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CTV Takes the Lead: 78% of Hispanic Americans Prefer Streaming for Its Personalized and Diverse Content Options [REPORT]

LG Ad Solutions, a leader in CTV and cross-screen advertising, today released a report titled “The Inclusive Screen: Hispanic Americans,” which highlights CTV as a key environment for advertisers to connect with Hispanic Audiences while prioritizing user experience.
Media Reactions 2024 U.S. insights [REPORT]

Discover key U.S. insights on the top-ranking media brands and channels and learn how to navigate today’s complex media environment.
The Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility’s Annual Corporate Inclusion Index Report

The newly released 2024 HACR Corporate Inclusion Index™ (CII) Report reveals that American corporations still have significant strides to make in fully including Hispanics at all levels—from employment and corporate boards to supplier partnerships and philanthropic contributions. The report aggregated data from 84 participating corporations, mostly Fortune 500 companies.
Cientochentaº Agency makes its Mark in the U.S. Market with a Powerful Campaign That Saves Lives

Cientochentaº, a multicultural advertising agency based in Tampa and an affiliate of Oneighty/FCB in Puerto Rico, recently expanded into the U.S. market with a new office in Tampa. Cientochentaº launched an impactful campaign for LifeLink of Florida and LifeLink of Georgia across Florida and Georgia, respectively, to increase organ, eye, and tissue donor registrations.
The State of the Hispanic American Consumer 2024 [REPORT]

With Hispanic Americans making up nearly one-fifth of the US population, understanding the evolving behaviors, preferences, and economic impact of Hispanic-American consumers is crucial for marketers aiming to effectively engage this influential and growing demographic. The 2024 MRI-Simmons report provides essential insights to help businesses navigate and strategize based on these trends.
Cultura Decoded: Redefining Hispanic Heritage [REPORT]

Hispanic Heritage Month may have ended, but the power and influence of the Hispanic community continue to shape our culture. I'm excited to share with you our latest report, where we analyzed 400K digital conversations from the Hispanic community, to explore evolving perceptions of cultural heritage. The study reveals how heritage is deeply intertwined with identity, connection, and resilience, far beyond just food and music.
The Advertising Media Spend – H1 2024 [REPORT]

According to Nielsen’s 2024 Annual Marketing Report, 72% of global marketers expect their advertising budgets to increase in the year ahead. But more media spend means more competition in an already competitive media landscape where consumers are accessing more media, across more platforms than ever before.
Explorando la mentalidad puertorriqueña actual [REPORT]

Un estudio sindicalizado y herramienta, que permite a las marcas comprender las audiencias en términos de uso de medios, compra de productos, uso de servicios y variables actitudinales. Permitiendo crear perfiles de consumidores por variables psicográficas y estilo de vida.
Latino Independent Voters Lean Toward Trump While Overall Voter Preferences Hold Steady

Entravision, AltaMed, and BSP Research have unveiled the Week 5 results of the 2024 National Latino Voter Tracking Poll, offering valuable insights into the preferences of Latino voters. While Kamala Harris leads with 60% support, Independent voters are breaking for Donald Trump, and key differences emerge between Latino voters in California and Texas. The economy remains the top concern for voters across both states.
Hispanic/Latino Americans Turn to Nontraditional Health Information Sources, More Than Any Other Racial Group [REPORT]

Findings from a new national survey of 2,530 Americans conducted by M Booth Health reveals the outsize impact that nontraditional sources of health information have on the decisions of the largest racial/ethnic minority group in the United States. The data, available in a new report – Chosen Circles: How Hispanic/Latino Americans Navigate Health Decision-Making – show how, in the face of systemic barriers and a shortage of culturally relevant health information, Hispanic/Latino Americans are taking control of their health care decisions.
The Evolution Toward Permissioned Data

The advertising industry has been captivated by the notion of "signal deprecation" for a while now. This term, in my view, misses the point. We are not witnessing the death of signals or the loss of something valuable. Instead, we are seeing its evolution — specifically, the evolution toward permissioned data.
Must see TV

If you happen to be gainfully employed in a multiethnic workplace in the fields of entertainment, media, advertising, marketing, streaming and the like, trust me: you gotta see The Morning Show on Apple TV+. By Gonzalo López Martí- Creative Director
Embracing Heritage: What It Truly Means to Be Hispanic in America

As Hispanic representation in the United States grows, it becomes increasingly important to understand this community's diverse experiences and values. According to Pew Research, 45% of Hispanics living in the U.S. are third-generation, making it crucial for brands and organizations to recognize the evolving identity of this vibrant audience. But what does being Hispanic mean to those who live it daily? By Maria Lucia Parra - I am a Bicultural Hispanic marketing/UX researcher with extensive experience in identifying the right approaches to meet clients’ objectives as “one size does not fit all”.
Entravision Names Juan Navarro Chief Revenue Officer

Juan Navarro has been named Chief Revenue Officer of Entravision Communications, stepping up from his previous role as Executive Vice President of Local Sales.
New (and Old) Tips on Pitching

It’s an odd marketplace for agency services right now. The marketing services industry that was hit so very hard by the pandemic came roaring back to life with record hiring and wild staffing shortages. Clients are still often working remotely and disruptions to routines (children and teachers getting COVID, work from home, etc.) continue. And now the economy is in a truly odd place with fears of a recession and inflation and yet full employment. Businesses need to move forward, and agencies can’t afford to shelve new business efforts. Business development is every bit as important as it ever was.
Circulo Creativo: Join us in celebrating 25 years of creative excellence in the Hispanic market by submitting iconic ads that made a lasting impact.

Circulo Creativo: Join us in celebrating 25 years of creative excellence in the Hispanic market by submitting iconic ads that made a lasting impact.
2024 Deloitte Holiday Retail [REPORT]

There’s a notable shift toward experiences this season. Our ConsumerSignals data has shown over the last year and a half that consumers surveyed are favoring experiences over goods. The trend is coming through with holiday shoppers as well, as spending on experiences is expected to increase 16% this year.
Steady Sales Growth Expected for 2024 Holiday Season

The National Retail Federation forecast that winter holiday spending is expected to grow between 2.5% and 3.5% over 2023. That equates to between $979.5 billion and $989 billion in total holiday spending in November and December, compared with $955.6 billion during the same timeframe last year.
Global Experiential Marketing to Finally Outpace Pre-Pandemic Spending in 2024, Rising 10.5% to Reach $128.35 Billion, Compared with $121.87 Billion in 2019

Global experiential marketing, including both the consumer (B2C) and business-to-business (B2B) sectors, grew 9.7% in 2023 to $116.14 billion, and while this performance left the industry below the pre-pandemic spending level of $121.87 billion in 2019, experiential marketing will surpass pre-COVID spending this year. Global experiential marketing spending is expected to grow 10.5% in 2024 to $128.35 billion, according to new research from PQ Media.
Humberto Maldonado and Matias Candia Calienta Bancas “Mysterious Apple Watch Time Traveler”

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