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Nurturing trust: Engaging with Hispanic audiences in a diverse media landscape

With an ever-expanding media landscape, audience preferences are pivotal. Creators and distributors want to engage audiences, and brands seek relevant content opportunities where their messages can truly resonate. Any meaningful engagement with audiences requires a deep understanding of people, but building meaningful relationships with Hispanic audiences can be more complex. That complexity stems from the … Read more

For US consumers, it’s a matter of ‘and’—not ‘or’

They don’t want one thing or another—they want both, but in different ways. Today’s consumers don’t fit into neat segments. They’re living in a world of “ands,” to cite a phrase that we’ve been using to describe the seemingly contradictory shopping behaviors of people across the globe. The phrase very much applies in the United … Read more

R.I.P. GENERAL MARKET: THE MAINSTREAM LEADS WITH CULTURE

In the latter half of the 20th century, a theory emerged—and is still promoted today—that the cultural orientations of Hispanic and Asian immigrants and their descendants would diminish as they “became more acculturated.” A new study by the Hispanic Marketing Council (HMC) shows the opposite is true: non-Hispanic white (NHW) 13-to-49-year-olds have been more influenced … Read more

The Significance of Cultural Relevance: The Spark That Ignites Brand Loyalty

By Daniel Sokol – EVP, Digital Solutions / eContent Digital In an age where each customer is evolving into a ‘Segment of One,’ brands must pivot from simplistic translations and stereotypical portrayals. The Hispanic culture, with its rich tapestry, should be seen as an asset from which to draw from, not a challenge to avoid. … Read more

Despite ‘One Thing’ or ‘Another’ – U.S. Economy Still Shows Resilience

The U.S. economy is continuing to grow even as labor disputes across the country and uncertainty created by Congress add to the ongoing challenges of inflation and high interest rates, NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz. ”As Gilda Radner used to say on Saturday Night Live, ‘If it’s not one thing, it’s another,’ ” Kleinhenz said. “This … Read more

An Appeal to Tear the Paper Ceiling

For more than 70 million workers in the U.S. without a bachelor’s degree, the opportunity for upward economic mobility is often a monumental challenge. And at a time when many businesses are clamoring to acquire top talent, workers who are skilled through alternative routes, or STARS, are being outright ignored for higher-wage jobs. This so-called … Read more

Outside-In or Inside-Out Strategy?

Do you develop your strategy outside-in or inside-out? Learn the difference between strategy-as-fit and strategy-as-stretch and why the best starting point may be different than you think. One of the fundamental questions in strategy is that of where to start: inside, or outside your organization. It matters because the answer implies different philosophies about the … Read more

Kristie Gonzales named President and GM at WXIA/WATL in Atlanta

TEGNA Inc. announced that Kristie Gonzales has been named president and general manager at WXIA, TEGNA’s NBC affiliate in Atlanta, and WATL, effective October 23. She will continue as vice president, media operations for TEGNA. At WXIA/WATL, Gonzales will be responsible for overseeing the stations’ operations across all platforms, as well as community outreach efforts … Read more

Carmen M. Hernández joins HITN’s Board of Directors

The Hispanic Information Telecommunications Network (HITN) is proud to announce the election of Carmen M. Hernández, an accomplished leader with a distinguished career at Clayco, as the latest addition to its esteemed Board of Directors. Carmen Hernández brings a wealth of experience and a track record of excellence in the construction and real estate industry … Read more

Eduardo Caballero inducted into Radio Hall of Fame for 2023

The Museum of Broadcast Communications announced the selection of 12 new Legends inductees into the Radio Hall of Fame for 2023, recognizing the talents and efforts of on-air personalities, programmers and operators who contributed with greatness to the radio industry and have since passed away.       The following 12 radio legends take their … Read more

Advertising Industry Launches New Initiative To Expand & Standardize Privacy Protections Through Responsible Online Advertising Practices And Enhanced Advocacy

Leaders of the U.S. advertising industry launched a new initiative to boost privacy protections and choices for consumers through evolved and enhanced industry data privacy principles for responsible online advertising practices and to renew their commitment to enacting preemptive, federal privacy legislation. The Association of National Advertisers (ANA) and 4A’s are creating the Responsible Privacy … Read more

GenAI figures in most brands’ marketing plans

A new survey conducted by WFA finds that three in four companies already use GenAI or plan to use it soon. Optimism about its potential is matched by concern about the risks to brand reputation. Eight in ten have developed or are developing internal policies on use of GenAI. The immediate internal gains from using … Read more

Mercedes Delgado promoted to CRO of Univision Miami

Univision Miami announces the appointment of Mercedes Delgado to Regional Chief Revenue Officer for the Miami Region. Under this capacity, Mercy will lead all facets of the region’s sales operations, inclusive of its multimarket unit and local sales teams for both TV and Digital, in addition to radio for the Miami market. Delgado will be … Read more

Horacio Gavilan named “ICON” by AD Club of New York for Hispanic Heritage Month

“Well done is better than well said.” -Benjamin Franklin Horacio Gavilan is a non-profit strategist and executive with more than 30 years of experience in association management. He is currently the Executive Director of the Hispanic Marketing Council (formerly Association of Hispanic Advertising Agencies), the only national trade association representing the U.S. Hispanic market ecosystem. … Read more

Spanish-Language TV Ad Impressions Up 27% YoY in 1H 2023 [REPORT] UPDATED

As brands put a greater emphasis on Hispanic consumers, Spanish-language TV ad impressions are climbing as well. iSpot’s new report around Spanish-language TV advertising shows which brands are increasing Spanish-language ad focus YoY, key industries, daypart adjustments, top programs and more. Here are some of the highlights: Spanish-Language Ad Surge: In the first half of … Read more

Can Ad Buyers Trust the Numbers They’re Given?

By Robert Gibbs Ad buyers — large or small — rarely have the time to do in-depth audits on the numbers they’re given. Whether you’re spending $50,000 per year on advertising or $5 million — how many resources can you spare to ensure that your ads are running in the best places — let alone … Read more

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