CMO Corner: Page 2

Coverage of industry leaders from our journalists

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    Opinion

    How corporate communicators can stay ahead in the age of AI

    AI has the power to paint the picture and tell the story, tasking communicators to level up their strategy, according to Robert Gibbs and Jeff Nussbaum.

    By Robert Gibbs, Jeff Nussbaum • Oct. 31, 2023
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    Do CEOs understand modern marketing? 66% of CMOs say ‘no.’

    As the role of the marketer continues to evolve, CEOs must work to clarify responsibilities and create a framework for measurement, per McKinsey.

    By • Oct. 30, 2023
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    Trendline

    The Marketing Dive Outlook on 2021

    There is perhaps no facet of marketing that went untouched by a tumultuous 2020. Read on for the trends and topics that could shape the industry in the new year.

    By Marketing Dive staff
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    Top takeaways from Advertising Week 2023 marketers need to know

    From rebrands and retail media to identity and ad fraud — plus plenty of Taylor Swift — here are the biggest lessons from the annual gathering.

    By • Oct. 26, 2023
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    Inside J.C. Penney’s holiday marketing strategy

    On the heels of a new $1 billion turnaround plan, the retailer’s seasonal push includes paid creators, video ads and a “Penney Prepper” challenge.

    By • Oct. 25, 2023
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    What Taco Bell and DoorDash learned about loyalty through collaboration

    Taco Bell Chief Digital Officer Dane Mathews and DoorDash CMO Kofi Amoo-Gottfried dug into building brand trust at Advertising Week New York.

    By • Oct. 20, 2023
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    Q&A

    State Farm’s marketing head on ‘lightning-in-a-bottle’ Kelce-Swift stunt

    Marketing Dive caught up with Alyson Griffin at Advertising Week New York to discuss how it partnered with agency Maximum Effort for a viral Swiftie play.

    By • Updated Oct. 18, 2023
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    What Wendy’s global CMO Carl Loredo learned from Taylor Swift

    The executive explained how fandom, value and nostalgia come together for the QSR chain during an Advertising Week New York discussion.

    By • Oct. 17, 2023
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    McDonald’s US CMO on brand’s first-party data transformation

    After years of struggling with the youth market, the chain has turned things around thanks to its loyalty program and more culturally impactful campaigns.

    By • Oct. 11, 2023
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    Mars Petcare appoints first chief brand and experience officer

    Najoh Tita-Reid, previously CMO at Logitech, will seek to elevate consumer experience and drive growth across a portfolio of brands and services.

    By • Oct. 10, 2023
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    Q&A

    Celsius CEO on keeping a disruptor’s edge and staying focused on Gen Z

    The energy drink brand remains committed to the 18-to-24 demographic on an increasingly broad stage that now includes a national MLS sponsorship.

    By • Oct. 9, 2023
  • OLAPLEX DUPES THE DUPERS ON TIKTOK WITH OLADUPÉ, WHICH WAS REVEALED AS ITS BLOCKBUSTER NO. 3 HAIR PERFECTOR
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    Why Olaplex created a faux product to address dupe culture on TikTok

    The brand’s Oladupé marketing stunt was strategized with agency Movers+Shakers, the first collaboration between the companies.

    By • Oct. 5, 2023
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    Ford hires Toyota veteran as global CMO

    Lisa Materazzo was formerly Toyota's top marketing executive in North America and joins as the automaker navigates the industry's electric “sea change.”

    By • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Carl’s Jr., Hardee’s parent appoints CMO, CFO

    CKE’s new execs join the company during an ongoing brand overhaul focused on renovations, technology advancements and streamlined operations.

    By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Sept. 8, 2023
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    Q&A

    How Lowe’s is leveraging its NFL deal to inspire DIYers with new campaign

    Head of marketing Jen Wilson also explained how in-housing its retail media efforts and restructuring its marketing organization have paid off for the brand.

    By • Sept. 7, 2023
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    Could Peloton’s brand refresh mark the start of its comeback?

    Vice President of Consumer Marketing Oli Snoddy details how the exercise brand is leveraging real users to broaden its reach and grow its app. 

    By • Sept. 6, 2023
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    TGI Fridays promotes CMO to CEO

    Brandon Coleman III takes the reins as the chain experiments with virtual brands, a new loyalty structure and major menu overhaul in a growth push. 

    By Emma Liem Beckett , Julie Littman • Aug. 29, 2023
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    How Gap put a fresh spin on nostalgia for its fall campaign

    The retailer is pulling inspiration from its style archives and past ads to reach consumers through a new lens, according to head of marketing Erika Everett.

    By • Aug. 29, 2023
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    Pernod Ricard North America names Colin Kavanagh as CMO

    The former senior vice president of transformation for the spirits marketer will succeed Pam Forbus.

    By • Aug. 28, 2023
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    Pepsi celebrates 125 years: Inside the marketer’s media blitz

    A campaign celebrating an anniversary milestone and past iconic ads doubles as the official introduction of the brand’s new logo.

    By • Aug. 24, 2023
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    How Behr, Home Depot are using data to market 2024’s Color of the Year

    The paint marketer will leverage Instagram and Home Depot’s retail media network to target Cracked Pepper at consumers in the mood for renovations.

    By Aaron Baar • Aug. 22, 2023
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    Sweetgreen appoints head of marketing amid loyalty program expansion

    Michael Kotick will oversee the chain’s marketing and menu strategy, having most recently led purpose-driven marketing efforts for Chipotle. 

    By Julie Littman • Aug. 21, 2023
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    How Häagen-Dazs met its $1.5M commitment to underrepresented creators

    CMO Elizabell Marquez explained how the brand has supported creators and brought their work into its advertising.

    By • Aug. 21, 2023
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    Aerie rallies New York City’s ‘hidden gems’ for pop-up marketplace

    The effort promotes the retailer’s fall collection and supports a “reintroduction” of its intimate apparel business, according to CMO Stacey McCormick.

    By • Aug. 11, 2023
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    Q&A

    Toms exec talks about new sustainability strategies, ThredUp partnership

    Amy Smith, chief brand officer, says the company is focusing on tackling issues in “our own backyard,” such as access to mental health.

    By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 9, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    Back-to-school 2023: Can marketing transcend the turbulence?

    Top marketers from American Eagle and Amazon weigh in on strategy as the season’s spending forecast paints a gloomy picture.

    By • Aug. 8, 2023