 | In 2004, Kelly's company was named a Purple Cow Innovator by NY Times best selling author and marketing pioneer, Seth Godin. The award recognizes UpLevel's sister company, Journey Avenue as one of America's Most Innovative Companies. |
 | Also in 2004, Kelly received an Addy Award from the American Association of Advertisers for its outstanding Brand Identity of UpLevel's sister company, Journey Avenue. |
 | In 2003, Kelly O'Neil was recognized by the Public Relations Society of America for outstanding achievement in public relations excellence with the coveted Compass Award. |