Africa Marketing Confederation Founders Win Global CIM Honour

By Staff Reporter

The African Marketing Confederation (AMC) announced that its co-founders, Nigel Tattersall and Helen McIntee-Carlisle, received the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Honorary Fellowship during the AMC Conference in Johannesburg. The award recognises their exceptional leadership, innovation, and decades-long contributions to advancing the marketing profession across Africa.

The CIM Honorary Fellowship is among the most prestigious accolades in the global marketing field. It is reserved for individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the practice of marketing and inspired communities of practitioners worldwide. Fewer than a dozen professionals globally are granted this recognition each year, underscoring the significance of Tattersall and McIntee-Carlisle’s achievement.

Both Tattersall and McIntee-Carlisle have been instrumental in elevating African marketing onto the global stage. Their work has championed professional development, encouraged collaboration among marketers, and set high standards for ethical and strategic practice across the continent. By joining the ranks of past fellows such as Kate Hamilton, they affirm the global relevance of African marketing voices and perspectives.

Their influence extends beyond organisational achievements. Through the AMC, they have fostered a professional environment where African marketers can exchange ideas, grow skills, and ensure the continent’s voice is included in international dialogue. Their leadership has helped position Africa not as a peripheral player, but as a key contributor to shaping global marketing trends.

Dr. Elaine van Wyk, Group Chief Marketing and Sales Officer at Uxi Private Education, hailed the recognition as a turning point for African marketing: “The CIM’s Honorary Fellowship is one of the highest honours in marketing. Nigel and Helen earned it through their outstanding contributions to advancing marketing across Africa.”

Her remarks reflect the wider industry sentiment that this award represents more than individual success it is a milestone for the entire African marketing community.

For South African and African marketers, this recognition carries particular meaning. It demonstrates that homegrown expertise can earn global acclaim while adhering to the values of strategic insight, visionary leadership, and ethical practice. The award highlights the rising global stature of African marketing and inspires young professionals to see their work as part of an international narrative.

The AMC Conference provided a fitting stage to celebrate this achievement. Colleagues, peers, and industry leaders acknowledged Tattersall and McIntee-Carlisle’s decades-long commitment to building a thriving marketing community. Their dedication has laid a foundation for the continued growth and influence of African marketing professionals, ensuring that the next generation inherits both high standards and a global platform.

Nigel Tattersall and Helen McIntee-Carlisle’s recognition with the CIM Honorary Fellowship is more than a personal triumph  it is a moment of pride for Africa. Their achievement cements the continent’s growing role in shaping the global marketing profession and inspires marketers everywhere to pursue excellence that combines results with lasting influence.

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