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Gen Z Latinas and Beauty: The Impact of Culture, Tradition, and Social Media
As the beauty and skincare industry evolves, it increasingly reflects the diverse cultural landscape among consumers. Latina skincare highlights the unique blend of tradition, culture, and modern influence that shapes beauty routines across generations. Latina beauty practices are deeply connected to cultural identity, family traditions, and a growing interest in natural, evidence-based skincare solutions. Social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok have brought a renewed focus on Latina skincare, influencing younger generations like Gen Z. This article explores how culture and social platforms influence consumer behavior and product preferences, offering insights for brands looking to engage with this dynamic and influential group.
Earning trust as gen AI takes hold: 2024 Connected Consumer
In this fifth edition of Deloitte’s Connected Consumer study,1 we continue to report on US consumers’ digital lives. The Deloitte Center for Technology, Media & Telecommunications surveyed nearly 4,000 US consumers in June 2024, asking them about their tech-device and -services spending, online activities, perspectives on digital life, digital boundaries, data privacy and security concerns, use of generative AI, and trust in tech companies.
Two out of three (65%) marketers expect business to improve next year while a third (34%) expect marketing budgets to increase
Optimism around business in 2025 appears to be higher, with two out of three (65%) of marketers expecting improved trading conditions, though marketing budget expectations aren’t quite as positive, according to The Voice of the Marketer 2025, a new report by WARC released today based on an in-depth survey of more than 1,000 marketers worldwide.
Empathy and AI Shape Today’s Leading Customer Experiences [REPORT]
Top performing US companies in customer experience leverage values-based empathy, personalization, AI, and other innovative technologies to gain a competitive edge, according to the new KPMG US Customer Experience Excellence (CEE) report.
MUJERES LATINAS EN ACCIÓN: A Story 50 Years in the making ……
After an exclusive premiere in Chicago, Illinois, Mujeres Latinas en Acción (Mujeres) is elated to announce the first official Puerto Rico screening of the documentary, Mujeres Latinas en Acción: A Story 50 Years in the Making by filmmaker, Glorimar Marrero-Sánchez at the Caribbean Cinemas Fine Arts Miramar on Wednesday, December 11, 2024.
How Music is Listened to in the U.S.
What do listeners in the U.S. spend 74% of their average daily audio time listening to? MUSIC! For as much attention as is given to podcasts and other spoken-word audio sources in the press, we want to remind you that three-quarters of daily audio time is spent listening to music.
WARC Teams With Audacy To Address ‘Audio Investment Gap’
Fresh research, released by WARC Advisory in partnership with audio content creation and distribution company Audacy, seeks to destroy “the barriers behind the audio investment gap” by tackling several “misperceptions” driving what the company that recently emerged from bankruptcy protections says are “driving the under-utilization of audio by marketers.” By Adam Jacobson
The future of media agencies: Is long-overdue innovation on its way?
Media agencies are under immense pressure. With new models emerging and more evidence of what advertisers want in the new world, change is afoot.
Latino Wealth Journey [REPORT]
The biggest opportunity within the wealth accumulation journey for Hispanics/Latinos lies with Emerging Affluents, according to a new report The Latino Wealth Journey: Understanding How to Expand Multigenerational Wealth Accumulation from Morgan Stanley’s Institute for Inclusion (NYSE: MS) and Hispanic Executive.
The Long Tail of the Advertising Business
To remain relevant — and profitable — agencies must regularly reevaluate their offerings to ensure they are optimizing the dynamics of the long tail of the advertising business.
2024 Hispanic Content Report – Available for download for FREE
HispanicAd offers its annual report on key Content, Data & Social usage strategies, along with the importance of using Data strategies to engage the US Hispanic Consumer.
25TH EDITION OF HMC HISPANIC MARKET GUIDE: A comprehensive Playbook to help Marketers STOP Latino Coating & Reach Hispanic Market with Authenticity [DOWNLOAD GUIDE For Free]
On the heels of launching its #STOPLATINOCOATING campaign, the Hispanic Marketing Council (HMC) has released its highly anticipated 2024 Hispanic Market Guide as a roadmap to help marketers effectively and authentically connect with U.S. Latinos, currently positioned as the fifth largest global economy. This year marks the 25th edition of the market guide, which has served as a valuable resource for the industry and a vehicle for helping brands tap into the Hispanic opportunity.
2024 Hispanic TV Programming Report – DOWNLOAD for FREE
HispanicAd in association with Adam R Jacobson are proud to announce the availability of the 2024 Hispanic TV Programming Report for our readers. Enjoy
2024 Hispanic Market Overview Report- DOWNLOAD for FREE
HispanicAd in association with Adam R Jacobson are proud to announce the availability of the 2024 Hispanic Market Overview – titled “Authentic - Keeping it Real” To download click on image or CLICK HERE
4 in 5 Gen Z Employees Say They’re Victims of Generational Stereotypes, Costing Them Jobs and Promotions
Generation Z (Gen Z) knows they’re considered hard to work with, and they’re frustrated about it.
Stopping Burnout
Exhausted teams risk losing talent and producing substandard work — to keep them fresh, marketing leaders must prioritize their teams' mental and physical well-being
Meet the New Tech Trailblazers: Hispanic Communities Redefining Innovation
Imagine a vibrant community that's not just keeping up with technology but actively shaping its future. Hispanic consumers in the U.S. are doing exactly that—emerging as influential leaders in the tech world, blending rich cultural heritage with cutting-edge innovation. By Sylvia Vidal - Senior VP of Insights | Expert in Multicultural, LGBTQIA+ and U.S. Hispanic Research | Advocate for Inclusive Insights |Specialist in Latin American & Caribbean Markets | Qualitative & Quantitative Specialist
Marketing is dead. Advertising is deader. Long live growth hacking? Part 2
By Gonzalo López Martí - Creative Director
- As we discussed last week, many growth hacking schemes are based on some sort of referral incentive: reward existing users for reeling in friends and family.
ANA unveils winner son 2024 Multicultural Excellence Awards
The Association of National Advertisers (ANA) announced the recipients of its esteemed ANA Multicultural Excellence Awards, which featured 17 award categories, including the Best in Show honor.
Overwhelming Consumer Support for Inclusive & Diversity Initiatives
More than 8 in 10 consumers are comfortable or neutral on inclusive marketing practices, according to a new study. In fact, more than half of consumers (56%) would support or strongly support a brand that creates ads representing all groups. In comparison, only 10% (all others were neutral) would not support a brand that creates inclusive advertising, according to a new report where more than 12,000 consumers were surveyed.