Virgin Media O2 is launching its first proposition after the £31bn merger in June, as its new marketing director outlines the business’s dual-brand strategy, stating the “powerful equity” both have is “too good to scrap”.
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Simon Groves takes on the director of brand and marketing role in the UK, following the departure of Cilesta Van Doorn and Nina Bibby who headed up marketing at the respective businesses prior to the merger.
The evolution of the CMO role means the relationship with the chief technology officer could be just as – if not more – important than the relationship with the sales director, says Bibby.
As Nina Bibby unveils her last major campaign for O2 after eight years heading up marketing, she says her team’s ability to drive commercial growth while delivering for customers is one of her proudest achievements.
O2’s top marketer Nina Bibby will leave the business if the proposed merger between the Telefónia-owned brand and Virgin Media goes ahead.
O2’s first foray into festive advertising features its brand mascot Bubl helping a young girl take part in the sport she loves despite lockdown.
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It may have taken years to shift attitudes, but marketers are finally realising the power of putting female athletes on an equal footing with men.
Sports equipment brand hits sweet spot with consumers during Japanese tournament with nostalgic campaign, according to exclusive research.
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The marketing campaign taps into Japan’s unique cultural identity while heroing England’s symbol, the red rose, but the mobile giant is determined to ensure it doesn’t “fall into” easy stereotypes.
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