
The Marketing Dive Awards for 2019
From KFC to Accenture, these are the companies and executives that shaped the marketing industry this year.

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The food and beverage conglomerate increased advertising and marketing spending 12% this year, bolstering business and appeal with key audiences like Gen Z. Read more ➔
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As CMOs everywhere face a "desperate fight for survival," KFC's U.S. marketing chief has helped successfully transform the QSR into a lifestyle brand through outsized campaigns. Read more ➔
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Snagging a powerful ad server, dynamic creative optimization solution and client list, the deal strengthens an Amazon offer that had already put a dent in Google's search dominance. Read more ➔
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Reservations at the refurbished resort sold out in two minutes, solidifying the chain's cult-like status among ardent fans and its expertise in catering experiences to devotees. Read more ➔
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Equipping Accenture with a desirable talent pool and client roster, the deal shows how easily the consultancy is using its economic muscle to close the creativity gap with traditional agency rivals. Read more ➔