Is it all about the bling? Of course it is. Here are the awards given in the Golden Image Awards competition.

New for 2024! Judges’ Creativity Award

Presented by judges to entries that demonstrate impressive creativity. More than one may be presented in each category.

Judges’ Award

Presented by judges to entries that achieve impressive return on investment. More than one may be presented in each category.

Award of Distinction

Presented to entries that meet a set standard of excellence determined by the panel of judges. More than one may be presented in each category.

Golden Image Award

May be presented to the top-scoring entry in each category if the entry meets a set criteria of excellence determined by the panel of judges. Only one Golden Image Award is presented in each category.

Grand Golden Image Award

May be presented to the best Golden Image Award-winning entry in Divisions B and C. Only one Grand Image Award is presented in each division.

Dick Pope All Florida Golden Image Award

May be presented to the best Golden Image Award-winning entry in Division A. Only one Dick Pope All Florida Image Award is presented.  This award was named after Richard D. “Dick” Pope, Sr., who founded Cypress Gardens, a legendary Florida roadside attraction, in 1936 and was one of the early leaders in the emerging public relations profession following the Great Depression. While Pope was handing out gardenias to publicize his fledgling theme park, he met John Dillin, who was working for the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce. It was the beginning of a life-long personal friendship. In 1938, Dillin founded FPRA, and Pope was at his side. Both FPRA and Cypress Gardens flourished due to these two innovators. Pope came to be known as ”Mr. Florida,” creating endless opportunities for publicity photos and events that showcased Florida, Florida citrus and his beloved Cypress Gardens, which is now LEGOLAND Florida. Dick Pope set new standards and direction for promotional and publicity techniques, including producing more than 500 news reels and 75 short films that brought both Hollywood and television exposure, luring visitors to Florida from around the globe. Upon his passing in 1987, FPRA honored Pope by adding his name to our Grand All Florida Golden Image Award.