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Key takeaways: Pop-up retail is far from trendy. It is a key consumer engagement strategy that can have multi-faceted benefits for a brands. During a brand activation or in a brick and mortar environment, merging digital and physical engagement allows for the best user experience. While Millennials love travel, experiences, and authenticity, for many in

Key takeaways: While brands might be eager to connect with a specific gender through gender-based marketing campaigns, creating campaigns for women that are built on stereotypes can backfire. In vying for Millennials' attention, many brands are missing the mark by neglecting their younger counterparts, Gen Z, who hold significant purchasing power. Beauty brands, which as

This week’s key takeaways: Brands that practice conversational marketing, and are better listeners, are creating more relevant, effective marketing messages. The success of American Eagle’s authentic and “real” marketing demonstrates the immense value that consumers put on transparency. Securing the attendance of influencers at brand events will improve your relationship with them and encourage them

Key takeaways: Purpose-driven marketing does not have to be philanthropic. Often, brands can benefit from controversy when they take a political stand that they believe in. The data show that personal experience and word-of-mouth recommendations reign supreme when it comes to consumers’ major purchasing decisions. Augmented reality and virtual reality continue to spark marketers’ imaginations

Key takeaways: Legacy brands like Budweiser are using experience marketing to connect with younger generations and revitalize brand perception. Taking experiences to the next level is a part of most experiential brainstorms, and many brands are finding success in incorporating a travel or retreat element. DNA testing service 23AndMe demonstrates how service brands can use

Key takeaways: A siloed marketing strategy is no longer viable. To stay competitive, agencies need to embrace a place where marketing “strategy meets design.” (more…)

Key takeaways Cause-driven marketing is meaningless unless corporate actions are aligned. But the truth is, in seeking authentic messaging, many brands are revealing (more…)

Key takeaways Celebrity endorsements have made way for Instagram influencers, who are now making way for micro-influencers, as a prime way for brands (more…)

Key takeaways Brand bravery is a topic we discuss a lot at A Little Bird, as companies struggle to feel confident in embracing a “larger purpose” (more…)

Key takeaways Over the past several decades, consumers no longer simply consume. They expect more out of products and the companies make them. Conscious consumerism is on the rise, and brands need to adapt. Physical environment matters when it comes to shaping human behavior. When it comes to corporate culture, there are fascinating differences in

Have you ever walked into a grocery store or restaurant and been too overwhelmed to make a decision on what you want? Why does there have to be so many options for ketchup? Why do I need to decide between 4 different types of flour tortillas for taco night? How do I even choose? While

I’ve tried almost all of the dairy alternatives when it comes to ice cream - almond or oat, cashew or coconut – and I must say, they usually don’t hit the sweet spot the way a typical, creamy, dairy-based ice cream does. It leaves you with a feeling of wanting more. There is just something

By creating immersive experiential marketing campaigns that allow consumers to interact with their products and brand, CPG companies can leave a lasting impact and create a memorable connection. Understanding Experiential Marketing Experiential marketing, also known as engagement marketing or event marketing, is a strategy that focuses on creating unique experiences for consumers. Instead of relying

In today's competitive business landscape, it is crucial for consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies to find the right agency partner that can help them navigate the ever-changing market. CPG agencies play a vital role in assisting businesses in developing and implementing effective marketing strategies, brand positioning, and consumer engagement initiatives. To make an informed decision