Digital marketing experts estimate that consumers see thousands of ads per day. This constant flood of ads has forced consumers to be much more selective in the content they choose to engage with. 

While it may be easier than ever to target your audience through digital ads, marketers have to ask themselves whether or not their intended consumer is seeing the ad or, worse, finding it annoying rather than informative.

Did you know the colors you see while you’re experiencing something can greatly affect how well you remember what you saw? And the research shows this effect functions across the entire spectrum, from physiology to psychology, behavior and memory. 

If you’ve been on social media this week, you’ve probably seen dozens of “Little Miss” or “Mr. Men” memes in your feed. Like last year’s sea shanties or last month’s Gentle Minions, this is yet another zeitgeist-y viral trend.

Agency partnerships are like marriages — you need shared values, clear goals, and strong communication to make them successful. Unless the cultures and personas are clear fits, your partnership might be in for a rocky start.

Marketers are natural creative problem solvers, but they’re also just as likely as any other person to occasionally rely on old systems or models out of comfort and ease. 

From Cannes to Coachella in-person events are back in full swing. As conferences, trade shows, and consumer events return, does that mean that virtual events are in our rear-view mirror? Not quite.

After two years of lockdown, summer and fall 2022 are shaping up to be prime time for brands to get back to live events. In fact, a recent survey found that 81% of brands are launching experiential marketing campaigns this year. Why? It’s simple, when people have positive and authentic one-to-one experiences with brands, they become lifelong brand advocates. Here’s what the research says about the power of brand experience.

We all know that consumers are always looking for new… new flavors, new innovations, and new brands. According to the latest research into 2022 food trends, flavor, function, and sustainability are driving beverage innovation. Here are five key trends we’re seeing in the market.

A 2021 PwC consumer poll across 22 countries found that more than half of consumers have become more eco-friendly during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a society, we’re increasingly aware of the devastating effects storms, wildfires, and drought have on our everyday lives. We know we need to make changes; however, many people just don’t know where to start. A recent study from Brands for Good found that 41% of Americans were unsure how to live more sustainably. That’s where brands can help – through education, inspiration, and products that make it easy for consumers to take baby steps to a more sustainable future.

The media often paints a picture of Millennials and Gen Z as frivolous and social media obsessed, but, in reality, they are savvy consumers with billions in spending power. And, as they reach adulthood, their need for – and use of – insurance products is prime for growth. In fact, researchers found that in the next three years Millennials and Gen Z will make significant life changes which include buying homes and cars, having children, and changing jobs or starting businesses. The question is, are insurers prepared to capitalize on these changes?