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E.l.f. challenges companies to ‘Dupe That!’ for latest purpose stunt
The cosmetic brand’s new campaign spotlights the positive impact of its purpose-led efforts and invites other businesses to join the “unicorn parade.”
By Jessica Deyo • Oct. 22, 2024 -
Q&A
How Georgia-Pacific creates value by investing in retail media networks
Paras Shah, the senior director of digital media at the CPG giant, reminds retail media networks “that is your full funnel — not my full funnel.”
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 22, 2024 -
Trendline
Retail Marketing
Top stories that underscore the leading influences on retail marketing, including the creator economy, '90s nostalgia and Gen Z.
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Starbucks appoints ex-Chipotle exec as first global chief brand officer
Tressie Lieberman joins the coffee chain as part of new CEO Brian Niccol’s marketing overhaul, which also includes a recent agency appointment.
By Chris Kelly • Updated Oct. 21, 2024 -
Rare Beauty celebrates ‘Every Side of You’ for first global campaign
The Selena Gomez-founded cosmetics brand is putting individuality at the center of its marketing as it continues to hold favor among Gen Z.
By Jessica Deyo • Oct. 21, 2024 -
Inside Walmart’s pop culture-heavy 2024 holiday campaign
Nods to iconic film and TV like “Gilmore Girls” and “Christmas Vacation” aim to cut through the crowded retail marketing ecosystem this season.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 21, 2024 -
Top takeaways from Advertising Week 2024 marketers need to know
Leading marketers like PepsiCo Foods, Home Depot and Diageo tackled topics ranging from artificial intelligence to media networks at the annual confab.
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 18, 2024 -
Column
Campaign Trail: Colgate-Palmolive’s Hello makes mundane routines more magical
Indie agency Walrus worked to find a “Goldilocks zone” between fantasy and real life in playful spots for toothpaste and deodorant.
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 18, 2024 -
Domino’s promotes brand chief to CMO to sharpen global strategy
Kate Trumbull, who helped revamp the chain’s loyalty program, is tasked with scaling its Hungry for MORE initiative to international markets.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 17, 2024 -
Moët Hennessy on balancing generative AI hype with luxury expectations
Everything from programmatic to virtual influencers could be impacted by the emergent tech, executives said at Advertising Week New York.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 17, 2024 -
JCPenney’s holiday playbook: Deals, in-store experiences and Martha Stewart
The embattled department store is leaning into its already successful “Really Big Deal Reveals” campaign and bringing back a nostalgic giveaway.
By Jessica Deyo • Oct. 17, 2024 -
Starbucks hands US creative duties to WPP amid turnaround push
The agency network is forming a bespoke unit for the chain that is trying to reclaim its status as a premium brand and community coffeehouse.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 16, 2024 -
Amazon unboxes advertiser capabilities spanning AI, DSP and insights
The retail media giant refreshed its demand-side platform and rolled out new generative artificial intelligence tools to help marketers utilize its ad services.
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 15, 2024 -
Opinion
Why marketers should focus on value over price this holiday season
Beyond affordability, shoppers are hungry for convenience, rewards and an enriching shopping journey, according to Razorfish’s David MacDonald.
By David MacDonald • Oct. 15, 2024 -
KFC is battle-ready in satirical campaign for chicken tenders debut
Highdive’s first work for the fried-chicken chain playfully nods to competitors like Popeyes in a campaign depicting a chicken tenders war.
By Jessica Deyo • Oct. 15, 2024 -
Q&A
Disney, Hershey execs share how holiday marketing campaigns are evolving
Executives spoke during Advertising Week about how the companies are working to engage audiences around cultural moments beyond just ads.
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 14, 2024 -
Sponsored by Marigold
How 5 brands use relationship marketing to create loyal customers
Strong customer relationships are table stakes. Marigold's brand rankings report highlights 200 brands across personalization, loyalty and omnichannel experiences.
Oct. 14, 2024 -
Q&A
Nespresso’s marketing and sustainability maven on her dual role
Jessica Padula discussed acting like a luxury brand and how to navigate growing ESG backlash at Advertising Week New York.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 11, 2024 -
Why Jefferson’s Bourbon became partners in crime with HBO’s ‘The Penguin’
At Advertising Week, the Pernod Ricard brand explained how it teamed with Warner Bros. Discovery to break through the “sea of sameness” in its category.
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 11, 2024 -
Q&A
How United Airlines brought Kinective Media to market — and what’s next
Mike Petrella, the managing director of strategic partnerships for the airline industry’s first media network, shared lessons learned during its quick ramp up.
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 10, 2024 -
How AI gives Hershey an edge for high-stakes Halloween season
Artificial intelligence helps the marketer hit underserved consumers in markets that can be missed by big consumer brands.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 10, 2024 -
How a focus on performance marketing has cost brands trillions: report
The Best Global Brands 2024 report sees Apple again at the top, though its brand value has fallen for the first time in over two decades by 3%.
By Jessica Deyo • Oct. 10, 2024 -
Duracell CMO’s lessons for bringing low-interest brands into culture
Global Chief Marketing Officer Ramon Velutini explained how a TikTok comment led to a successful campaign around a reality show scandal.
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 9, 2024 -
Q&A
PepsiCo Foods creative chief on in-housing and ‘borderless’ content
Chris Bellinger discussed the demands of an always-on content strategy and bringing back Doritos’ “Crash the Super Bowl” at Advertising Week.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 9, 2024 -
Why Mountain Dew refreshed its visual identity for a new era of marketing
A new logo was designed by PepsiCo’s in-house team, which includes a mix of veterans and newcomers to both the brand and industry.
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 9, 2024 -
Domino’s brings back Emergency Pizza promo with Twitch’s The Glitch
After last year’s success, the program is back for a more expansive effort that includes a gaming integration and partnership with nail brand Olive & June.
By Jessica Deyo • Oct. 8, 2024