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Loeb Partner Scott Zolke to Receive "ACM Service Award" at 2026 Academy of Country Music Honors

Loeb & Loeb is pleased to share that Entertainment partner Scott Zolke has been named the winner of the “ACM Service Award” at the 2026 Academy of Country Music (ACM) Honors. This year's honors ceremony will be held on August 19, 2026, in Nashville, with tickets going on sale to the general public on June 26. 

Now in its 19th year, the ACM Honors celebrates excellence across the country music industry, recognizing artists and industry leaders whose longstanding commitment and contributions have helped shape both the organization and the broader community. 

Scott received the “ACM Service Award,” an honor inspired by country music legend Mae Boren Axton that spotlights individuals whose sustained commitment has played a meaningful role in advancing the organization. In ACM’s press release, the organization, which is a client of Scott, noted his reputation as a trusted advisor in the entertainment industry, informed by his deep experience representing a diverse range of media and music clients. ACM also lauded Scott for negotiating a multi‑year media partnership in 2025 that positioned Amazon Prime Video as the exclusive global streaming platform for the ACM Honors, further amplifying its international reach. 

Recipients of the ACM Honors are determined through a review and voting process led by the ACM board of directors.

To learn more about the ACM Honors and this year’s winners, please click here.