ActionAid launches first ever rain-triggered ad to ‘stop people in their tracks’
Leonie RoderickActionAid is launching a rain-triggered ad this week which will disrupt the Piccadilly Circus outdoor screens to highlight the impact of climate change and raise awareness for the London People’s Climate March that is taking place this Sunday (29 November).
What we learnt from the Festival of Marketing
Leonie RoderickThis year’s Festival of Marketing, which saw speakers from Lord Sugar to Monica Lewinsky, provided insight on marketing’s biggest issues.
CMOs: More imaginative, outgoing and bolder than the rest of the c-suite
Thomas HobbsChief marketing officer’s ability to act unconventionally makes them 49% more imaginative than other c-suite figures. However, the more flamboyant qualities of CMOs can also hinder their progress in becoming a CEO.
McVitie’s: Investment in brand is crucial for remaining in ‘hearts and minds’ of consumers
Niamh CarrollMcVitie’s claims to be the “definitive” UK biscuit brand, but its marketing director James King says it can’t afford to not invest in its position, as it launches a new masterbrand campaign.
Budgeting and changing strategy: Your Marketing Week
Russell ParsonsAt the end of every week, we look at the key stories, offering our view on what they mean for you and the industry. From cautionary tales from the budgeting and planning frontline to the changing nature of retail, it’s been a busy week. Here is my take.
Nike pledges to ‘stay on the offensive’ as it increases focus on demand creation
Chris SutcliffeThe sportswear retailer is feeling buoyant after a strong first quarter, and vows to stay on the offensive into the rest of the year.
How Dunelm’s top marketer shifted focus from product to customer
Josh StephensonSean McGinty tasked himself with putting the customer at the heart of Dunelm when he joined the business from Aldi earlier this year.