For many years, consumers have been into the fast-fashion trends of the clothing industry, in which apparel is cheap, trendy, and quickly replaceable. Fast-fashion companies that have thrived with this model, such as Zara, H&M, […]
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2016 Election Results: A Reality Check for Advertisers
Donald Trump’s win in the 2016 election has advertisers wondering if they are out of touch with consumers.
P&G Revamps Its Marketing Strategy Following Major Brand Divestitures
Having sold over 100 of its brands in just over two years, P&G works to improve its marketing strategy.
Fall Food Marketing Campaigns: From Pumpkin Spiced Lattes to Black Whoppers
For many marketers, the fall indicates the kick-off to seasonal food offerings and marketers see this as an opportunity to increase sales.
Consumers Need for Innovative Technology when Purchasing New Cars
Automakers are realizing the importance of technology when manufacturing and marketing new cars to consumers.
The Millennial Mindset: How Marketers Can Reach This Influential Generation
Millennials are currently the largest US population with an estimated purchasing power of $1.68 trillion. Members of this generation differ significantly from those who have come before them, and it is imperative that marketers understand how to effectively reach them.
Companies Found Creative Marketing Opportunities this April Fool’s Day
April Fool’s Day is a small holiday that presents a big opportunity for companies to promote themselves in creative ways. This April Fool’s Day, many corporations announced mock products and/or made fake commercials in order to gain brand recognition and publicity.
Heinz-Kraft Merger To Create Giant Company With Lean Marketing
The Heinz-Kraft merger announced Wednesday will form the fifth biggest food and beverage company worldwide. While the marketing budget will not take a big hit, the combined firm will implement a lean marketing strategy based on zero-based budgeting: spending money on advertising that is proven to work and generate a strong return on investment.
“Transformers: Age of Extinction” Receives 2015 Award for Most and Worst Product Placement, While “Lego Movie” Succeeds with Strongest Product Placement Impact
Featuring 55 brands, Transformers: Age of Extinction recently won both the 2014 Award for Achievement in Product Placement in a Single Film (that is, the most product placement) and Worst Product Placement by Brandcameo. It also tied for first in Unwanted Product Placement. The Lego Movie saw greater success, winning the 2014 Award for Product Placement Impact.
Bringing Old Products Back from the Dead
Nostalgia can be a very powerful force capable of driving different types of behavior. For marketers, being able to identify what products or elements consumers are nostalgic for (or in some cases consumers never really […]
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