All MKC Content
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The Future-Ready Agency: How to Achieve Long-Term Success
Industry Insights April 15, 2024According to a 2024 Setup survey, over 50 percent of brands are likely to change their primary agency this year — a 17 percent increase from 2023. This statistic underscores the growing complexity and competitiveness of the agency landscape. To thrive in this environment, agencies can no longer rely solely on project execution or longstanding relationships — they must challenge conventions, offer strategic insights, and demonstrate their value by delivering tangible business outcomes. But how can you do this?
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Marketing News Quiz for April 13, 2024
Marketing News Quiz April 13, 2024In this week's marketing news quiz: McDonald's billboards in the Netherlands have an air of mystery, advertising innovation from FedEx, a new AI tool from WPP VML, and more.
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Key Tips for Marketing Talent
Industry Insights April 12, 2024Robert Half expert Amy Mangan shared key recommendations for navigating the job market. Whether you are seasoned talent or new to the workforce, it can be challenging to steer through the ever-changing ad industry.
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The Power of Professionally Branded Emails
Knowledge Partners April 12, 2024This report from Exclaimer examined some of the channels marketers are relying on most under tightening budgets to determine which had the greatest opportunity for both maximum engagement and ROI.
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2023 LGBTQ+ Marketing Inclusion Report
Event Recaps April 11, 2024In 2023, the ANA released an updated edition of the LGBTQ+ Marketing Inclusion Report. Greg Wright, senior vice president at the ANA and the report’s author, reviewed his major findings and invited committee attendees to share their perspectives on the results.
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Connecting the Chief Sustainability Officer with the Chief Marketing Officer
Industry Insights April 11, 2024As sustainability efforts of companies continue to grow, many chief sustainability officers are turning their attention beyond their immediate issues to look at their footprint in marketing and advertising. It can only be beneficial to connect efforts in our industry with those experts, especially in the definition of emissions when it comes to marketing and advertising. We spoke to Bill Wescott, managing partner at Brain Oxygen LLC about this.
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Decoding Compensation Models and Implementing the Right Model
Research Reports April 11, 2024This executive-level guide is a joint initiative from the ANA and the 4A’s that outlines commonly used compensation models and provides foundational knowledge, definitions, best practices, and analysis of the pros and cons for each model.
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Developing a Data Quality Framework for Gen AI
Industry Insights April 11, 2024Ever since the industry moved away from the commission-based compensation model that was in place through the 1980s, there has been interest in a range of different remuneration solutions.
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General Motors: OnStar's "Love Proudly" Campaign
Event Recaps April 11, 2024Within the current political climate, OnStar saw an opportunity to show its members their dedication to being purposeful allies to the LGBTQ+ community. OnStar’s Armand Jordan walked through the award-winning "Love Proudly" campaign, which focused on belonging, safety, and acceptance.
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McCann: The Impact of ERG Programs on the LGBTQ+ Community
Event Recaps April 11, 2024This session explored the significant role Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) play in fostering inclusivity and support for LGBTQ+ employees within the workplace.
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Handicapping the ANA’s Marketing Capabilities Framework
Champions of Growth Podcast April 10, 2024Greg Boosin, EVP of global B2B and product marketing at Mastercard, joins host Matthew Schwartz to break down the ANA’s 2023 Marketing Capabilities Framework.
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A Panel Discussion on Combating Inherent Biases in AI
Event Recaps April 10, 2024See Her’s mission has been to accurately portray women and girls in marketing, media, entertainment, and more. Christine Guilfoyle, President of SeeHer, presented the empowering uses of AI for all women and girls.
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ANA Collection of Summary Reports on Artificial Intelligence
Research Reports April 10, 2024The ANA presents a collection of 18 AI research reports that most closely align with the interests of marketers, summarized with key takeaways.
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Beyond the Buzz: Unmasking the Real Impact of AI on Client-Agency Relationships
Event Recaps April 10, 2024This illuminating fireside chat featured Josh Campo, CEO of Razorfish, and Marla Kaplowitz, CEO of the 4A's, who explored how AI is transforming the client-agency relationship, the new skill sets and expectations for both agencies and brands, AI as a collaboration catalyst, and more.
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Creativity at the Speed of Culture: Q&A with KraftHeinz’s Simon Au
Industry Insights April 10, 2024. Simon Au, executive creative director of The Kitchen North America, has built a team of award-winning creative minds challenging the notion that great creative takes time to develop. Simon and his fellow “Cooks” are showing the entire industry that the secret to nimble, on-brand, and culturally minded marketing lies in-house.
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From FOMO to ROI: Getting Real About AI in Marketing
Event Recaps April 10, 2024Learn how a 118-year-old startup, known for crafting iconic brands like Pop-Tarts, Pringles, and Cheez-It, is transforming its brand-building approach and leveraging AI to ensure continued relevance in the future.
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Is Animation Marketing an Easier Sell for Brands?
B2C April 10, 2024While animation marketing enables marketers to create places, situations, and characters that transcend the real world, it also provides brands with the ability to suffuse their messaging with a kind of clarity that can often be elusive in a physical environment.
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Is the Data and Tech Revolution Detaching Marketers from Humanity?
Podcast Clips April 10, 2024Greg Boosin, EVP of global B2B and product marketing at Mastercard, has a word of caution for marketers. While data and technology can provide incredible business results, it’s critical to maintain empathy. This is especially true when thinking about issues like inclusion.
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Market Entry Remains a Challenge to Global Growth
Industry Insights April 10, 2024Navigating the complexities of global market entry represents a significant challenge for business leaders striving to expand their companies' reach and accelerate new growth. The intricacies of international markets, from cultural nuances to regulatory frameworks, often present formidable hurdles. Moreover, the demands of aligning resources and adapting products, services, messaging, and communications can feel overwhelming.
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