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  • A view of the art installation "The Messengers" by Kumkum Fernando during the 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 22, 2023 in Indio, California.
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    Opinion

    How marketers can score Gen Z loyalty during festival season

    Music fests like Coachella provide an opportunity for brands to reach Gen Z both on and off the festival grounds, says Movers+Shakers’ AJ Pulvirenti.

    By AJ Pulvirenti • April 12, 2024
  • Applebee's and Team Whistle collaborate on an episode of "Undercover Athlete"
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    Applebee’s taps NFL star as undercover server to promote new burger

    To promote the menu item, the chain partnered with Team Whistle on an episode of “Undercover Athlete” that features wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk.

    By April 11, 2024
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Marketing Dive

    A look at how areas of growing investment, including retail media networks and the creator economy, could be impacted by the death of the cookie and generative AI.

    By Marketing Dive staff
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    Choice Hotels targets millennial and Gen Z travelers with first TikTok marketing campaign

    The campaign, featuring influencer Jimmy Darts, aims to expand brand awareness for Choice’s Comfort and Cambria properties.

    By Noelle Mateer • April 11, 2024
  • Miracle-Gro and Martha Stewart partner to simplify gardening.
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    Miracle-Gro shares Martha Stewart’s gardening secrets in new campaign

    “Gro Like Martha” intends to shift the perception of gardening as complex and will span video, paid social, linear, CTV, in-app integrations and more. 

    By April 8, 2024
  • Corona and Tripadvisor's logo in front of planks of wood.
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    Corona, Tripadvisor team for beer-fueled digital travel hub

    The Corona Global Hub offers Corona-curated itineraries, traveler insights and discounts, and also includes regional partnerships with travel influencers.

    By April 8, 2024
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    Snap expands perks for ‘leaned in’ agency partners with new program

    VaynerMedia, Horizon Media and Gale were among the shops that piloted the features, while Snap is seeking large global agencies to sign on.

    By April 8, 2024
  • Kraft's “It's not art. It's Kraft.” creative platform tied to the launch of master brand Kraft Sauces.
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    Kraft cooks up brand refresh, creative platform for unified sauce line

    Handled by Wieden+Kennedy, the creative platform debuts on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube with content poking fun at “serious chef culture.”

    By April 3, 2024
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    Sociable: TikTok launches new ad campaign to oppose sell-off bill

    The ByteDance-owned platform continues to leverage its reach in an attempt to alleviate concerns regarding its influence. 

    By Andrew Hutchinson • March 31, 2024
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    How MoonPie, SunChips are taking advantage of solar eclipse mania

    Astronaut partnerships and a WWE-style match pitting celestial bodies against each other stoke anticipation for the rare astronomical event.

    By March 29, 2024
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    Snap teams with IAS for AI-driven brand safety solution

    The solution will offer advertisers transparency into the percentage of suitable content their ads appear against and will arrive in the coming months.

    By Aaron Baar • March 28, 2024
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    Inside Levi’s first campaign from new creative AOR TBWA\Chiat\Day

    CMO Kenny Mitchell explains how “The Floor Is Yours” will “pass the pen” to consumers via a global casting call for a role in a music video.

    By March 25, 2024
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    Chips Ahoy boosts new recipe with Keke Palmer and Malibu ‘re-treat’

    The brand’s most extensive reformulation in nearly a decade for its blue bag cookie will be promoted with a celebrity campaign and updated packaging.

    By March 21, 2024
  • Individuals hold signs in support of TikTok outside the U.S. Capitol Building on March 13, 2024 in Washington, DC.
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    Deep Dive

    Why the latest TikTok ban attempt is different — and what it means for marketers

    A ban could benefit Meta, weakening competition and options for advertisers, while a potential suitor will need to be well-versed in data management.

    By March 21, 2024
  • A generative AI asset made by creator agency Billion Dollar Boy's in-house design team.
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    Marketers bullish on generative AI’s potential to boost the creator economy

    Three quarters of marketers plan to increase their investment in generative AI creator content this year, according to a report from Billion Dollar Boy. 

    By Aaron Baar • March 21, 2024
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    Miller Lite’s ‘Great Taste, Less Filling’ debate returns with nostalgic push

    Leo Burnett spearheaded creative that features a number of famed athletes coming out of retirement to debate Miller Lite’s best qualities.

    By March 21, 2024
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    Tropicana’s new ads tout impact on brunch, mimosas and fridge chugging

    “The Juice That Starts It All” nods to the brand’s over 70-year history while attempting to sway younger audiences via social media placements.

    By March 19, 2024
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    How Bubly aims to shake up sparkling water with new Burst brand extension

    Burst caters to consumers who view sparkling water marketing as staid and products as too much of a flavor trade-off from sweeter sodas.

    By March 19, 2024
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    Sponsored by Firework

    Embracing the era of video-first marketing: 5 undeniable consumer stats

    Does your marketing strategy match your audiences’ expectations? 

    March 18, 2024
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    Column

    Campaign Trail: Manscaped envisions ‘the boys’ as mini-mes in branding push

    The male grooming brand known for raunchy innuendo leans on Pereira O’Dell and a striking visual metaphor as it reaches beyond performance marketing.

    By March 15, 2024
  • Multiracial friends with face masks using tracking app with mobile smart phones.
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    Google loses in local search to Instagram, TikTok among Gen Z

    Though Google remains popular for local search among older generations, Instagram (67%) and TikTok (62%) are preferred among Gen Z, SOCi found.

    By Aaron Baar • March 14, 2024
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    Garnier launches new line with biggest investment in over 10 years

    Top TikToker Charli D’Amelio stars in a campaign that features a Sphere takeover and content series detailing the benefits of a new hair filler lineup.

    By March 14, 2024
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    Heinz serves up gravy ‘hot takes’ to boost condiment beyond the holidays

    Part of the “It Has to be Heinz” platform, the campaign features creator content and a “Gravy Hot Takes” series on TikTok and Instagram.

    By March 12, 2024
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    Sociable: Meta announces range of updates to Advantage+ and shopping ads

    Meta revealed new functionality for its automated ad tools, including a new service that could help retail media networks with campaign measurement.

    By Andrew Hutchinson • March 12, 2024
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    GNC fuels everyday workout routines for March Madness tie-up

    Snackable social segments spanning TikTok, Instagram and Facebook Reels, Snapchat and YouTube Shorts help promote Team Whistle content.

    By March 12, 2024
  • Imagery supporting "Respect the Handmade," the first campaign from Michaels for its MakerPlace by Michaels shop.
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    Michaels promotes online MakerPlace with ‘Respect the Handmade’

    The multichannel campaign supporting the retailer’s handmade-focused online marketplace could help it stay competitive against competitors like Etsy. 

    By March 8, 2024