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How brands are fumbling sustainability — and how they can get it right
Some brands lean too heavily on marketing to drive sustainability, while newer green brands can have more fun with messaging because of their more holistic approach.
By Chris Kelly • April 19, 2021 -
Opinion
What advertisers stepping into the gaming arena should know
The sub-segments within the gaming audience and the opportunities to reach them will continue to evolve, writes Merkle's Kimberly Dutcher.
By Kimberly Dutcher • April 19, 2021 -
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Consumer Packaged Goods
If CPGs can adeptly adjust to disruptions caused by the pandemic and new privacy mandates, they have an opportunity to strengthen their brands.
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Silk urges people to overcome climate worries on Earth Day
With 67% of U.S. consumers anxious about climate change, the Danone-owned brand of plant-based foods will offer virtual discussions with a counselor.
By Robert Williams • April 16, 2021 -
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PepsiCo's Lifewtr pushes for diversity in the arts with Issa Rae team-up
Along with a chance of mentorship from the "Insecure" boss, Life Unseen features a 20-person collective that will get their art featured on water bottles.
By Chris Kelly • April 15, 2021 -
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P&G inks multiyear MLS sponsorship in quest to court multicultural consumers
As part of the deal, the CPG giant will work with local communities to open up youth access to soccer at the collegiate level and beyond.
By Peter Adams • April 14, 2021 -
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Hornitos boosts underrepresented voices with short film program
The tequila brand teamed with the Black List to fund and mentor emerging filmmakers in an effort to enable diverse creatives.
By Chris Kelly • April 14, 2021 -
Bed Bath & Beyond released a video as part of its "Home, Happier" campaign that features real families. The image was retrieved from its video on April 12, 2021.
Bed Bath & Beyond keys into homes' evolving role with new positioning
"Home, Happier" lays the groundwork for a three-year transformation that aims to solidify the retailer's authority in the $180 billion home goods category.
By Natalie Koltun • April 13, 2021 -
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OpinionAre in-house ad agencies choking the talent pipeline?
The advertising industry is experiencing a talent crisis of immense proportions that's likely to continue unless changes are made now, writes WorkReduce CEO Brian Dolan.
By Brian Dolan • April 12, 2021 -
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Omnicom calls for Asian inclusivity with PSA contest
The "Three in Five" campaign urges the advertising industry to tell Asian stories amid a rise in anti-Asian hate and violence.
By Robert Williams • April 12, 2021 -
Lacoste and Polaroid released a video as part of the campaign that features dancers. The image was retrieved from this video on April 8, 2021.
ColumnCampaign Trail: Lacoste calls on Polaroid's rainbow aesthetic in spring collab
A stop-motion video elicits the feel of instant film and aims to stir energy and optimism in viewers through rekindling the spirit of the '60s and '70s.
By Natalie Koltun • April 09, 2021 -
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How P&G and Lush pursue brand activism with authenticity
Supporting meaningful social change requires a thoughtful approach and corporate buy-in, executives said at the MMA Global's Impact conference.
By Chris Kelly • April 08, 2021 -
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Bush's Beans remixes 'bean song' with Josh Groban ballad
Amid a wave of CPG rebrands, Bush's supports the national rollout of its new look, tagline and website with a full-length music video.
By Robert Williams • April 08, 2021 -
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Molson Coors puts giant QR codes on runners to push low-calorie beer
Consumers who got close enough to scan giant codes worn by pro runners received a rebate for a 12-pack of Coors Pure, its first organic brew.
By Peter Adams • April 07, 2021 -
Orbitz released a video as part of the campaign. The image was retrieved from its video on April 7, 2021.
Orbitz supports inclusive positioning with 'Travel As You Are' campaign
With a revamped hub for inclusive travel and a national campaign, Orbitz looks to reaffirm what it says is a commitment to LGBTQ travelers that dates back to the early 2000s.
By Robert Williams • April 07, 2021 -
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For Walmart, some pandemic-related marketing changes will endure longer than others
Executives speaking at the MMA's Impact conference talked up strong results for experiential activations on the same day the retailer announced hiring its first chief creative officer.
By Peter Adams • April 07, 2021 -
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Impossible Foods eyes meat eaters in first national ad push
Produced by Wieden+Kennedy, the creative is reminiscent of burger chain ads and pitches the brand's food as "meat for meat lovers — made from plants."
By Chris Kelly • April 07, 2021 -
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Clorox taps Billy Porter for #YasClean song, challenge on TikTok
The "Pose" star flips the slang phrase "yas queen" as part of a hashtag challenge and home makeover sweepstakes.
By Chris Kelly • April 01, 2021 -
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Mountain Dew challenges NBA fans to best Zion Williamson with web-based mobile game
Zion Shoots. You Score. recognizes the boom in hypercasual gaming during the pandemic and is accessible via QR codes at select retail locations.
By Peter Adams • UPDATED: April 5, 2021 at 8:47 a.m. -
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White Claw, a brand built on social buzz, focuses on fans in first global campaign
Improvised moments animate the effort that looks to shore up White Claw's place at the top of an increasingly crowded hard seltzer category.
By Peter Adams • April 01, 2021 -
Retrieved from Tide on April 01, 2021
P&G's Tide enlists celebrity 'cold callers' for sustainability push
Ads show Ice-T and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin making unsolicited sales calls to other celebrities urging them to wash laundry in cold water with Tide.
By Robert Williams • April 01, 2021 -
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Volkswagen's rebranding hoax could undermine marketer's EV ambitions
One branding expert said that promoting a new direction on sustainability with a "flimsy and unserious" stunt ultimately distracts from the message.
By Peter Adams • March 31, 2021 -
Retrieved from Kraft Heinz on March 31, 2021
Kraft Mayo offers kits to help overcome 'mayophobia'
Each kit has a blindfold, a nose clip, a selection of mayo in different sizes and a marker to rename a jar of the condiment.
By Robert Williams • March 31, 2021 -
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Volkswagen's Voltswagen rebrand turns out to be elaborate April Fools' prank
"The renaming was designed to be an announcement in the spirit of April Fool's Day, highlighting the launch of the all-electric ID.4 SUV and signaling our commitment to bringing electric mobility to all," a company statement said.
By Peter Adams • UPDATED: March 31, 2021 at 8:54 a.m. -
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Budweiser pitches pop-up stadium experiences for MLB's Opening Day
With in-stadium attendance still limited by the pandemic, the beer brand is bringing hot dogs and more to fans throughout Chicago and New York.
By Robert Williams • March 30, 2021 -
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P&G amps up opportunities for Black creators across advertising, film and TV
The "Widen The Screen" content and partnership platform expands upon the CPG giant's previous efforts around diversity and inclusion.
By Chris Kelly • March 30, 2021
