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Cultural Issues and the 2024 Election [REPORT]
The 2024 presidential campaign is taking place amid intense debates over such topics as immigration, growing racial and ethnic diversity in the United States, the changing American family, crime and reproductive issues.
Most Black Americans Believe Racial Conspiracy Theories About U.S. Institutions [REPORT]
While many Black Americans view themselves as at least somewhat successful and are optimistic about their financial future, they are also critical of U.S. institutions. Most say several systems in the United States need significant changes to ensure Black people are treated fairly.
Fostering Digital Communities: The Role of Community Management in Modern Marketing
With the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing, one thing remains constant – the power of community. As a Social Media Community Manager, you hold the key to unlocking this potential, bridging the gap between brands and their audiences with every post, comment and interaction. Join us as we explore the art and science of community management and discover how agencies like ours, CCOM, harness its power to drive meaningful engagement and foster brand loyalty. By Stephanie Zambrana
Fixing the Ad Agency Model
Rachel Barek, CEO and co-founder of creative agency Said Differently, says advertising agencies have failed to evolve. "Companies have innovated in terms of the types of work that they do," she says. "But no agency was purpose-built from the ground up for all the needs of a modern CMO."
Cut Through The Fragmented TV Streaming Landscape [REPORT]
MAGNA Media Trials and Roku released new research that explored how brands and viewers can find their way in the increasingly fragmented TV viewing landscape. The report called “From ‘Power On’ to ‘Power Off’ Understanding the Streaming TV Experience” shed light on viewers’ mood, motivations, pain points, and journey to content, as well as what this new landscape means for advertisers.
FREEDOM by: Jackie Bird
Editor’s Note: The passing of Jackie Bird last week had an enormous impact in our industry. As a tribute to the well-known advertising personality, HispanicAd.com invites you to read a piece she wrote in April 11, 2019. I found among her posts from RedBean Society at the time. It captures and conveys Jackie’s spirit, her ability to create, to re-invent herself, her love for advertising and marketing, and her contagious zest for life. In no small part, it also shows her daringness to take risks. I don’t think there is a better way to remember our dear Jackie Bird! —Gene Bryan, Publisher
Resource List of Certified Diverse Suppliers for Marketing/Advertising
Curated Certified Diverse Suppliers list, initially published in July 2020, is being updated regularly. The June 2024 edition has 9 additional suppliers for a total of 525 companies. The list is also available in a spreadsheet which allows users to sort as needed.
The Upfront Is Dead, Long Live the Upfront
In an era where television was not merely entertainment but a cultural event, the inception of the TV upfronts marked a strategic revolution in advertising. In the 1960s, amid a backdrop in which today's digital sprawl was mere science fiction, upfront negotiations set the stage for an annual symbiotic dance between networks and advertisers. With only three major broadcasters holding the reins to America's visual diet, the competition for ad slots (particularly those in prime time) was fierce. Highly coveted inventory was scarce; securing it early was not just advantageous but imperative.
La Tortilla Factory Unveils Tradición – A New Line of Corn and Flour Tortillas
Insignia International, the parent company of 505 Southwestern, La Tortilla Factory, and Yucatan Guacamole, has launched Tradición - a brand new line of corn and flour tortillas under the La Tortilla Factory brand.
Ana Crandell named VP Media Services at Lopez Negrete
Lopez Negrete Communications announced that industry veteran Ana Crandell has joined its leadership team as its first vice president, media services.
PACO Collective Shines: Celebrating 10 Telly Awards!
PACO Collective was honored with 10 Telly Awards, including 1 Gold, 4 Silver, and 5 Bronze.
21st LATINAS & POWER SYMPOSIUM empowers Latinas
The 21st Latinas & Power Symposium, held on May 30, 2024, in Hartford, Connecticut, convened over 600 Latinas for a record-breaking event. This prominent New England conference featured inspiring speakers, panels, and breakout sessions, fostering an empowering atmosphere of shared experience and professional development. The symposium served as a platform for Latinas to connect while celebrating their culture, heritage, and achievements.
Consumers Remain ‘Willing to Spend’ Even as Growth Slows
Shoppers are still willing to buy even as smaller job and wage gains and high interest rates are slowing the growth of consumer spending.
BeautifulBeast wins Best of Show at AAF American Advertising Awards
"Cancel the World Cup," a technology-driven effort designed to raise awareness of the importance of visiting a cardiologist to help prevent heart disease, was named Best of Show at this year's American Advertising Awards sponsored by the American Advertising Federation (AAF). The campaign was created by Texas-based agency BeautifulBeast on behalf of Fundación Cardiológica Argentina (Argentinian Heart Foundation).
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.
CMO, the impossible job?
Responding to the suggestion that the CMO had become an impossible job, all the CMOs we asked at WFA Global Marketer Week in Toronto last month disagreed. They all agreed though that the role has evolved and become more complex. However, many pointed out that it is precisely this level of complexity and the multi-faceted nature of the role that made it such a special job. PepsiCo’s Jane Wakely reckoned the role is perhaps the most challenging but most rewarding career in the C-suite. Watch their reactions below:
4 Campaigns That Leverage Experiential Marketing
In today's world, endless scrolling not only saps attention, but also clutters the marketplace with information and products. For a brand, this situation can be a challenge when trying to differentiate in a crowded forum. Crafting experiences that bring people together and inspire fun, however, can be a game-changer. What better way for a brand to build community and create fond memories?
A Call: Principal Media Case Studies
The Association of National Advertisers (ANA) recently released a study ("The Acceleration of Principal Media") revealing that when it comes to buying media, ad agencies are increasingly acting as principals rather than agents. That means they actually acquire the media — therefore becoming the owner, or "principal," of that media — and resell the media to their clients.
Goya Foods sponsor of National Puerto Rican Day Parade
Goya Foods announced its sponsorship of the iconic National Puerto Rican Day Parade, one of the largest and most popular cultural events in New York City, attracting hundreds of thousands of spectators each year that will take place on Sunday, June 9, 2024, in Manhattan.
