By Lori Chenoweth
For Agency LMC
Elkins — Agency LMC (LMC) was recently recognized with three 2026 Telly Awards, earning one Gold and two Silver honors for client video productions that demonstrate the agency’s commitment to strategy-driven storytelling and meaningful creative work.
The Telly Awards celebrate excellence in video and television across all screens and remain one of the industry’s most respected benchmarks for creative achievement. This year’s awards received over 13,000 entries globally and from all 50 states. The Awards Judging Council is composed of over 250 executives from television networks, production companies, global agencies, immersive content studios, and streaming platforms around the world.
This year’s winners highlight LMC’s partnerships with Davis & Elkins College and The Grant County Bank (soon to be Highlands Bank). Each winning project was developed to meet a specific client goal, connect with a defined audience, and move people to action through authentic, intentional storytelling.
The Award-Winning Projects:
GOLD — Davis & Elkins College: Nursing Campaign
Category: General- Educational Institution
Official Listing: D&E Nursing Campaign
The Davis & Elkins College Nursing Campaign was developed to support enrollment growth for one of the college’s most in-demand programs. Designed to reach prospective students and families, the video centered on the real experiences of D&E nursing students and the program’s reputation for hands-on, high-impact learning.
The campaign helped strengthen awareness of the program’s outcomes and reinforced the college’s position as a regional leader in nursing education.
SILVER — The Grant County Bank: Mineral Fabrication Spotlight
Category: General- B2B: Business-to-Business
Official Listing: Mineral Fabrication Spotlight
Created as part of The Grant County Bank’s ongoing effort to highlight local businesses, this spotlight video told the story of Mineral Fabrication, a company rooted in craftsmanship, innovation, and community impact.
The piece was designed to elevate the visibility of local industry while reinforcing the bank’s commitment to supporting regional economic growth.
SILVER — The Grant County Bank: Stumptown Ales Spotlight
Category: General- Banking & Financial Services
Official Listing: Stumptown Ales Spotlight
This video profiled Stumptown Ales, a beloved West Virginia craft brewery known for quality, creativity, and local pride. The story focused on the people behind the brand along with their passion, their process, and their connection to the community.
The spotlight served as a key asset in The Grant County Bank’s broader initiative to champion small businesses and celebrate the entrepreneurs who shape the region.
“We’re grateful to our clients for trusting us with their stories and proud of the team for bringing them to life with intention and excellence,” said Lori Chenoweth, LMC’s Founder and Strategy Director. “Story is instrumental in communications and each of these video assets told a particular story that we hoped moved audiences to action. Pair that strategy with quality production and great creative and you can create magic.”
Across industries, audiences, and objectives, the award-winning projects share a common foundation: strategy-driven storytelling that reflects the power of strong client partnerships. LMC is committed to helping organizations tell authentic stories that resonate, inspire, and create measurable impact.
Agency LMC is a boutique full-service advertising, marketing, and public relations agency in Elkins, West Virginia. Offering expert services in strategic planning, print design, web design, social media management, copywriting, outreach strategy, photography, and videography, among other capabilities, LMC strives to create and enhance brand position and awareness through strategic marketing and implementation.
For more information about LMC and how we can help your brand shine, visit our website at agencylmc.com.
