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Más+ by Messi launches
New breakthrough beverage delivers balNo one understands the importance of proper hydration quite like the global soccer icon, Lionel Messi.
Jackie Bird, well-known industry leader, passes away in Miami.
Sofia Vergara launches ¡DÍOS MIO! Coffee
Sofía Vergara announced her foray into the coffee industry with the launch of ¡DÍOS MIO! COFFEE, available on Walmart.com now. Originating from the mountains of Colombia, where coffee is more than a drink, it is an expression of passion and authenticity, ¡DÍOS MIO! COFFEE evokes the traditions and flavors of the country while celebrating the female coffee growers behind the brand. The name, translating to "My God!", is a common expression used by Latinos when discovering the perfect taste and flavor.
Position Hispanics in the Creative Global Agenda
The Latino economy is thriving and deeply intertwined with our community's success. As the fastest-growing minority group in the US, Latinos are reshaping markets, politics, and culture. At this pivotal moment, investing in the Latino community is crucial to unlocking our potential and ensuring a prosperous future for all. Unity and decisive action today are essential. Increasing Latino representation in Cannes is critical, particularly amid rising AI bias and anti-DE&I narratives. This year, we emphasize embracing new technologies to elevate Latino potential and dismantle stereotypes. Media and all companies must invest in US Latinos, recognizing them as a growing, profitable market.
The State of the American Middle Class [REPORT]
The share of Americans who are in the middle class is smaller than it used to be. In 1971, 61% of Americans lived in middle-class households. By 2023, the share had fallen to 51%, according to a new Pew Research Center analysis of government data.
Amid Compound Volatility, Americans Optimistic About Their Own Personal Finances, But Less Optimistic About U.S. Economy’s Growth Prospects [REPORT]
Americans are more optimistic about their personal financial situations than the growth prospects of the U.S. economy over the next year, while exhibiting various degrees of enthusiasm, comfort and skepticism in the forces shaping the consumer experience, according to a new study released by KPMG LLP (KPMG), the U.S. audit, tax and advisory firm.
Understanding the Cost of Exclusion: Why Having Women in Creative Leadership at Agencies Matters
Women control the vast majority of purchasing decisions but feel misrepresented by the very advertising intended to sway their choices. Here’s how 3% launched a revolution for women in the advertising world.
Creating a Learning Environment within Your Team
It's important to build a team that's empowered to learn. Rather than focusing solely on what your team members bring to the table in terms of skills and experience, put emphasis on the entire team, building new skills on an ongoing basis. Not only does this empower people to master new skills, but it also creates a norm in which everyone is striving to learn at all times. After all, data isn't about just recording and measuring what's been achieved, it's about identifying new things to learn and understand.
So Many ‘Dicks’ So Few of Everyone Else: e.l.f. Beauty Encourages More Diversity Across U.S. Corporate Boards
e.l.f. Beauty is highlighting its ambition to see more diversity in U.S. corporate boardrooms with an eye-catching, disruptive media campaign on digital screens surrounding Wall Street called “So Many Dicks.” Revealed today at some of the busiest New York business hubs, this work is the next phase of the company’s “Change the Board Game” initiative.
Heightened Consumer Demand for Gender Equality in Advertising Resulting in Up to 10X Increase in Sales [REPORT]
Accurate gender representation in advertising is driving measurable business outcomes for brands—such as heightened consumer trust, loyalty and, most importantly, improved sales performance—according to SeeHer’s latest Gender Equality Measure (GEM) Lift research. SeeHer is a global movement, within the Association of National Advertisers (ANA), to accurately portray women and girls in marketing, advertising, media and entertainment. SeeHer spearheaded GEM, the global gold standard of measuring gender bias in advertising and content.
2023 State of Latino Entrepreneurship [REPORT]
This report sheds light on the intricacies of Latino/a-owned businesses by examining three prominent subgroups: women, immigrants and tech-centric firms. In doing so, our research acknowledges and addresses the multifaceted experiences of Latino/a entrepreneurs. This perspective helps unveil systemic challenges and provides a more accurate and comprehensive understanding of the Latino/a entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Carlos Pagoaga named President of The Coca-Cola Foundation
The Coca-Cola Company announced that Carlos Pagoaga, a 34-year veteran of the company, will be named Vice President of Global Community Affairs for The Coca-Cola Company and President of The Coca-Cola Foundation.
THE END OF AN ERA : Eduardo Caballero passes – se te extraña
Eduardo Caballero The Godfather of Hispanic Marketing & Radio in our Industry passed in 2023. For those that work with Eduardo Caballero and those that knew Eduardo will be eternally impacted by the man, the professional, the pioneer and the Industry Advocate.
8 in 10 Companies Plan to Layoff Recent College Graduates This Year Due To AI
Intelligent.com has published a recent survey report examining the impact of AI on young workers. The report also shares insight into the current availability of internship and entry-level job opportunities. In total, 804 hiring managers in the United States completed the survey.
30th Anniversary of Multicultural Marketing Resources
It was 30 years ago this month, a Friday, May 20, 1994, that Lisa Skriloff said goodbye to her colleagues at The New York Times, where she was a Director of Marketing, gathered her briefcase and shoes from under her desk, and walked out that door in Times Square with a bounce to her step to begin a new chapter – opening her own company named Multicultural Marketing Resources, Inc. (MMR). Lisa had a crystal-clear idea, mission and business plan that her natural optimism, dedication and focus would propel into a lifelong passion and success story.
PetMed Express, Inc. names Sandra Campos as new Chief Executive Officer and President
PetMed Express, Inc. announced that the Board of Directors has appointed veteran retail executive and current PetMeds board member Sandra Campos as President and CEO, effective immediately.
Year-End 2023 U.S. Latin Music Revenue [REPORT]
Latin music in the U.S. has increased in popularity and value over the last eight years, outpacing overall recorded music each year across this period of strong growth. In 2023, the genre hit its highest mark yet at $1.4 billion, representing 16% growth over 2022. Adjusted for inflation, Latin music market revenues in 2023 are now 14% above the previous peak in 2005.
Unveiling Insights: Marketing Industry Learnings from the Possible Miami Event
From April 15th to 17th during Miami Tech Week, the city transformed to an epicenter of innovation and collaboration at key events throughout and at the highly anticipated Possible Miami event. By: Cristy Clavijo-Kish, Founder, Talento Unlimited via invitation from HispanicAD.com
2024 Annual Marketing Report – Maximizing ROI in a fragmented world [REPORT]
Nielsen released its sixth global Annual Marketing Report, revealing marketers’ priorities and plans to improve ROI in 2024 and beyond.
