Where DXP, CMS, and MarTech Go Head-to-Head
March Madness
Join the global tournament that celebrates digital experience platforms, content management systems, and the spirited community that surrounds them.
What Is DXP/CMS March Madness?
DXP/CMS March Madness is a community-powered, LinkedIn-fueled competition now in its 4th year. From mid-January through April, companies in the digital experience and martech space go head-to-head in a bracket-style tournament powered by LinkedIn reactions.
It's not about technical superiority—it’s about community, creativity, storytelling, and connection.
Past Champions:
2025: SimpliCity CMS (Canada)
2024: Squiz (Australia)
2023: Contentstack (USA)
March Madness 4 Goodness: Purpose-Driven Participation
This year introduces a new challenge: March Madness 4 Goodness. To become a sponsor of the tournament and receive an exclusive interview + scouting report, all you have to do is donate to a cause you believe in. No pay-to-play. Just good vibes and real impact.
This is how we elevate our platforms and our humanity.
Become a Sponsor Now (link to contact or form)
The Road to the Championship
Nominations Phase: Mid-January. Nominate any CMS, DXP, or martech-adjacent company anonymously Nominate here →
Seeding Phase: Mid-February. All nominees go up for LinkedIn voting. Reactions = votes. Top 16 move on.
Sweet 16 Bracket Begins: Mid-March. Weekly head-to-head matchups. Votes counted by specific reactions (claps vs lightbulbs, etc).
Final Four & Championship: April. The bracket concludes, and one company earns the trophy!
Winner Celebration: Post-AprilTrophy awarded in person. Plus, a full feature story on their "March" through the madness.
March Madness 2026 - How It Works
Nominations Phase: Mid-January. Nominate any CMS, DXP, or martech-adjacent company anonymously Nominate here →
Seeding Phase: Mid-February. All nominees go up for LinkedIn voting. Reactions = votes. Top 16 move on.
Sweet 16 Bracket Begins: Mid-March. Weekly head-to-head matchups. Votes counted by specific reactions (claps vs lightbulbs, etc).
Final Four & Championship: April. The bracket concludes, and one company earns the trophy!
Winner Celebration: Post-AprilTrophy awarded in person. Plus, a full feature story on their "March" through the madness.
6. The Impact So Far
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Numbers That Matter
500,000+ Impressions in 2025
100%+ Engagement Rate
Dozens of companies discovered, amplified, and supported
- Now adding real-world impact through March Madness 4 Goodness
7. Meet the Collaborators
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Powered by the Community - Konabos – Host and bracket master
- Boye & Co – Community insight and media
- CMS Critic – Scouting and storytelling
- YOU – The community that makes this sing
8. Nominate Now
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Add Your Favorite DXP, CMS, or Martech Player
Embed or link to the form:
https://forms.gle/upK3PVheffYz2qQa8
9. Follow Along
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Stay in the Madness - Follow the new [DXP/CMS March Madness Page on LinkedIn]
- Watch matchup announcements, seedings, and surprises
- Share, cheer, and react to help your favorite win!
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