The Power of Black Community: From Moment to Movement
2020 has been a year of life-changing moments. The COVID-19 pandemic, politics and racial injustice have affected every single American. For African Americans, the reckoning has extended beyond any single moment, becoming a matter of life and death.
LGBTQ+ Gamers are an Untapped Demographic
Simulation games inherently move at a different pace than role-playing, adventure and sports games, but they’re a go-to favorite among many players in a key gaming demographic: the LGBTQ+ community.
‘Tis the Season for Customer Intelligence
With the holidays fast approaching, CPG advertisers will soon need to navigate a new normal of COVID-19 during what’s typically their busiest season. They’ll need the right customer intelligence data to design strategic campaigns and connect with shoppers.
Fortnite is the New IRL: Why Brands Must Plan for a Rise in Virtual Gatherings
Much of life has moved online in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and few industries have been better suited to this new normal than video games.
Quarterbacking Positive Change Through Sports
Leveraging their visibility, many professional athletes have taken a leading role in amplifying Black Lives Matter protests and speaking out about racism and police brutality. But it’s not just the athletes who are passionate about the movement: Fans are too.
Game Makers Need to Plan for the End of the Remake and Remaster Gravy Train
Certain remakes have been blockbuster successes, but game makers should take care to avoid becoming over-reliant on repackaging classic titles.
Innovating in the Digital Era: The Evolving Role of Digital Media on New Product Launches
When considering new launches, the role that advertising plays is consistent: Advertising drives awareness; awareness drives trial; and trial drives volume. It makes sense therefore, that when compared to existing products, new products are more reliant on advertising support to grow.
Driven to Action: Podcast Listeners are a $302 Billion Opportunity for the Auto Market
Podcast listeners should be high on any auto marketer’s list. According to a recent analysis, 35.8 million people were shopping online for vehicles at the height of shelter-in-place restrictions in the U.S., and 10.5 million of them were listening to podcasts.
What Now and What’s Next: A View Into the U.S. Pet Retail Landscape During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The impact of COVID-19 on the U.S. pet retail industry has been substantial, with sales numbers fluctuating at historic proportions. Year-over-year in-store and e-commerce sales up by double-digits, but sales trends have fluctuated following pantry stockpiling in March.
Riding the Tide of Sentiment Change and the Need for Tailored Engagement Strategies
Face masks, working from home, social distancing and businesses operating at partial capacity remain constant reminders of our new world, and consumers see it with different eyes than before the COVID-19 pandemic arrived.