By Pierre Bouvard What is the latest on the state of media agency and marketer commuting patterns? What is the latest on the average American commute? Marketers and media agencies are increasing their commutes and spending more days at the office, according to a brand-new Advertiser Perceptions study of 305 media agencies and brands commissioned … Read more
By Gabrielle White In the current state of marketing production, marketers must consider ways to keep up with competition and produce high volumes of content while maintaining quality and effectiveness. APR sought to highlight such considerations and more in its annual report, “2025 Marketing Production Trends.” To read more, CLICK HERE. Courtesy of The Association … Read more
Latin music is no longer a niche. It’s a global phenomenon reshaping how brands navigate an increasingly digital and culturally diverse landscape. Streaming platforms are breaking down barriers to discovery, giving artists instant access to global audiences and perpetuating cultural diffusion across borders. But with that access comes disruption and a need to rethink how … Read more
The ANA and Evergreen Trading partnered on research to understand usage and attitudes on the media buying models of broker/agent versus principal. For decades advertising and media agencies have acted as brokers/agents for their clients. An agent is authorized to act on another’s behalf, with their best interests in mind and in a transparent manner. … Read more
By Rishad Tobaccowala 1. Be Distinctive Companies, brands, and individuals which succeed are ones that differentiate themselves. Stand for something . Have a distinct point of view. Provide a different perspective. Craft a culture and a way of working. Build a network and teams of diverse and the different and let them be them and … Read more
MAGNA, the media intelligence unit within IPG Mediabrands, and GSTV, a leading, national on-the-go video network, have released “The Power of Video Everywhere”—a new research study that highlights how reaching consumers off the couch and outside the home can significantly influence purchase behavior. By connecting with people at moments of active decision-making, advertisers can drive … Read more
TelevisaUnivision, the world’s leading Spanish-language media company, unveiled a bold, content-led vision for the future at its 2025 Upfront presentation – one grounded in the company’s cultural authority, creative scale, and deep-rooted connection to America’s most influential and fastest-growing consumer group: U.S. Hispanics. Taking the stage at Hall de Lumières in downtown Manhattan, Donna Speciale, President … Read more
A recent Gartner study of 25 CEOs and CFOs that found that only 22 percent of the respondents say their CMO has significantly clarified marketing accountabilities. Amidst other disturbing trends, CMOs now must do whatever they can to get back into the good graces of the C-suite. They can start with these three tips from … Read more
The Latin Recording Academy announced the debut of their new podcast, Grammofonías. The series debuted with six episodes featuring conversations between 12 renowned artists that explore themes from artistic creativity, friendship and gender to mentorship and musical inspiration, among others. The featured artists are part of a diverse group that is representative of The Latin … Read more
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises introduced its Upfronts programming slate for the 2025-26 season, showcasing its vision for shaping the future of Spanish-language media with multiplatform content created by Latinos, for Latinos. Telemundo is increasing its commitment to live content, with over 70 percent of its lineup airing live—nearly 5,000 hours in 2025-26—solidifying its position as the … Read more
Canela Media, a leading technology and innovation multicultural media company, today announced a bold slate of audience engagement and data innovation at its annual Upfront Lunch in New York City. With its ecosystem now reaching 60 million monthly active users, the company is solidifying its position as a premier partner for advertisers seeking scaled, authentic … Read more
By Andre Banks Advertising has a trust problem. Consumers are skeptical, and for good reasons. Misinformation floods their feeds; ad saturation makes them tune out and opaque algorithms dictate what they see. Brands aren’t just caught in the crossfire – they’re often funding the very problem they need to solve. To read more CLICK HERE. … Read more
By Gonzalo López Martí – Creative Director www.LopezMartiMiami.com/ My prophecy is that AI will not engage us with epic content and/or spectacular special effects. Bombastic CGI, car chases, explosions, death-defying acrobatics have become too easy. AI will make all this undistinguishable from live action. It will render super productions obsolete and, consequentially, boring, trite. Thing … Read more
Nueva Network, the leading independent Spanish-language audio network, proudly announces the launch of its premier sports radio show, “Jugada Maestra” (Master Move), hosted by the acclaimed sports journalist Heriberto Murrieta, alongside respected commentators Héctor Huerta and Paco Arredondo. The show debuts this month, promising deep analysis, vibrant debate, and the unique perspective of its expert hosts. … Read more
We all agree we are in the business of storytelling. Well, here’s a story that has a lot to do with our culture and that rich language many of our consumers speak —Spanish, the language of Cervantes, with all its many different accents. “Repertorio Español,” a cradle of great storytelling in Spanish, is celebrating two … Read more
By Margo Hock Demographic data has long been the cornerstone of audience targeting. Age, gender, income, education, marital status and so on — these familiar attributes have shaped everything from media buys to creative briefs. But in today’s marketing landscape, where personalization reigns and attention is scarce, knowing who your audience is simply isn’t enough. … Read more
By Dominick Fils-Aimé Marcelo Kertész, CMO at MANSCAPED, says SMB marketers need to create content for venues in which their customers want to engage, not just convert. “Diversify your acquisition mix [and] don’t rely solely on Meta and Google,” he says. “Test into partnerships, affiliates, influencers, and even retail or experiential pop-ups if it makes … Read more
By Anne Bahr Thompson In his recent article in The Guardian, Eugene Healey argued that purpose has too often been reduced to performance — values packaged into communications strategies, then abandoned when conditions shift; this has caused consumer skepticism. To read more, CLICK HERE. Courtesy of The Association of National Advertisers
Miami based ALMA has been awarded the role of Multicultural AOR for IKEA in the United States.
Coca-Cola is bringing back its beloved “For Everyone/Para Todos” campaign, a celebration of togetherness and the brand’s universality for a new generation. Originally launched over 20 years ago in Argentina, “Para Todos” became a cultural touchstone, emphasizing that Coca-Cola is a beverage for everyone. Now, with refreshed storytelling and production, the spot is making its … Read more
