Proven by the work. Recognized by the people.
In The Black Marketing & Consulting has earned recognition from respected national, regional, and local organizations for growth, creative work, leadership, and the client partnerships behind it.

Honoree 2026
In The Black Marketing & Consulting ranked #31 on the 2026 list of South Carolina’s Fastest Growing Companies.

Honoree 2026, 2025
Inc. · National & Growth
In The Black Marketing & Consulting ranked No. 3,608 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list and improved to No. 2,937 in 2026, reporting 105% three-year growth.

Winner 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022 & 2021
Mount Pleasant Magazine · Readers' choice
Mount Pleasant Magazine's 2025 coverage identifies ITB as its readers' choice Best Marketing Firm in Mount Pleasant for the fifth consecutive year.

Winner 2026, 2025 & 2024
Guide to South Carolina · Marketing Firms
The Guide to South Carolina's 2024 winner directory includes In The Black Marketing & Consulting under Marketing Firms.

Winner 2024
Best Outdoor Advertising · Best E-Newsletter
Charleston AMA's official 2024 winner announcement lists Best Outdoor Advertising for Starling Chevrolet and Best E-Newsletter for Hamby Catering and Events.

Outdoor creative recognized by Charleston AMA as part of a broader dealership growth program.See the case study →

Email and identity work for a Lowcountry catering brand, recognized in 2024 and 2022.See the case study →

Brand identity for a neighborhood pizzeria, recognized the year it launched.See the case study →
In The Black has received recognition across national growth, local business choice, creative campaign work, and marketing leadership. The complete list on this page identifies the issuing organization, year, category, and source for each recognition.
Yes. Inc.’s 2026 company profile lists In The Black Marketing & Consulting at No. 2,937 on the Inc. 5000, with 105% three-year growth.
Awards can be a useful independent signal of growth, craft, and industry participation. They should complement—not replace—the evidence that matters most: a clear strategy, transparent reporting, and measurable client outcomes.
Explore the results for the strategies, work, and business outcomes behind the team’s client partnerships.
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