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White Castle cooks up 'Sliderverse' NFT collection celebrating chain's centennial
A move into the crypto format follows rivals like McDonald's, but also comes as risks related to the technology are made more clear.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 17, 2021 -
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ColumnCampaign Trail: Tinder embraces users' quirks in first work from new AOR
Avoiding the typical lovey-dovey predictability of online dating ads, "You're Not for Everyone" wraps up a year of change for Tinder.
By Natalie Black (Koltun) • Dec. 17, 2021 -
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Consumer Packaged Goods
If CPGs can adeptly adjust to emerging mandates, they have an opportunity to strengthen their brands.
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Jif, Gap highlighted in TikTok's review of 2021
The year-end review can help marketers understand what resonates with users and potentially attract more activity on the app as they prepare 2022 plans.
By Natalie Black (Koltun) • Dec. 16, 2021 -
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Old Spice, Netflix immerse 'The Witcher' fans in stink of show's dark fantasy universe
A partnership for season two features deliberately bad-smelling deodorants and the CPG category's first custom promoted Reddit chatbot.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 16, 2021 -
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E.l.f. goes long-form for meme-heavy holiday 'movie' native to TikTok
Breaking with the app's snackable focus, "Big Mood, Big e.l.f.ing City" nods to 2021 trends like the Couch Guy and a viral salmon bowl recipe.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 15, 2021 -
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Nike acquires studio known for digital sneaker drops in latest metaverse bet
A collection RTFKT produced earlier this year appeared to take inspiration from the Air Force One and sold out within seven minutes.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 14, 2021 -
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Peloton pulls buzzy 'He's Alive' ad following sexual assault allegations against star
The ad, which responded to a twist on the "Sex and the City" revival, disappeared online after a Hollywood Reporter article detailed allegations against Mr. Big actor Chris Noth.
By Peter Adams • Updated Dec. 16, 2021 -
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Bombay Sapphire holiday windows bolster downtown NY
To drive foot traffic to local businesses, the brand worked with creatives on window displays, packaging and cocktails celebrating the area.
By Nina Lentini • Dec. 13, 2021 -
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Sponsored by CventPost event activation: the Cvent team's guide to success
Post-event activation of leads can be a challenge. Get a behind the scenes look at how the team at Cvent does this for their marquee event, Cvent CONNECT.
Dec. 13, 2021 -
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5 campaigns that leveled up mobile tech in 2021
With interest in the metaverse growing, brands from Reebok to Reese's Puffs ventured into virtual worlds.
By Robert Williams • Dec. 9, 2021 -
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Pepsi breaks cost barrier to NFTs with collection celebrating music history
Pepsi Mic Drop features 1,893 pieces that can be minted for free barring a "gas" fee, a potential response to rivals like Coke fetching high prices for NFTs.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 9, 2021 -
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Kraft Heinz, Jack in the Box, Aviation bottle '80s nostalgia for retro sitcom special
Jimmy Kimmel's creative lab teamed with Ryan Reynolds' Maximum Effort to produce ads that riffed on shoulder pads and "This Is Your Brain on Drugs."
By Peter Adams • Dec. 8, 2021 -
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Mtn Dew seeks park ranger to oversee outdoor enthusiast 'playground'
As part of a focus on outdoor activities, the PepsiCo brand will support the local community around a recreation area in the beverage's home state.
By Chris Kelly • Dec. 8, 2021 -
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KFC amps up scented holiday log return with cabin getaway
Back for a third year, the gag gift now includes an experiential component featuring gourmet meals at a secluded luxury abode themed around the chain.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 7, 2021 -
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Deep Dive9 campaigns that struck a chord in 2021
Despite the year's unfulfilled promises, efforts by the likes of Coke, Burger King and Tide delivered boldness and resonated with consumers.
By Peter Adams , Chris Kelly , Natalie Black (Koltun) , Asa Hiken • Dec. 7, 2021 -
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Can in-house agencies sustain their productivity boom?
Even as project volumes jumped for half of in-house teams due to the pandemic's premium on digital, hybrid collaboration still faces challenges.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 6, 2021 -
Accenture Interactive names first global creative chief to sharpen brand-building offer
A Droga5 vet, Neil Heymann returns to the agency network just months after David Droga's appointment as CEO and creative chairman.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 6, 2021 -
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Airbnb, Vacasa list holiday getaways inspired by pop culture classics
Rentals themed around "Home Alone" and the Grinch take distinct approaches, with one promoting remoteness and another recreating iconic film scenes.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 3, 2021 -
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ColumnCampaign Trail: Laura Geller turns tables on classic holiday ads to address ageism
Former supermodel Paulina Porizkova — known for her candid talks online about age discrimination — appears in scenes crafted by the cosmetics brand to debunk the notion that beauty is tied to youth.
By Natalie Black (Koltun) • Dec. 3, 2021 -
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Spotify places listeners in '2021: The Movie' for data-driven Wrapped campaign
Focusing on individuality, the annual effort weaves in a tighter narrative that references trends like NFTs and the "Good Soup" meme.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 2, 2021 -
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A&W pokes fun at fellow QSRs with 'Anti-Celeb Meals'
Created with agency Coomer, the cheeky effort spotlights employees as "locally sourced celebrities" and doubles as a recruiting strategy amid a labor shortage.
By Asa Hiken • Updated Dec. 6, 2021 -
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Mr. Peanut doles out 'nutstalgia' for holidays with music video, gift boxes
The '80s-inspired "A Nutty Holiday" features "Die Hard" actor Reginald VelJohnson and nods to debate over whether the film is a Christmas movie.
By Chris Kelly • Dec. 1, 2021 -
Courtesy of Corona
Corona uncaps branded island experience that puts nature first
Opening in 2022 and located in the Caribbean Sea, the getaway is themed around sustainability while mirroring the brew's beach-going ads.
By Peter Adams • Nov. 30, 2021 -
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Grey Goose ties with Grammys as official spirit partner in multiyear pact
The deal follows a slew of recent efforts by the vodka brand to tie itself more closely to themes of style, music and culture.
By Asa Hiken • Nov. 29, 2021 -
Courtesy of White Castle
White Castle signs up for OnlyFans to share spicy Thanksgiving content
A safe-for-work video riffs on the subscription-based platform's association with explicit material, but the burger chain may have miscalculated user interest.
By Peter Adams • Nov. 24, 2021
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