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ColumnCampaign Trail: Taco Bell takes on ‘Big Chicken’ through family debates
Fans of the chain’s Cantina Chicken menu are pitted against “trachickenalists” in ads that pitch the QSR as a chicken destination like KFC and Chick-fil-A.
By Chris Kelly • Nov. 1, 2024 -
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McKinsey: CMOs feel unprepared as duties pile up
Marketers are handling a wider range of functions, including generative AI, but encountering barriers in relation to budgetary and structural support.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 29, 2024 -
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TrendlineRetail Marketing
Top stories that underscore the leading influences on retail marketing, including the creator economy, '90s nostalgia and Gen Z.
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Deep DiveBrands lean into fractious election with messages of unity and humor
With tensions running high, some consumer brands are trying to make an emotional connection and avoid landing in hot water.
By Christine Blank • Oct. 29, 2024 -
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VML unites design capabilities, talent under new studio offering
A dedicated agency design unit, one of several to launch this year, could help VML capitalize on ongoing demand for brand refreshes.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 28, 2024 -
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Jennifer Hudson stars in Old Navy’s latest holiday campaign
The campaign, dubbed “Love is in the House,” will air across cinema, social media, primetime networks and streaming services.
By Howard Ruben • Oct. 28, 2024 -
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Walmart parodies TV hits in Black Friday ‘advertainment’ series
“Deals of Desire” will run on TV, TikTok, YouTube and out-of-home and follows similar efforts from the retailer that bridge content and commerce.
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 28, 2024 -
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How L’Oréal’s bigger Pinterest bets are winning over Gen Z
Leveraging the platform’s new ad features, Maybelline created Collages Remixes that drove an engagement rate of over five times its average.
By Jessica Deyo • Oct. 28, 2024 -
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Heineken turns any phone ‘boring’ to encourage IRL connection
Developed with Publicis Groupe’s LePub, the offering shuts down other phone functions for a set period of time, addressing a consumer desire to unplug.
By Sara Karlovitch • Oct. 24, 2024 -
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Urban Outfitters says ‘Happy LOLidays’ with social-focused holiday campaign
The retailer’s latest effort centers on affordable, easy gifting and includes its first-ever holiday jingle made with TikTok personality Lubalin.
By Jessica Deyo • Oct. 24, 2024 -
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Red Lobster appoints new CMO to usher in post-bankruptcy era
Nichole Robillard, who recently led a rebrand for Smokey Bones, was praised for her ability to blend creative and operational expertise.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 24, 2024 -
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Q&AHow — and why — this brand created an ad campaign entirely with AI
IT management platform Atera used generative AI tools including Sora and Midjourney to save up to $1 million on video ad production.
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 24, 2024 -
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Milk-Bone revels in rom-com tropes with movie trailer parody campaign
Ads for faux film “Howl You Know” will run before actual trailers in cinemas while the brand is sharing additional Hollywood-like content on social.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 23, 2024 -
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True Religion enlists Megan Thee Stallion to tap into hip-hop culture
Along with paid social, influencer content and audio ads, the campaign includes a social media takeover with Instagram personality Dudette.
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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Mucinex mascot Mr. Mucus lands on Tinder to give consumers the ick
The scummy character has set up a profile that leans into tired dating app tropes, like holding a fish in his photos, to capitalize on cuffing season.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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E.l.f. challenges companies to ‘Dupe That!’ for latest purpose stunt
The cosmetic brand’s new campaign spotlights the positive impact of its purpose-led efforts and invites other businesses to join the “unicorn parade.”
By Jessica Deyo • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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Opinion3 brands that understand Gen Alpha’s humor — and what they’re doing right
Sour Patch Kids, Crocs and Nutter Butter all tap into the meme-driven humor that the cohort loves, says Movers+Shakers’ CEO Evan Horowitz.
By Evan Horowitz • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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Nutella spreads the word about its biscuits via Betches book club partnership
The Ferrero brand is promoting its cookie product with an in-person event and a podcast series that key into the popularity of book clubs.
By Sara Karlovitch • Oct. 21, 2024 -
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Rare Beauty celebrates ‘Every Side of You’ for first global campaign
The Selena Gomez-founded cosmetics brand is putting individuality at the center of its marketing as it continues to hold favor among Gen Z.
By Jessica Deyo • Oct. 21, 2024 -
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Inside Walmart’s pop culture-heavy 2024 holiday campaign
Nods to iconic film and TV like “Gilmore Girls” and “Christmas Vacation” aim to cut through the crowded retail marketing ecosystem this season.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 21, 2024 -
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Top takeaways from Advertising Week 2024 marketers need to know
Leading marketers like PepsiCo Foods, Home Depot and Diageo tackled topics ranging from artificial intelligence to media networks at the annual confab.
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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ColumnCampaign Trail: Colgate-Palmolive’s Hello makes mundane routines more magical
Indie agency Walrus worked to find a “Goldilocks zone” between fantasy and real life in playful spots for toothpaste and deodorant.
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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Domino’s promotes brand chief to CMO to sharpen global strategy
Kate Trumbull, who helped revamp the chain’s loyalty program, is tasked with scaling its Hungry for MORE initiative to international markets.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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JCPenney’s holiday playbook: Deals, in-store experiences and Martha Stewart
The embattled department store is leaning into its already successful “Really Big Deal Reveals” campaign and bringing back a nostalgic giveaway.
By Jessica Deyo • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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Starbucks hands US creative duties to WPP amid turnaround push
The agency network is forming a bespoke unit for the chain that is trying to reclaim its status as a premium brand and community coffeehouse.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 16, 2024 -
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Kraft Heinz’s Delimex amplifies loud chewing in quesadilla campaign
The brand is leaning into “sound-driven” marketing for the first time with Snapchat AR filters, TikTok content and a Unity mobile game.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 15, 2024
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