Brand Strategy: Page 102


  • Crypto.com becomes first global marketing partner for Twitch Rivals

    The partnership comes on the heels of the cryptocurrency platform's launch of a $100 million global ad campaign that stars Matt Damon.

    By Nov. 4, 2021
  • Dick's Sporting Goods and Nike tie loyalty programs together
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    Nike and Dick's tie loyalty programs together

    The combined offering demonstrates how Nike is trying to deepen its relationships with key wholesale partners.

    By Cara Salpini • Nov. 3, 2021
  • Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Marketing Dive

    From the continued rise of artificial intelligence to the emergence of new digital channels, here's a look at key trends driving marketing in 2026.

    By Marketing Dive staff
  • Absolut's tablescape kit
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    Absolut rents out cocktail-inspired tablescapes to celebrate holiday gatherings

    New decorative kits available through Social Studies follow an Etsy report that found searches for place settings are up 72% and table decor up 27%.

    By Asa Hiken • Nov. 3, 2021
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    Target unwraps its holiday marketing campaign

    In partnership with Mother, the retailer's in-house shop tapped women-owned production companies to create its largest campaign of the year.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 2, 2021
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    McDonald's powers up 'Friendsgaming' livestream with FaZe Clan to unite gamers

    As part of the event riffing on the Friendsgiving concept, the duo created a merchandise pack of co-branded gaming gear and DoorDash delivery codes.

    By Nov. 2, 2021
  • Bombay Sapphire's Sensory Auction
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    Deep Dive

    Spirit brands concoct multisensory shindigs for next-gen experiential marketing

    Bombay Sapphire, Johnnie Walker and Grey Goose are some of the marketers using the tactic to explore innovation in ways that are specific to their products.

    By Asa Hiken • Nov. 2, 2021
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    Burger King doles out crypto on Robinhood to boost loyalty program

    Royal Perks members could win Bitcoin, Ethereum and Dogecoin in a stunt that builds on the QSR's previous brand-building efforts.

    By Nov. 1, 2021
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    How top retail companies are thriving in a post-pandemic world

    Despite the challenges that the pandemic created for retail companies, many have been able to adjust accordingly and thrive. As buyers' expectations and needs continue to evolve, retail companies can consider the points above as they create their winning strategies. 

    By Janelle Estes • Nov. 1, 2021
  • Facebook/Meta's VR world with Zuckerberg
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    Facebook readies bigger VR future with Meta rebrand

    The decision to rebrand reflects the company's current weaknesses, including in its ad business, and signals broader changes across the tech world.

    By , Asa Hiken • Oct. 29, 2021
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    Opinion

    Can Facebook align with the values of the metaverse?

    The social behemoth's history of buying up other apps like Instagram and WhatsApp suggests motives of monopolizing the market — the antithesis of the metaverse's community pillar.

    By Adam Jeffries • Oct. 29, 2021
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    Deep Dive

    CTV is exploding, but can marketers capitalize on its promise?

    Executives at Advertising Week spoke about the opportunity connected TV presents despite persistent issues with fragmentation and measurement.

    By Oct. 27, 2021
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    3 ways brands approach working with content creators

    Executives from DoorDash, Equinox and Diageo showcased creator partnerships that run the gamut in terms of opportunity and process.

    By Asa Hiken • Oct. 27, 2021
  • Chipotle's 'Boorito' experience on Roblox
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    Chipotle hosts virtual restaurant on Roblox for Halloween experience

    An extended digital play sees the chain tying its annual 'Boorito' promotion to interest in the metaverse while dishing out $1 million in free food.

    By Asa Hiken • Oct. 27, 2021
  • Reebok's Radicalm film
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    Reebok builds on new brand direction in latest campaign

    With a deal in hand to be acquired by Authentic Brands Group, the company is trying to reinvent its brand image after years of challenges.

    By Cara Salpini • Oct. 26, 2021
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    Deep Dive

    At Advertising Week: Less fluff and increased candor around industry's uncertain future

    Across four days in New York, marketers stepped out of their comfort zones with optimism that occasionally belied ongoing supply chain and engagement issues.

    By Oct. 26, 2021
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    How Hot Pockets joined Gen Z gamer culture through Twitch Bits

    A couponing push drove six times higher conversion rates than past efforts, helping the brand gain relevancy with key young cohorts, an exec said at Advertising Week.

    By Oct. 25, 2021
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    5 key ways marketers can leverage augmented reality for retail

    Augmented reality is leading the charge in the new retail revolution - find out how.

    Oct. 25, 2021
  • Honey Bunches of Oats fall 2021 ad campaign
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    Honey Bunches of Oats released a video as part of its "Make a Bunch Happen" campaign. The image was retrieved from its video on Oct. 21, 2021.

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    Campaign Trail: Honey Bunches of Oats emphasizes self-care to fuel mornings

    In the Post brand's first national effort in three years, "Make a Bunch Happen" includes happiness "hacks" on social and tie-ups with radio show hosts.

    By Oct. 22, 2021
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    How Mondelez deploys empathy to sidestep personalized marketing's 'creepy chasm'

    At Advertising Week, Global Vice President of Consumer Experience Jon Halvorson emphasized that efficiency is driven by smarter creative and a simpler media plan.

    By Oct. 22, 2021
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    Hellmann's first Super Bowl ad stars comedian Amy Schumer. The image was retrieved from the brand's YouTube video on Jan. 27, 2021.

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    How Unilever and other marketers work to avoid greenwashing

    The CPG giant's chief digital and marketing officer said a gap exists between consumer attitudes and actions around sustainability because of complexity.

    By Oct. 21, 2021
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    Kroger's new private programmatic marketplace courts CPGs with 'pre-optimized audiences'

    Cara Pratt, of Kroger Precision Marketing at 84.51°, tells Marketing Dive about why the platform enables brands to use their DSP of choice.

    By Oct. 21, 2021
  • Panel on the future of NIL at AWNY 2021
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    NIL offers fertile ground for brands, but it needs 'turnkey' solutions to grow

    Sports marketers at Advertising Week detailed how platforms, such as group licensing programs, could streamline how brands partner with college athletes.

    By Asa Hiken • Oct. 21, 2021
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    How Mars approaches contextual advertising as a cookieless future looms

    There is no one-size-fits-all solution for agencies looking across categories and brands, said the head of investment and activation at GroupM's Wavemaker.

    By Oct. 20, 2021
  • CMO of Proximo Brands disucssing Jose Cuervo at AWNY 2021
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    For Jose Cuervo, marketing success means engaging consumers more directly

    The marketer's strategy has shifted away from a heavy reliance on brand awareness, the CMO of parent Proximo Spirits said during Advertising Week.

    By Asa Hiken • Oct. 20, 2021
  • P&G Procter & Gamble brands
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    P&G: Marketing efficiency breeds effectiveness, leading to more investment

    As consumers seek out trusted brands, the CPG marketer's quarterly results show it reaping the benefits of investments in digital marketing, supply chain and data analysis.

    By Oct. 20, 2021