Brand Strategy: Page 2


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    GroupM, Warner Bros. Discovery boost brand opportunities around diverse content

    The partnership is the latest ad industry initiative that seeks to create opportunities for diverse media companies and content creators.

    By March 8, 2023
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    Corona launches virtual clubhouse and store on its site

    The golf-themed storefront coincides with the PGA tour and allows for direct purchase through Drizly, Instacart and other retailers. 

    By March 7, 2023
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    The Marketing Dive Outlook on 2023

    Key into where the industry winds are blowing in 2023 across media, emergent technology and the public mood.

    By Marketing Dive staff
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    Miller Lite converts sexist beer ads into fertilizer with help from Ilana Glazer

    Timed to Women’s History Month, “Bad $#!T to Good $#!T” is the latest attempt by the category to reckon with past misogynist behavior.

    By March 7, 2023
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    QuickBooks caters to film tourists by highlighting small business cameos

    An interactive map tracks the locations of establishments that have appeared in movies as part of a TikTok push ahead of the Oscars. 

    By March 7, 2023
  • Mars launches store-hailing mobile ice cream markets

    The new partnership between the treats maker and tech firm Conjure can whisk frozen goodies to consumers in as little as two minutes.

    By Peyton Bigora • March 7, 2023
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    Nissan brings TikTok’s BeReal lookalike to March Madness

    The carmarker is encouraging fans to use TikTok Now to post their live tournament experience for the chance to win tickets to the men’s Final Four.

    By March 6, 2023
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    E.l.f. Cosmetics pens new song in big bet on O Face lipstick

    For its biggest-yet lipstick push, the brand is working with TikTok creator Meredith Duxbury on a shoppable livestream and lips-only “dance” challenge.

    By March 6, 2023
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    Hershey’s trans-inclusive IWD push sparks familiar backlash

    A trending #BoycottHersheys hashtag recalls past controversies that have generated chatter but had little impact on brand performance.

    By March 3, 2023
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    Home Depot takes Kids Workshops to the metaverse on Roblox

    Players will have the ability to browse a virtual Home Depot and build a project, similar to if they attended an in-person workshop.

    By March 3, 2023
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    Campaign Trail: Levi’s tells ‘The Greatest Story Ever Worn’ in cinematic fashion

    To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the iconic 501 Jean, Droga5 enlisted filmmakers Melina Matsoukas and Martin de Thurah to bring true tales to life.

    By March 3, 2023
  • Yahoo and Toyota's augmented reality effort as part of Toyota’s “Says So Much” campaign.
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    Toyota, Yahoo partner for AR-powered car shopping experience

    The tie-up, part of Toyota’s “Says So Much” campaign, allows users to virtually tour and test drive the 2023 Toyota Crown. 

    By Aaron Baar • March 2, 2023
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    Do Meta, Snap’s new AI bets signal a social media shift?

    Meta announced a new AI-focused product team and Snap released its OpenAI-powered chatbot, My AI, begging the question as to how social networking could evolve.

    By March 2, 2023
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    OpenAI makes ChatGPT easier to integrate, priming tech for scale

    Instacart, Snapchat and Shopify are among those taking advantage of a new API that supports features like chatbots and shopping assistants.

    By March 2, 2023
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    Guinness rewards epic toasts this St. Patrick’s Day

    The beer brand will reward 100 of the best video toasts with $10,000 each and kick off in-person activations in several major cities

    By March 2, 2023
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    Bose works to boost gender parity in music production

    With only 2.8% of popular songs from the last decade produced by women, “Turn The Dial” seeks to raise awareness and increase opportunities.

    By March 2, 2023
  • An older couple plays in clear blue water to promote Hard Mtn Dew's retirement community contest.
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    Hard Mtn Dew hosts ‘Definitely Over 21’ bash at retirement community

    Timed to the release of a new flavor, the mostly over-55 spring break bonanza in Florida will welcome one fan who offers the most imaginative pitch.

    By March 1, 2023
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    Molson Coors taps CMO Michelle St. Jacques to fill new chief commercial officer role

    The exec will lead a new function that unites sales, marketing, innovation and digital capabilities in the Americas as the company looks to accelerate growth.

    By March 1, 2023
  • Nutrl Vodka Seltzer's newest campaign.
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    AB InBev seltzer brand’s first national campaign focuses on simplicity

    Nütrl Vodka Seltzer establishes itself as “The One with the Umlaut” through an effort featuring “SNL” star Chloe Fineman as a vodka seltzer sommelier.

    By Feb. 28, 2023
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    FTC addresses ‘AI hype’ with warning about potential abuse in advertising

    Words of caution come as the sector reaches feverish levels of curiosity thanks to solutions like ChatGPT, which recently inked a deal with Snap.

    By Feb. 28, 2023
  • Maybelline's first-ever CGI avatar, May, which the brand is launching alongside its Falsies Surreal Mascara.
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    Maybelline enlists its first-ever digital avatar for mascara launch

    The virtual ambassador, named May, will help launch the Falsies Surreal Extensions Mascara and support future metaverse activations.

    By Feb. 28, 2023
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    AI workflow tool secures $65M from major venture capital firms

    Typeface helps marketers create image and copy assets for platforms like Instagram while aiming to preserve their personal style and brand safety.  

    By Updated Feb. 28, 2023
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    Agency in-housing debate resurfaces, with fresh shades of nuance

    Top marketers touting savings from the strategy could inspire fast followers, but third-party agencies are also doing a better job at pitching their differentiation.

    By Feb. 27, 2023
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    Chipotle embraces viral TikTok trend with new menu item

    The addition of the viral “hack” to its digital-only menu demonstrates the power of the brand-consumer dialogue on the platform.

    By Feb. 27, 2023
  • Padma’s Kind Kitchen, a speakeasy-style pop-up restaurant in NYC created in partnership with "Top Chef" host Padma Lakshmi.
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    Why Kind keeps it simple in latest wellness-focused marketing play

    “I See Almonds” represents not only the brand’s first commercial in over a year, but also the first under Global CMO Kelly Solomon.

    By Feb. 27, 2023
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    Victoria’s Secret pilots refreshed loyalty program

    “The VS & Pink Collective” covers both of the company’s brands and has three spending-based tiers that unlock additional benefits.

    By Cara Salpini • Feb. 24, 2023