PHILADELPHIA, PA–The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) Mid-Atlantic chapter has awarded Forge Apollo with a 2026 Regional Emmy® award in the Branded Content Category for its standout “Be More Connected” campaign video with Secrets Resorts.
The production agency designed the #BeMoreConnected campaign with Secrets Resorts to showcase moments of connection. It brought couples together for an experiential activation in the heart of Philadelphia’s iconic LOVE Park. The project invited couples to step away from daily distractions, slow down, and share moments of genuine connection. The primary campaign video and social media cutdowns captured authentic emotion on camera, reflecting the immersive guest experience at Secrets Resorts properties.
Winning in the Branded Content category highlights Forge Apollo’s ability to turn brand values into cinematic storytelling that resonates with modern luxury and lifestyle travelers.
“Winning a Regional Emmy for this piece is incredibly meaningful because the project itself was about creating a genuine moment of connection,” Forge Apollo’s Director of Video Production, Evan McIntyre, said. “The honesty and emotion the couples shared made the final film what it is. I’m incredibly proud of our entire team for bringing this idea to life and grateful to Hyatt for trusting us to create something so meaningful.”
Forge Apollo would like to thank its crew and client partners for their incredible work bringing this vision to reality, as well as the Secrets Resorts and Hyatt teams for trusting them with such a powerful story. Special thanks to the team at Alliance Connection, Inc. for managing the influencers and PR to share this campaign far and wide.
For hospitality brands seeking to elevate their visual identity and deepen guest engagement, Forge Apollo delivers a hands-on, end-to-end creative and video production partnership. To view the agency’s hospitality work and explore solutions, visit https://forgeapollo.com/.
About Forge Apollo
Forge Apollo is a dynamic team of innovators, storytellers, and problem solvers serving the hospitality industry. They merge award-winning video production with strategic digital marketing expertise across website design, SEO, AEO, branding, email marketing, social media, and more. Their unique combination of content and strategy helps premium hospitality brands captivate audiences and build long-term brand equity, driving revenue. Learn more about Forge Apollo’s digital and video services at https://forgeapollo.com/.
