THE PREMIER INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR COLOR DESIGN PROFESSIONALS®
DISCOVER
the Future of Color
Harnessing The Power Of Collective Knowledge
Let’s collaborate in color.
Color Marketing Group® (CMG) is the Premier International Association for Color Design Professionals®.
We offer accurate and relevant color trend forecasts by connecting a global network of color experts. Our mission is to harness collective knowledge to drive innovation and creativity in the world of color.
Unleash the power of color
by leveraging our collective experience and knowledge.
We are a community of like-minded individuals committed to discovering, collaborating, and forecasting color, material and finish with color trends for the world in which we work and live in.
Partners and creative experts worldwide have trusted us.
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“There simply isn't another organization that equips a color professional with a wealth of color-related insights like CMG' does. From research to forecasting, from theory to future thinking, from connecting to building a network, from a solo perspective to accessing a global color community, all under one umbrella: Color Marketing Group."
Montaha Hidefi | Color Archeologist
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"Color Marketing Group connects me to a community of color design professionals who provide resources, inspiration, and insight into all aspects of COLOR through unique networking, collaboration and educational opportunities. Through CMG I have developed lifelong professional partnerships and deep friendships."
Susan Hayes Hoover | Creative Project Manager | Neon Lizard Creative Marketing & Design
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"CMG, our trusted partner in color forecasting. Their tools provide invaluable insights, guiding us through the intricate process of color selection. Months of research culminate in meticulously crafted coloration plans. When the time comes to finalize our color offerings, CMG Forecasts serve as our compass, ensuring we provide the perfect palette."
Noémie Gauthier | CYCLES DEVINCI
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" CMG has proven to be a valuable and accurate resource for color and trend forecast. It is great to have people from many different industries come together and validate what we are seeing in our own trade research. This is a close-knit community with passion for color and a mission for educating its members."
LeeAnn Harmening | Design Manager, Global Textile Alliance
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As a volunteer group, you get out of CMG what you put in. CMG has a wonderful array of talented members who share their time and love of color with those who want to know where color is going. Join us and see for yourself!"
John West | Past President | Color Marketing Group
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"As a designer responsible for product development, CMG is my "go to" for reliable color direction."
Lora DiFabio | Design & Development Manager, Flooring | American Biltrite
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"CMG is my one-stop shop where I recharge my energy: meet with my color tribe: get my color inspiration and future thinking ideas: and learn the latest in the field of color."
Judith van Vliet | Founder, The Color Authority
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"CMG is a very important pillar in our strategy to secure our trendsetting position in our markets. The network of trend experts around the globe inspires us and offers the opportunity to discuss trend drivers and colours for the future."
Monika Haag | General Manager Corporate Design Management, Renolit SE
Struggling to stay ahead in a competitive market?
Without reliable trend insights, feeling overwhelmed is easy.
Our Focus
How CMG Transforms Your Color Strategy.
Forecasting
Our evolving forecasting process thrives on the contributions of our members and global network. Visit our forecasting focus page to see how you can help shape the future.
Application
Explore our Application Focus page to discover insights on Color Alerts®, dive into Color Context™ Workshops, and learn about Color Marketing strategies.
Knowledge
Visit our Knowledge Focus page to boost your skills with ColorSpeak™ webinars, connect on Glueup, learn through courses, join ColorChat™ discussions, and grow with the ColorBridge™ Mentorship program.
Collaborate in Color.
Unleash Your Creative Potential with CMG.
Collaborative. Imaginative. Informative.
Transform your world with color.
Unlock Exclusive Insights & Resources
Stay ahead with expert insights on CMG’s unique Monthly Color Alert® highlights.
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