5 things we learnt at Advertising Week Europe
As Advertising Week Europe draws to a close, we take a look at the big issues – from ad blocking and data regulation to marketing’s image problem – that have been up for discussion.
Snapchat’s Nick Bell: ‘Our audience is not as young as people think’
Lucy TesserasSnapchat’s vice-president of content Nick Bell is trying to banish the misconception that the vast majority of its audience are teenagers, claiming two-thirds are over 18 and 50% of new daily users are aged over 25.
The uncomfortable truths about marketing: agency siloes, image problems and data obsession
Leonie RoderickWhile brands and agencies love to celebrate their successes, there are certain issues such as an over-reliance on data and a siloed approach to work that too many marketers are avoiding talking about according to top marketers from Sainsbury’s, Unilever and Travelex.
Tinder CEO Sean Rad on why innovative brands need an ‘aura of naivety’
Mindi ChahalThe chief executive of social dating app Tinder believes innovation in brands comes from people “who are not experts in their field” and being naïve can help leaders be more creative.
Sainsbury’s dual focus on premium product and price powers its largest market share gain in a decade
Chris SutcliffeThe supermarket chain’s strategy to “go after both” quality and the cheapest has helped it increase market share by 0.4 percentage points.
Why TikTok campaigns aren’t just for Christmas
Marketing Week PartnerWith the right TikTok strategy, your brand can reach a highly engaged audience primed to spend their post-Christmas cash.
Marketoonist on the many hats of a CMO
Tom FishburneTom Fishburne is founder of Marketoon Studios. Follow his work at marketoonist.com or on Twitter @tomfishburne See more of the Marketoonist here
‘High-tech, high-touch’: Aston Martin on transforming digital to create personalised experiences
Josh StephensonAston Martin has been overhauling its digital offer to create “almost one-to-one” experiences for potential customers.