"The KitKat Heist" by VML London and Burson for KitKat
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VML Named Network of the Year and VML UK Crowned Agency of the Year at 2026 Gerety Awards
With 44 honors, including 2 Grand Prix for "The KitKat Heist," VML celebrates KitKat as Brand of the Year and regional wins for VML Mexico and VML New York
- Published Date
- Sep 22, 2026
VML has reinforced its status as a global creative powerhouse, earning top honors at the 2026 Gerety Awards, including being named Network of the Year in the prestigious Global of the Year Honors. Adding to this incredible achievement, VML UK was crowned Agency of the Year, while our valued client, KitKat, was celebrated as Brand of the Year—a testament to the groundbreaking work we’ve accomplished together.
VML has established its position as a global creative leader, with three of its offices earning the coveted Regional Agency of the Year honors at the 2026 Gerety Awards:
- Europe: Agency of the Year – VML UK
- LATAM: Agency of the Year – VML Mexico
- North America: Agency of the Year – VML New York
This remarkable achievement was part of a broader triumph for VML, which took home an impressive 44 honors at the 2026 Gerety Awards. Among the accolades are 2 Grand Prix, 10 Gold, 12 Silver, 6 Bronze, and 14 Shortlist entries, underscoring the agency’s ability to deliver groundbreaking campaigns across its global network.
Leading the charge was VML’s celebrated campaign, The KitKat Heist, which secured two of the four Grand Prix awards presented at this year’s Gerety Awards. Praised for its innovative storytelling and cultural resonance, the campaign exemplifies VML’s commitment to pushing creative boundaries and crafting work that connects with audiences worldwide.
The Gerety Awards, renowned for celebrating creative excellence through a uniquely female lens, honor the best in advertising and marketing from around the globe. This year’s recognition highlights VML’s ability to produce impactful, forward-thinking campaigns that deliver results for its clients.
At VML UK we are thrilled with these exceptional results in such an important award show. The Gerety Awards play a powerful role in identifying and awarding the best work in the world, and it’s judged by truly incredible juries. It is a testament to our teams, clients and partners and the journey we are on to help our clients grow, by making unique and differentiated work for the world we are in today. We couldn’t be happier with the results.
