Top 30 Interactive Ads in September – From Branded Departure Boards to Cologne Refund Programs (TOPLIST)

(TrendHunter.com) From pop-up dog parks to metaverse hubs for K-pop fans, the most notable September 2023 interactive ads take marketing to a whole new level, focusing on engaging and authentic experiences. One…

Adweek Podcast: Why Corporate America Can’t Ignore the Loneliness Epidemic

Earlier this year, the U.S. Surgeon General issued an advisory on the public health crisis of isolation and loneliness. According to the report, lack of social connection can have the same results on physical health comparable to smoking daily. In the latest episode of Yeah, That’s Probably An Ad, community editor Luz Corona and Adweek…

Arby’s is opening a ‘Hike Thru’ location in Colorado to debut its Big Game Burger

Fallon dreamed up the experience, which will lead hikers on a 4.1-mile trek to a 10,731-foot summit.

The In for 13 Pledge Shows Why Black Leadership Levels at Agencies Are Stagnant

In 2020, a group of 71 agencies made a three-year pledge to increase Black leadership levels to fall in line with the Black population in the United States–13%. After one year of discussions and work, 22 agencies remained part of the pledge, which Three’s a Crowd, the advocacy group behind the pledge, said is meant…

J.M. Smucker to buy Twinkies maker Hostess for $5.6 billion

Smucker’s price for Hostess represents a 22% premium to Hostess’ closing price on Sept. 8.

Google ads leader on the YouTube kids ad debate and how brands can navigate it

Google conducted its own study to refute reports of improper ad placements on YouTube and here is what it found.

Here’s What Buyers Really Thought About the 2023 Upfront

After years of CPMs rising while linear ratings declined, TV advertising was due for a course correction. That’s what happened during the 2023-2024 upfront season. This year’s upfront was already expected to be a buyer’s market, with advertisers holding back dollars due to an uncertain economy and the ongoing erosion of linear TV. However, the…

5 CMO meeting tips—how to maximize time with busy marketing execs

Skip the preamble and focus on the agenda, not the slides.

Lights, Camera, Ads: Performance Advertisers See Revenue Gains From Cinema Ads

The trend of using cinema ads as a performance marketing channel is gaining traction among advertisers, especially for brands like Monster.com and Burger King, driving revenue and new audiences. According to data and analytics company World Advertising Research Center (WARC), the cinema advertising sector is anticipated to surpass the investment levels recorded in 2019 this…

Hear how Barbie, Peacock and Unilever are reshaping the future of media and commerce

Join marketing leaders at the Ad Age Media Summit on Oct. 3 and 4.

Advertising salary guide—how to land a job in the high-paying health care space

A look at health care advertising jobs and why they seem to be resistant to economic downturns.

Branded EDC Multitool Kits – The Leatherman Adapt Kit Features a Mini Workstation and More

(TrendHunter.com) The Leatherman Adapt Kit is a compact yet convenient accessory for avid everyday carry (EDC) aficionados to incorporate into their collection as a way to elevate their daily capabilities. The kit…

Daniel Zhang Steps Down From Alibaba

Daniel Zhang, who had been expected to give up his chief executive and chairman roles this month, is also leaving as head of the company’s cloud division.

Daniel Zhang Steps Down From Alibaba

Daniel Zhang, who had been expected to give up his chief executive and chairman roles this month, is also leaving as head of the company’s cloud division.

Daniel Zhang Steps Down From Alibaba

Daniel Zhang, who had been expected to give up his chief executive and chairman roles this month, is also leaving as head of the company’s cloud division.

Max Gomez, Longtime TV Medical Reporter, Dies at 72

Known as Dr. Max (he was not a medical doctor. but had a Ph.D. in neuroscience), he reported on health and science with an easygoing gravitas.

Shloka Hospital by BrandCare Health

Advertising Agency: BrandCare Health, Mumbai, India
CCO/CEO: Rashmi Thosar
ECD: Lyndon Louis
Creative Director: Yatin Vaidya
Account Management/Strategy: Pankti Shukla, Komal Kavaiya
Client company: Shloka Super-specialty Hospital
Client name: Nagesh Maurya

Need more efficient Meta ads this Black Friday Cyber Monday? Here’s what you can do

Your brand’s first-party data is a goldmine for unlocking efficiency from Meta ads, but too few marketers are able to access it. Here’s how Klaviyo changes that.

Watch the newest commercials from Google, Lowe’s, Campbell’s and more

Google shows how its Google Lens visual-search tool can identify specific fashion items worn by celebrities.

 

After Winning Verizon Business, Ogilvy Snags Telecom’s Consumer Account

Verizon has named Ogilvy creative agency of record for its consumer business. The move follows Verizon’s December 2022 decision to award Ogilvy AOR duties for its Verizon Business unit. Ogilvy had begun working on consumer projects including Verizon’s new consumer brand platform “It’s Your Verizon” and the recently launched NFL Sunday Ticket campaign. Diego Scotti,…