Univision announces new appointments for Local Media Division

Univision Communications Inc. announced several promotions and appointments within its local media division, effective December 1st, as a direct result of Univision’s recent acquisition of affiliate stations in Orlando, Tampa and Washington D.C. from Entravision.

Entravision expands into Africa

Entravision announced that it has acquired 365 Digital, a digital advertising solutions company headquartered in South Africa. This investment provides Entravision with a geographic foothold in Africa, as the Company looks to expand its breadth of digital services to new emerging markets.

RANKED Music launches to help grow Artists

RANKED MUSIC, a Miami based digital music marketing consultancy whose mission is to help independent artists, record labels and artist managers move the needle to help build successful musical careers, officially launched.

Versailles’ 50th-Anniversary

As many of us in the US Hispanic advertising, marketing, media, public relations and research industries, Miami based Versailles Restaurant has been part of our industry lore when traveling to Miami for events, visiting clients and agencies.  Many conversations, memories and great food.  For many of us that has put Versailles Restaurant in the center of these occurrences.  Congratulations to Versailles in celebrating their 50th Anniversary.

Using Demographic Benchmarks to Help Evaluate 2020 Census Results

One of the primary methods of evaluating the quality of a census is comparing the results to other population benchmarks. The U.S. Census Bureau has used two key population benchmarks to assess the quality of the 2020 Census results prior to release: the 2020 Demographic Analysis (DA) and the Vintage 2020 Population and Housing Unit Estimates.

Effective Multicultural Businesses Should Start At The Board Level

One of the questions I often get about my experience as a multicultural marketing expert is what the most effective companies in this field have in common. When I answer that consistency is probably the main characteristic, some seem surprised because they think that the amount of investment is perhaps the defining factor for multicultural programs.  By Isaac Mizrahi – Co-President of ALMA

How can you influence consumer perceptions to build brand equity?

In our brand equity thought leadership series, we have looked at what brand equity is and how to measure it, before shifting attention to the distinctive brand assets that drive sales. Guided by two sizeable Kantar studies, we then laid down a solid case for the importance of monitoring touchpoint landscapes and uncovered the optimal channel spend allocation for media effectiveness. And we discussed the role of emotions and the hotly debated notion of building brand equity through meaningful difference and purpose.

4 tips for authentic branded content

Audiences are finely tuned to advertising. They can scroll, skip and block ads on their way to enjoying their favorite content. But what stops someone from scrolling—and starting to engage? Content that interests them and breaks through the noise. One increasingly popular method for brands to get their message across is the use of branded content. Rather than an obvious product placement, think of different types of content like sponsored blog posts, short form videos or influencer marketing. This kind of content has emerged as a way for brands to cultivate a more engaging experience.

Recruiting Marketing Talent for a Post-Digital Age [PODCAST]

In the latest edition of the Champions of Growth Podcast, we take a look at the various efforts by the ANA Educational Foundation to promote a career in marketing and advertising and what CMOs and brand managers can do to boost their recruiting and retention strategies.

Marissa Solis named SVP Global Brand and Consumer Marketing at NFL

Marissa Solis the veteran marketing expert that helped Pepsico market many of their products as Sr. Vice President – Core Brands, Partnerships, and Media at Frito Lay.  Previously Ms. Solis also was the Vice President/General Manager – Hispanic Business Unit, Pepsico North America Beverages.

Garcia named EVP of Sales & Revenue at Hemisphere Media Group

Hemisphere Media Group, Inc. (HMTV) announced that John A. Garcia will join the company as Executive Vice President of Sales & Revenue.  Mr. Garcia will be responsible for growing and overseeing sales across all production pipelines and will play a key role in the company’s expansion to new client segments.

Are You Sacrificing Long-Term Business Development Success for Short-Term Gains?

When it comes to business development, one of the most crippling obstacles to growth is a short-term mindset. Executives are constantly scrambling to win easy pursuits and manage crises, rather than devoting their energies to building a stable, cohesive business development model for achieving long-term, sustainable growth.

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