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Exploring Opportunities for Growth at LendIt Fintech
I’m thrilled to board a plane next week to visit with clients and peers in the Fintech space at the LendIt conference in New York City from May 25–27. Even with the significant financial challenges impacting the world at present, there’s a tremendous amount of opportunity available in this sector, provided brands have the right fintech marketing strategy in place.
The Secret to Marketing Success is No Secret…it’s Building Strong Relationships
I have been a Marketer for more than 20 years. I have worked in retail, non-profit, and the entertainment industry, and spent the last 15 years working with some of the biggest brands within agencies. Regardless of the company or the industry vertical, I have learned the most critical element for success is a strong […]
Partnering Direct Mail with Companion Channels is the Catalyst for Increased Response
The Association of National Advertisers (ANA) has released its long awaited 2021 Response Rate Report (membership required) that once again reinforces direct mail ROI as the highest of all channels they studied. Leveraging a multi-format offering across multiple production platforms, direct mail ROI topped the list at 112% ―a stronger return than from any other channel!
Why Brands Shouldn’t Ignore Social Media for Customer Service
Several months ago, after a heavy rainfall, 11 units and four hallways at my condo flooded from a fallen hallway pipe. The building management held a meeting about the flooding. They revealed that the building’s insurance was not going to pay for the water damage. People stood up from their chairs. Yelling ensued. Everyone wanted […]
2021 Holiday Shopping Recap: Season was Strong Despite Supply Chain Concerns
If you read my blog posts, you know that I love shopping. The holiday season, November 1 to December 24, is my favorite time of year for shopping…the decorations, the music, and the sales. The 2020 holiday shopping season was disrupted due to COVID-19 restrictions and in-person shopping included social distancing, a facemask, and hand sanitizer. What would disrupt the 2021 holiday shopping season?
Three Trends to Drive Marketing Performance in 2022
It’s that time of the year again! All of the so-called ‘marketing experts’ release their lists of the ‘hot 2022 marketing trends that will define your success’ that marketers must pay attention to or else they will fail miserably. Of course, as loyal readers of my blog, you’ll recall my “Ode to Trends” […]
How Our Expanding Tech Stack Powers Omnichannel Marketing Programs
In today’s multichannel, multi-touch marketing environment, having the right “tech stack” is essential for reaching the right individuals with the right offer at the right time. However, it can get overwhelming thinking about all these systems and how all that data needs to be harnessed, protected, and utilized. As a marketer, you shouldn’t need a […]
When the Cookie Crumbles, Direct Mail Data Matters More
By now you have more than likely seen headlines declaring in one form or another the death of the third-party cookie. You may also have questions about what this means to your marketing programs and what adjustments you’ll need to make. What marketers should know is that while this one door of available data is […]
Put Customers First is the Common Thread at the ANA Masters of Data and Technology Conference
This past week, many members of our team were able to attend the 2021 ANA Masters of Data and Technology Conference. The online sessions were jam-packed with marketing and strategy executives from a wide variety of big-name brands. There was a lot of material to cover, and a lot of great takeaways.
Marrying Direct Mail and Social Media for an Authentic Brand Experience
We’re always on the lookout for bold and innovative ways to improve our clients’ performance marketing efforts and provide a more authentic brand experience. For many clients, an effective technique to accomplish this is to marry direct mail and social media efforts to create multiple, cohesive touchpoints that connect with specific individuals throughout their day […]
