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Deep Dive
9 campaigns that showed marketers staying nimble despite haze of H1 2021
As consumers navigate the stop-start nature of pandemic recovery, some brands have proved adept at addressing their anxieties and tech needs by offering a dose of optimism, in-person events or NFTs.
By Peter Adams , Asa Hiken • July 13, 2021 -
Retrieved from Asics on July 12, 2021
Asics invests proceeds from NFT shoe drop back into digital arts community
The activewear company is encouraging creators in its Digital Goods Artist-In-Residence Program to make new work inspired by the brand's philosophy.
By Peter Adams • July 13, 2021 -
Trendline
Consumer Packaged Goods
If CPGs can adeptly adjust to emerging mandates, they have an opportunity to strengthen their brands.
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Panera tailors swimwear collection to those who eat soup in hot weather
An e-commerce gambit featuring a bread bowl pool float and other merchandise arrives as record heat rocks parts of North America.
By Peter Adams • July 12, 2021 -
Sponsored by FedEx Office
3 ways combining print and digital could improve your marketing campaigns
While digital advertising is surging, marketers shouldn't overlook print advertising. A recent survey found 40% of consumers were more likely to shop at a retailer that sends them printed advertising.
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Brookfield Properties opens AR ad inventory across 100-plus shopping malls
The deal with Aria will implement AR advertising experiences across the mall operator's roughly 150 million square feet of untapped virtual air space.
By Asa Hiken • July 9, 2021 -
Match Group's BLK taps rapper Juvenile to 'Vax That Thang Up'
To encourage singles to get vaccinated, the Black-focused dating app remade the 1998 hit "Back That Thang Up."
By Chris Kelly • July 8, 2021 -
Chipotle hides giveaway codes in NBA Finals ads for a 'game within the game'
The TV spots show the brand drawing a clearer link to its mobile business and building on a popular "Freeting" promotion from 2019.
By Peter Adams • July 7, 2021 -
Deep Dive
As canned cocktails boom, marketers eyeing longevity face new challenges
The explosive category is nearing an inflection point that will force marketers to focus on deepening brand identity and targeting millennial drinkers.
By Asa Hiken • July 7, 2021 -
Stella Artois auctions Marcus Samuelsson's signature fried chicken recipe as NFT
Proceeds from the sale of the digital asset, which is being handled by Christie's, will benefit restaurant relief efforts.
By Peter Adams • July 6, 2021 -
Heinz calls on hot dog and bun companies to sell equal packs
After its petition received more than 28,000 signatures and was featured on "The Late Show," Oscar Mayer announced plans to release a two-bun pack.
By Chris Kelly • Updated July 16, 2021 -
Column
Campaign Trail: Burt's Bees zooms in on human connection through lips
"Hello Again, Lips" shows a range of everyday scenarios — blowing bubbles, whispering secrets and kissing — to illustrate how lips convey love, joy and self-expression.
By Natalie Black (Koltun) • July 2, 2021 -
Degree is quick to partner with college athletes that can now monetize
To highlight purpose-led initiatives, the Unilever brand will partner with NCAA athletes as new rules about how they can monetize their name, image and likeness go into effect.
By Chris Kelly • July 1, 2021 -
Tripadvisor's refreshed app, ads aim to instill wanderlust
Video spots in "Vacations Miss You" depict luggage looking lonely and forgotten after more than a year of going mostly unused.
By Natalie Black (Koltun) • July 1, 2021 -
Retrieved from Corona on July 01, 2021
Corona offers spin on crypto craze to get people back to the beach
Brand ambassadors like Snoop Dogg are promoting a "Triptocurrency" that can be used to book trips exclusively on Expedia.
By Peter Adams • July 1, 2021 -
Budweiser recreates 'Independence Day' speech as vaccination push continues
Despite the U.S. falling far below of President Biden's goal of getting 70% of adults partially vaccinated by July 4, the AB InBev flagship will deliver on its promise of a free beer.
By Chris Kelly • June 30, 2021 -
Retrieved from Goodby Silverstein & Partners on June 29, 2021
Opinion'Liberty, Liberty, Liiiberty... Liiiberty!': Anatomy of a sonic logo
If you want to reach into people's brains, hearts and pocketbooks in 2021, you must have a strong, well-designed audio presence, writes music producer Lucas Murray.
By Lucas Murray • June 30, 2021 -
Doritos gives platform to Black creators with $5M commitment
As part of parent company PepsiCo's work to advance racial equality, the brand will support and showcase "changemakers" who are driving culture.
By Chris Kelly • June 29, 2021 -
MNTN acquires Ryan Reynold's Maximum Effort in bid to wed media, creative
While the two come from different backgrounds, both share a focus on "simplicity and speed" and look to disrupt traditional TV advertising.
By Peter Adams • June 28, 2021 -
How AB InBev's Draftline guides the company — and what brands get wrong about in-house agencies
The internal shop, which just secured its first Grand Prix win at Cannes Lions, is able to jump on fast-moving trends due to clear strategic mandates, global vice president Tracy Stallard said.
By Peter Adams • June 28, 2021 -
Q&A
Wendy's CMO on Twitter snark, 'Rick and Morty' and building a $1B breakfast business
Carl Loredo, the chain's marketing chief since 2019, said his overall vision is unchanged by the pandemic, while tactics are evolving to meet tech needs.
By Peter Adams • June 28, 2021 -
Coca-Cola revives 'Hilltop' ad with vintage wardrobe for Samsung AR emoji
In a deal with Tafi, the beverage giant is releasing virtual '70s-inspired apparel in celebration of an iconic ad's 50th anniversary.
By Asa Hiken • June 24, 2021 -
Chipotle drives interest in loyalty program with racing video game
The lo-fi racing game promotes a new update to Chipotle Rewards and will dole out prizes to select winners, including a 2021 Tesla Model 3.
By Asa Hiken • June 23, 2021 -
Hotel brands balance emotional appeals, marketing innovation as travel spigots turn back on
Marriott is debuting the largest global campaign in its 90-year history, an effort made in conjunction with 72andSunny, to capture pent-up pandemic demand.
By Peter Adams • June 23, 2021 -
How Sweetgreen's in-house agency helps deliver healthy messages
Executive Creative Director Thomas Wilder details his move from the agency world to the fast-casual chain and why tennis star Naomi Osaka is a perfect ambassador for the brand, even when facing controversy.
By Chris Kelly • June 21, 2021 -
Axe parodies pandemic pressers in push targeting vaccine-hesitant Gen Zers
As part of the "Get Axeinated" campaign, tongue-in-cheek ads position getting vaccinated as the "hot" thing for young guys to do as the dating scene returns.
By Peter Adams • June 21, 2021