What Sets Latinx Influencers Apart From the Rest of The Creator Economy

The Latinx population is one of the fastest-growing U.S. demographics, making up nearly 19% of the U.S. population. It is the youngest major racial and ethnic group in the U.S. By 2025, the Latinx community will account for 12% of all U.S. buying power. They are also digitally connected. A Nielsen study found that 60%…

Size, Fit, Quality: What Women Over 40 Want From Brands

“Ladies, never let anyone tell you you are past your prime,” Michelle Yeoh told the world as she accepted her Oscar, making history as only the second woman of color to win Best Actress in a Leading Role in 87 years and the first Asian woman to win the category in that same time span….

Building a Generative AI System You Can Trust

Working with artificial intelligence can be polarizing. The future possibilities of generative AI create a sense of hope … and fear. We’ve been working with AI at our creative agency Omelet for a few years now. In early 2020, we started using AI to help automate the mundane parts of the banner localization process. Earlier…

When It Comes to Ad Copy, Sustainability Is Not Green, It’s Gray

Earlier this month, Apple launched its eco-themed campaign, “Mother Nature.” While the initial hype, ranging from fanboying to scrutinizing, has subsided, the implications of the campaign on how sustainability is marketed in the future are just beginning. In what can be deemed a critical moment for corporate sustainability, prominent early initiatives can shape norms and…

Relying On Spanish Alone Does Not Ensure Your Brand Is Making an Impact

Editor’s note: In this article, Adweek deviated from its style of using Latinx due to the writer’s preference. Latine is a gender-neutral form of Latino. Our beloved Spanish language has been used as the be-all-end-all of Hispanic marketing for too long. It’s been used almost exclusively in many cases to justify the marketing spend–a quick…

To Engage Gen Z Latinos, Brands Should Lean Into Music, Spanglish and Tiktok

Editor’s note: In this article, Adweek deviated from its style of using Latinx due to the writer’s preference. The Latino community comprises 19% of the U.S. population and exceeds 25% of Gen Z. This rapidly growing demographic is not only assimilating into America but impacting the broader culture in fascinating ways. In four of the…

Why Brand Assets Are So Important in B2B Marketing

Oracle is instantly recognizable by its bold red logo. Salesforce has Astro Nomical, its “warm and welcoming” mascot. Intel has that catchy chime. These are all examples of “brand assets,” and they’re increasingly important to B2B marketing success. At LinkedIn’s B2B Institute, we commissioned one of the biggest studies ever on B2B branding. We partnered…

Introducing Adweek X: Collaborations, Connections and Convergence

Partnerships have defined success for our community for decades. Great minds from disparate backgrounds and disciplines come together to put great work into the world that increases awareness of, engagement with and, ultimately, purchase from brands–engendering trust and loyalty in the process. Fast forward to today, and there has never been a time when partnerships–collaborations,…

What’s AI Actually Good for Right Now?

It’s been almost a year since the hype surrounding generative AI was unleashed onto unsuspecting creatives across industries. Since then, the questions we’ve needed to ask about the technology have naturally evolved: Rather than debate whether to use it or what we stand to gain, we must now ask, where is it heading? Where does…

Why Swifties Should Be More Than Just A Target Audience to Brands

Before “Traylor,” the Eras Tour showcased the economic powerhouse that is Taylor Swift. There seemed to be no recession in sight as millions went to Ticketmaster to grab their seat to see the one and only Taylor Swift. There were meltdowns, TikTok live videos of the tour and more. Now there is an upcoming concert…

The Spanglish Advantage in Advertising

Inclusivity is a pillar of marketing. And as the Latinx population in the U.S. continues to grow and evolve, brands need to understand the significance of culture and language for this key consumer group. This is essential in advertising campaigns as consumers, particularly Gen Z, often choose brands that authentically reflect their identities and align…

The Multifaceted Latine Community and What Managers Can Learn

Editor’s note: In this article, Adweek deviated from its style of using Latinx due to the writer’s preference. Latine is a gender-neutral form of Latino. In my career, I’ve worked for organizations where I was not the only Latina/e in the room. I have raised my hand to participate in projects that connect with my…

What Marketers Can Learn From the Indomitable Deion Sanders Brand Playbook

Everybody’s eyes are on Coach Prime this fall. Deion Sanders, a pro player-turned-coach Hall of Famer, has captivated football fans throughout his career with his larger-than-life talent and personality. As for career success, Sanders is the only athlete to play in both a Super Bowl and a World Series. In the last year, he left…

Resetting the Client-Agency Relationship to Benefit Future Leaders

In an era of increasing reliance on data, automation and ultimately, AI, it is people that remain, and will remain, the driving force behind any successful business. That said, the media and advertising industry is facing a recruitment crisis of its own. Acute talent and retention issues are commonplace in parts of our industry, underpinned…

Resetting the Client-Agency Relationship to Benefit Future Leaders

In an era of increasing reliance on data, automation and ultimately, AI, it is people that remain, and will remain, the driving force behind any successful business. That said, the media and advertising industry is facing a recruitment crisis of its own. Acute talent and retention issues are commonplace in parts of our industry, underpinned…

Failure to Launch: Delta Delivered Bad News And Did It Poorly

As any journalist would, I should make my conflict of interest clear before you read on: I’m an absolute Delta Air Lines fanboy. I’m a Delta Million Miler and Diamond for about seven years running. When Delta is in the headlines, my community comes to me for comment. Last week was no different when Delta…

More Than a Taqueria: Tacombi Is Servicing Its Community

In the fast-paced, competitive food and beverage world, brands seldom masterfully blend business acumen with a genuine dedication to serving the community. Success is often attributed to innovative menus, exceptional customer service or celebrity-endorsed marketing. We traditionally assume the content is king and put the community impact behind the bottom line. But while most are…

GenAI Will Permanently Change the Stock Imagery Landscape

“Man and woman stand at a crossroad.” So reads the description for a photo on Getty Images, a go-to provider for stock imagery. With Shutterstock, they own or license hundreds of millions of photos and illustrations, sourced from millions of contributors, to agencies and their clients for use in ads, presentations and other materials. If…

How to Make In-Housing Work for Your Company

We are past the point that in-housing can be considered a trend. Today, in-house agencies are the norm, with most brands having brought core advertising functions within their walls as they look to increase agility, improve cost efficiency and gain greater control over their data. In a recent report by the Incorporated Society of British…

Ask Yourself These Questions for a More Successful Rebrand

The potential for any rebrand to become a time and money pit, rife with complexities and unknowns, can make for a daunting exercise. Organizations spend serious time and money developing the right brand strategy, creative expression and experience design–but few spend just as much time and attention developing a thorough and thoughtful strategy for brand…