content solutions for advertisers and sponsors
Key features
Use cases
Customer segments
Tech & specs
Technology stack
Security & compliance
Deployment
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