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.
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 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.
While 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.
The 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.
As CMOs come under pressure to do more with less, marketing budgets as a percent of company revenue have dropped to 7.7%.
Giffgaff’s marketing strategy director says it is set up to give equal weight to “people, planet and profit”.
Brands shouldn’t try to “construct” a purpose, says Oatly chief creative officer John Schoolcraft, adding that Oatly’s purpose comes “easy” for it.
Tom Fishburne is founder of Marketoon Studios. Follow his work at marketoonist.com or on Twitter @tomfishburne See more of the Marketoonist here