With a marketplace in constant flux, brand leaders are looking to Advertising Week as the place to separate signal from noise, reconnect with peers, and walk away with insights that will actually move the needle.
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DMEXCO has undergone an identity change in recent years, from Cologne’s answer to Cannes Lions with all the global hubbub it attracts, to a European-focused, business-first conference.
This era won’t be defined by commercial breaks or rented space alongside this new wave of entertainment — it will be about helping co-create it.
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We may live in an always-connected world, but that doesn’t mean employees should always be reachable. By following the above best practices, business leaders and managers can keep their team members operating at their highest levels, and their businesses will get a considerable boost in return.
If your brand chooses dialogue over monologue, engages authentically with its communities, remains ready to respond to its audience, and stays consistent with its own core truth, then you will have more than just a perfunctory social media presence. Instead, your brand will be part of the community and truly present.
Lead entrepreneurs have a critical role to play powering creative agencies through today’s competitive landscape.
Now the shockwaves have passed from Google’s latest announcement, it should be clear to all advertisers and agencies that even if the cookie isn’t cut off completely, its power will diminish over time.
By leveraging their position and visibility, brands can be prominent in helping drive healthy conversations, share useful information, and promote trustworthy news sources. They can help arm young voters with the insight they need to make the most of this cultural moment, proving their relevance to this audience, and forging connections that last through the election and beyond.
The message to the industry is clear: the evolving consumer landscape is calling for a new type of agency, one that represents the diverse mainstream, and balances inclusivity with specificity.
To truly connect with today’s consumers, brands must become relatable. Audio storytelling accomplishes that goal in a unique way by allowing consumers to hear an unvarnished account of what a brand is doing and why.
As expectations for corporate responsibility continue to rise, brands have a unique opportunity to lead the charge in addressing environmental issues.
If it’s even a question in your mind, take the road less traveled, you’ll end up somewhere unconventional and divine.
We all know that great young talent is hard to find. If you’re lucky enough to hire someone who’s eager to learn and excited for their career in advertising, help to nurture that spirit every day.
Times of change can be turbulent, especially given the history and frequency of CMO-level turnover. Whenever that moment hits, agency leaders need to prioritize communication over remuneration.
