The Drum

The Drum

Industry publication covering marketing, agencies, media

Overview

The Drum publishes content about modern marketing, agency business, creativity, and the future of media to help global marketers make better decisions. It operates as an online publication offering articles, features, and analysis, delivering insights through its website and related channels. The product works by curating and creating industry-focused news, opinion pieces, and reports that readers can access to stay informed and make smarter strategy choices. The Drum differentiates itself from competitors by concentrating specifically on marketing and agency ecosystems, offering practical guidance and industry intelligence targeted at marketers worldwide rather than broad general tech or business news. Its goal is to provide clear, actionable insights that help marketers and agencies navigate changes in media, technology, and consumer behavior.

About The Drum

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Why The Drum is rated
C+
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Consulting

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

1985

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What believers are saying

  • April 2026 awards opened globally, keeping a monetizable pipeline of entries and tickets.
  • The March 2026 ANA acquisition adds established B2B franchises and senior advertiser relationships.
  • August 2026 programming with Jon Iwata shows continued access to marquee marketing executives.

What critics are saying

  • Google and LinkedIn AI summaries can divert traffic from The Drum's newsroom immediately.
  • Awards and events depend on agency budgets; WPP and GroupM cuts hit sponsorship demand in 2026.
  • If audience attention shifts to creator-native video, The Drum becomes a niche trade title.

What makes The Drum unique

  • The Drum owns The Drum Labs venue and runs live awards in London, not just publishing.
  • March 2026 acquisition of ANA Business Marketing programs expands B2B World Fest Miami globally.
  • Its awards ecosystem now spans marketing, commerce media, and B2B franchises across regions.

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Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Employee Referral Bonus

Hybrid Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

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Mentorship Program

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The Drum
Oct 11th, 2023
The 5 biggest unresolved issues surrounding the use of AI in marketing

Last week, the Advertising Association - a UK-based trade association - announced the launch of an AI task force aimed at helping the UK's ad industry to navigate both the promise and perils presented by AI.

The Drum
Jul 28th, 2023
AI will create ‘that next leap in productivity’ for B2B marketers in APAC

Earlier this year, The Drum and MOI launched a report exploring the importance of connected B2B experiences as a catalyst for growth in APAC.

The Drum
Feb 28th, 2023
The Drum | World Creative Rankings 2023: The Top 100 US Agencies Revealed

Earlier, Drum released the Top 100 Ads list, in which US agencies claimed the top two positions for the most-celebrated campaigns of the year.

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Dec 22nd, 2022
Geometry | VMLY&R COMMERCE Colombia Appoints Camilo Afanador as CEO | LBBOnline

The global network was recently recognised as Agency of the Year by global editorial publication The Drum for its delivering creativity in commerce channels at the intersection of physical, digital and social.

The Drum
Dec 13th, 2022
The Inside Track On All Things OOH Advertising In 2023 | The Drum

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