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Canela Media names Eric Tourtel as President of Latin America
Canela Media announced the appointment of Eric Tourtel as its President of Latin America to usher in a new era of opportunity and growth in the region. Eric will oversee Advertising Sales Strategy, Commercial Operations and B2B Marketing for Canela Media in Latin America.
AIMM announces Inaugural Trailblazers Awards Winners to highlight Inclusion during a time where Exclusion is too often discussed
ANA’s Alliance for Inclusive and Multicultural Marketing (AIMM) announced the first-ever recipients of the AIMM Trailblazer Award, honoring exceptional individuals who have fearlessly pushed boundaries and revolutionized the world of marketing.
How to make a strong start as a CEO [PODCAST]
Seize the first year in the role as an opportunity for both personal and institutional renewal.
Can Mega TV Buyer Save Americano Media?
According to El Nuevo Herald, the McClatchy Co.-owned Spanish-language daily newspaper serving Miami, Americano Media has “run out of money” and has been unable to make payroll since May. By Adam Jacobson – Radio TV Business Report
2023 Global Chief Procurement Officer Survey [REPORT]
What capabilities and strategies are today’s most successful procurement organizations investing in? See observations and trends from our 2023 Global Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) Survey—based on the responses of almost 350 procurement leaders from more than 40 countries.
Growth in Consumer Spending is Slowing
U.S. consumers are still buying more than last year, but spending growth is slowing as the economy settles down amid higher interest rates intended to reduce inflation, National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said.
Hispanic Ad Agency Pioneer Norma Orci Passes.
Norma Orcí, the co-founder and chairwoman of longtime U.S. Hispanic market advertising agency Orci, has died. Along with her husband Hector Orci, the Orci agency rose in prominence to become a legacy shop.
What Type of Strategist are you?
Strategists come in different breeds. Some know it all or are full of ideas, while others prefer to involve their people or focus on maintaining the status quo. Which type are you? By
US Consumer Confidence
Confidence Stands at Highest Level since July 2021 after Second Straight Month of Gains
CEO Insights [REPORT]
Despite geopolitical disruption and looming economic concerns, CEOs remain focused on navigating through uncertainty. While the challenges are many, today’s CEOs demonstrate incredible resilience through their ability to navigate external factors and continue to explore and invest in emerging technologies. Below are highlights from the most recent Fortune/Deloitte CEO survey.
Global Entertainment & Media Outlook 2023–2027 [REPORT]
Five-year projections of consumer and advertiser spending data across 13 segments and 53 countries and territories
Which U.S. Workers Are More Exposed to AI on Their Jobs?
About a fifth of all workers have high-exposure jobs; women, Asian, college-educated and higher-paid workers are more exposed. But those in the most exposed industries are more likely to say AI will help more than hurt them personally
A bigger, bolder vision: How CROs are propelling growth from the C-suite
Scaling a company—large or small—is no easy feat. For start-ups, 80 percent never reach critical scale.1 At bigger companies, the challenge is even greater. Only 10 percent of S&P 500 companies have achieved growth surpassing the GDP for a continuous period of 30 years or more.2
The Collapse of the Purchase Funnel [REPORT]
In a volatile world rife with pressures on consumers, from health and the economy to challenges to rights and freedoms and an eroding sense of community, consumers are demanding more from brands.
Hispanic Consumer Confidence Rises as Inflation Eases
Hispanic consumers were more optimistic in the second quarter of 2023, exhibiting a more positive outlook toward the economy in the year ahead, according to a new poll from the Florida Atlantic University Business and Economic Polling Initiative (FAU BEPI).
Canela Media appoints Peter Gonzalez as Chief Technology Officer
Gonzalez will be responsible for leading Canela Media's technology initiatives, including the development and execution of the company's technical strategies. He will work closely with the executive team to enhance Canela Media's digital infrastructure, optimize operational efficiencies, and advance the company's position as a leader in digital media.
75% of U.S. Consumers Mistrust Companies’ DEI Commitments
NPower's Command Shift Coalition unveiled new data about consumer attitudes towards US companies and their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) efforts.
As Actors’ Strike Holds Up Hollywood, Adland Productions Go Ahead
In Hollywood, it seems that the old entertainers’ adage ‘the show must go on’ has fallen out of favor. According to advertising industry bodies the 4A’s and the Association of Independent Commercial Producers (AICP), commercial contracts will not be affected and brands can continue to work with SAG-AFTRA members.
Retail reset: A new playbook for retail leaders
It now sounds like a cliché, but that doesn’t make it any less true: the retail sector has experienced as much disruption in the past five years as it has in the previous 25. Consider this: perhaps never before in the history of the industry has every single one of retail’s primary stakeholder groups—customers, suppliers, employees, and investors—dramatically changed their behavior and expectations, all at the same time.
Conditions are ‘Still Moving in the Right Direction’ Even With Slower Growth Expected
Consumer spending – which makes up 70% of GDP – increased at an annual rate of 4.2% in the first quarter, which was four times the 1% growth in the fourth quarter of 2022 and the fastest growth since mid-2021 despite strong headwinds from interest rates and inflation.
