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HITN Partners with Curiosity to Bring Premium Documentary Series and Specials to Spanish-Speaking Audiences in the US
HITN Acquires Diverse Curiosity DocumentariesNew York, December 17, 2024–HITN,the leading Spanish-language public media network in the United States,and Curiosity (Nasdaq: CURI),the global media company known for its award-winning documentary features and factual entertainment,today announced a strategic alliance that will bring a diverse range of captivating content to HITN’s viewers.
1 in 4 Remote Workers Report Declining Social Skills, Struggling With Eye Contact and Conversing
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work has remained a popular option, though some believe it has drawbacks, including interpersonal and mental health challenges.
Who Was the Best Latino Marketer in 2024? The Republican Party
On my podcast, The New Mainstream, I’m often asked who I believe is the best marketer when it comes to engaging Latino audiences. My answer has long been Target. For years, Target has invested in Latino and multicultural consumers with consistent intent and authenticity. They do their homework, they partner with leaders and organizations within the communities they aim to serve, and they craft campaigns that resonate deeply with their target audience. This year, however, I’m giving the title of “Best Latino Marketer” to an unlikely candidate: the Republican Party. By Mario Carrasco - Co-Founder & Principal / ThinkNow
Engage to Earn Is Everything in Marketing
The contemporary expression of the "Marketing is everything. And everything is marketing" mantra can be found in a high-growth but often underappreciated sector of marketing: Engage to Earn.
How Does Length of Time in US Affect Hispanic Consumers
There are significant differences in how Hispanic consumers behave in the marketplace depending on how long they have lived in the United States. This is because the length of time a Hispanic individual has spent in the United States often influences that individual’s acculturation level, although the two are not synonymous. Acculturation generally refers to the process of someone reverting from their own personal culture, to accept practices of the dominant culture in some shape of form (Berry, 2006). Acculturation is not the abandonment of one’s individual culture fully, but instead, it refers to adopting aspects of a different culture into the individual’s personal identity. The levels of acculturation for Hispanic consumers is often broken down into four categories, and each category of consumer has a slightly unique behavior. By Camille Ashe - Florida State University
Monthly Podcast Listenership Among U.S. Latinos Up 72% From 2020 [REPORT]
Latinos are spending most of their days with podcasts for entertainment: 78% of U.S. monthly Latino podcast listeners age 18+ “strongly agree” or “somewhat agree” that they listen to podcasts when they want to be entertained – an 8-point increase since 2020.
Relevance vs. Trend Hopping: How Jaguar Balances the Loyalty of Its Aging Base and the Demands of New Global Affluent Buyers
What I’ve learned in working with clients on brand transitions throughout decades—whether we call it evolution, transformation, rebranding, or something else—is that visionary brands never need to compromise their essence. They refine and adapt it to stay relevant in an ever-changing consumer landscape. It’s not about chasing trends; it’s about understanding how to evolve meaningfully without losing what made the brand great. By Gabriela Alcantara-Diaz - Founder, President / SEMILLA Multicultural, Inc.
My Voice Matters: Inclusive Marketing Excellence [REPORT]
This study examines how inclusion influences business decision-making, career progression, and a sense of belonging within the marketing and advertising industry. By measuring these dimensions across diverse demographics, roles, and organizational types, it provides a comprehensive perspective that ensures every voice is represented.
What U.S. Latinos Say About ‘Machismo’ [REPORT]
For Hispanics living in the United States, conversations about gender can include discussions of “machismo,” a concept that generally captures ideas, behaviors and expectations related to men and masculinity that is sometimes attributed to Spanish-speaking cultures.
