By Hector Rodriguez & Sean Happel Hispanics make up roughly one in every five Americans, and roughly one in every four American youths. With a fast growing population, Hispanic Americans have become quite diverse, and this includes language usage. Some Hispanics typically communicate in Spanish, such as foreign-born, older residents, or those who identify as … Read more
By Madison Pellicer Language is a fundamental element in developing thought, identity, and behavior. Among U.S. Hispanic populations, language serves as a communication tool and a conduit of culture, memory, and emotional resonance. In this essay, I explore two language-related topics that are crucial to understanding Hispanic consumer behavior and marketing communication: (1) whether language … Read more
By Meghan Bannister & Samantha Humphrys The origin of the Spanish language in media dates back to 1598. The definition of “media” at the time was much narrower and included newspapers, manuscripts, and performing arts. It was at this time that conquistador Juan de Oñate’s men improvised a performance based on their adventures in New … Read more
By Samantha Humphrys Over time, the U.S. workforce has experienced a demographic evolution. The workforce has become a melting pot of people, just like the country itself. The workforce of the U.S. is comprised of more and more minorities, such as Hispanics. Furthermore, there is a positive association between the rise in Hispanic workers … Read more
By Sofia Martinez Are Hispanic Brands Taking Over the Grocery Store Shelves? For this paper, I’ve chosen to focus my research on food brand marketing and the influence that the Hispanic population has had on this industry. When it comes to Hispanics, this market has been categorized as one of the fastest growing workforce groups … Read more
By Piper G. Hadsell Many of us have been exposed to code-switching in the media from a very young age without realizing it. From cartoons teaching us basic survival Spanish on Nickelodeon to Netflix shows based on actual events, centering on a Colombian drug lord. There is an increasing number of cases in mainstream media … Read more
By Cameron Coats Otto Padrón, who led Los Angeles-based Meruelo Media for nearly a decade before stepping down earlier this year, has named his next move – Co-President, Co-Owner, and Chief Operating Officer of a national broadcast group operating five television networks. In his new role, Padrón will oversee day-to-day operations across Get After It Media’s … Read more
By Lili Gil Valletta I am an immigrant. I came to this country with a suitcase full of dreams, not speaking English fluently, and a relentless drive to contribute. I believed—like millions do—that America was a place where anyone willing to work hard and show up with integrity could build something meaningful. And I did. … Read more
By Jacquelynn Carrera – Director Brand Marketing – Network Audio & Live Entertainment What Bad Bunny’s Puerto Rico residency and World Tour teaches us about brand leadership and cultural relevance In a marketplace where brand loyalty is earned, not assumed, few cultural moments demonstrate the power of authenticity and local investment like Bad Bunny’s latest … Read more
In a digital environment where attention spans are measured in seconds, traditional metrics like clicks and views offer an incomplete picture. They tell us what users did but not what they saw, felt, or understood. Which parts of the creative actually registered with them? Did the ad spark interest, confusion, or indifference? That’s where online … Read more
By Avi Chai Outmezguine Albert Einstein is famously alleged to have said, “We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.” For decades, the digital advertising industry has thrived on a promise: precision targeting through advanced analytics. The right person, at the right time, with the right message. That … Read more
Almost without announcement, except for some exciting chatting on this morning’s Despierta America, Televisa/Univision is bringing back the iconic television personality, Cristina Saralegui. The event happens tonight at 7 pm (6pm Central) when she will interview Karol G. What the network is planning with this soft launch is unknown to the industry. The news of … Read more
It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of USIM Founder and Chairman Dennis Holt. Dennis was more than a pioneering force in the media industry, he was a kind, generous, and deeply respected person who made everyone around him feel seen, heard, and supported. Mr Holt created one of … Read more
Hispanic or Latino workers are projected to become a larger portion of the civilian labor force in the coming decade and new American Community Survey (ACS) tables on characteristics of workers show how they differ from workers in other groups. For example, according to the ACS, a significantly bigger share of Hispanic or Latino workers … Read more
By Gabrielle White A growing concern for employees and employers is burnout. Talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half found with its new research that 36 percent of professionals feel burned out at work, and 33 percent report they are more burned out now than the previous year. Among those who reported feeling burnt … Read more
Inclusive marketing isn’t just about doing the right thing—it’s about doing what works. When companies fail to speak the cultural language of their audiences, they risk more than lost market share. Brands lose trust, relevance, and relationships. But when inclusion is rooted in strategy rather than performative gestures, it becomes a powerful business driver for … Read more
Bad Bunny’s “Tracking Bad Bunny” campaign, created by DDB Latina Puerto Rico, won the Entertainment Lion for Music Grand Prix at Cannes. This campaign, promoting his album “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS”, involved a unique scavenger hunt across Puerto Rico using Google Maps and Spotify, linking song titles to specific locations. The campaign was praised for … Read more
The largest sporting event in history, the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup, kicks off across North America. For brands, it’s a once-in-a-generation chance to build campaigns that authentically tap into the unique appeal of World Cup soccer and break into mainstream culture during a tournament projected to generate up to $40.9 billion in GDP. But … Read more
By Brian Quinn The challenges facing today’s digital advertising ecosystem — signal loss, privacy constraints, platform consolidation — first emerged in mobile. As the earliest mainstream digital-first channel, mobile has operated under constraints that only recently reached marketers in display, programmatic, retail media, and streaming. It adapted to the deprecation of device identifiers, restrictive SDK … Read more
Joining in Pride celebrations each June is one opportunity for marketers to build their connections with LGBTQ+ communities. But building brand trust and loyalty with LGBTQ+ consumers requires support beyond Pride Month. There’s a notable desire among LGBTQ+ communities for accurate and authentic representation in the media content and advertising they engage with. Nielsen data … Read more
