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How Connected TV Is Changing the Game for Advertising

by Larisa Bedgood, 16 hours ago

An increasing number of consumers are ditching their cable subscriptions in favor of more flexible and personalized viewing experiences. As of the most recent statistics, an incredible 88 percent of U.S. households own at least one internet-connected TV device, while the number of CTV users amounted to more than 110 million among gen Z and millennials.

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Women's Sports Sponsorships Are Here to Stay

by Nicole McCormack, 16 hours ago

With interest in women's professional sports hitting a high water mark in 2023, marketers can expect an increased focus on women and girls across major sporting events in 2024, including the NCAA Finals, National Girls & Women in Sport Day, and arguably the most prestigious sporting event of the year: the 2024 Olympic Games.

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The 4 Biggest Postal Developments Around the World

by Washington Direct Mail, 16 hours ago

Physical mail is still a huge factor in everyday life, with data from the Royal Mail finding that in 2022, more than 7.9 billion letters and 1.5 billion parcels were sent and received throughout the financial year. With the amount that we send and receive, the way that mail is both processed and delivered has changed and evolved to meet the needs of the industry.

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Made for Advertising Websites

2 weeks ago

How can marketers approach their ads appearing on Made for Advertising (MFA) sites?

Marketing to Men

3 weeks ago

How are brands successfully connection with male consumers?

Case Studies

Results of ANA Award-winning marketing campaigns.

Ajinomoto Invites Gwyneth Paltrow to Dinner to Dispel MSG Myths

2 weeks ago

Ajinomoto wanted to change the misinformed perception of monosodium glutamate (MSG) within the “clean eating” community. To do that, the brand needed to get the world’s most influential clean eater on board: Gwyneth Paltrow. The only problem? She didn’t answer the brand’s calls. So, Ajinomoto made her the face of its campaign — without actually hiring her.

An Amazon Series Marketed to the Autistic Community

2 weeks ago

Amazon undertook to attract the autistic community to dramedy series featuring themes and experiences they would be familiar with.

Banner Health Connects with the Advanced Age Audience Through a Humorous Digital Video Series

2 weeks ago

Banner Health created a humorous video series to illustrate its understanding of the unique needs of patients 55 and older.

CMO Content

Insights driven by the ANA's Global CMO Growth Council.

2023 ANA Global CMO Growth Summit Recap

1 week ago

The ANA Global CMO Growth Summit provided opportunities for CMO delegates to incorporate best practices into their individual company’s growth strategies and, importantly, to gain consensus on leadership initiatives that will strengthen the marketing ecosystem.

The ANA Global CMO Growth Council Generative AI Pulse Check

1 week ago

Generative AI has captured outsized attention from investors and enterprise leaders. To help CMOs ensure their GenAI investments produce measurable gains, the ANA Global CMO Growth Council surveyed its delegates to understand how they are approaching GenAI.

The ANA Global CMO Growth Council Position on Generative AI — Draft October 2023

1 week ago

The CMOs of the ANA Global CMO Growth Council community have steered the development of a common set of principles and guidance to help ensure that AI-based initiatives create value without harmful unintended consequences. The initial draft is available now for review and comment.

Event Recaps

Summaries of presentations at ANA conferences and committee meetings.

The Power of Personalization and AI

2 days ago

In this session, Aki shared the 2023 Aki Receptivity Study results on personalization, consumer response, GenAI, and the power of using these technologies in digital and social to drive brand + demand for marketers.

Advice for Maintaining Data Privacy Compliance from Legal Experts

1 week ago

The 2023 ANA Masters of Advertising Law Conference convened a panel of legal experts who shared numerous recommendations for maintaining compliance with the proliferation of regulations on consumer data privacy being issued by states.

Guidance for Navigating Issues in IP Law: Hair and Makeup, Tattoos, and Fashion

1 week ago

During a session at the ANA’s 2023 Masters of Advertising Law Conference, attendees heard tips on negotiating issues in intellectual property delivered by Brian Murphy, partner at Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz PC.

Industry Insights

Blog posts written by ANA staff and outside contributors.

The 4 Biggest Postal Developments Around the World

by Washington Direct Mail, 16 hours ago

Physical mail is still a huge factor in everyday life, with data from the Royal Mail finding that in 2022, more than 7.9 billion letters and 1.5 billion parcels were sent and received throughout the financial year. With the amount that we send and receive, the way that mail is both processed and delivered has changed and evolved to meet the needs of the industry.

Knowledge Partners

Third-party content submitted by agencies and brands.

A Playbook for Change: How Think with Google Is Working to Scale Sustainability

1 day ago

Partnering with Drawdown Labs, Think with Google designed a framework for building a culture of sustainability and reducing carbon across daily marketing operations, culminating in a sustainability marketing playbook meant to share best practices and accelerate change across the industry.

ESG Brand Perception Index Q&A with Linda Bethea, Head of Marketing, Danone

by Liz Kneebone, 1 day ago

The ANA’s Liz Kneebone sat down with Linda Bethea, Head of Marketing for Danone, to discuss the brand’s activity in the DEI and Sustainability spaces.

The ANA/Swayable ESG Brand Perception Index: Q3 Report on Top Brands Navigating ESG Dynamics

by Jason Toups, Scott Fedonchik, 1 day ago

The ANA/Swayable ESG Brand Perception Index offers insights into public opinions on US brands' impact on environment and society, tracking over 400 brands in various sectors.

Money Slides

The best standalone PowerPoint slides from presentations at ANA events.

Consumers' Concerns About AI, by the Numbers

1 week ago

Media agency Carat shares Dentsu data on which concerns about AI most worry consumers and which applications for the new technology they most support.

The Projected Growth of the 50-Plus Economy in the U.S.

1 week ago

The AARP charts the expected growth of the 50-year-old-and-over population in the U.S., along with the expected growth in this demographic’s spending power.

Brands and Media Falling out of Step with U.S. Hispanics

1 week ago

Nielsen charts the recent decline in Hispanics’ belief that TV, brands, and politicians share their values.

Playbooks & Tools

How-to resources, including templates, guides, tips, and more.

Generative AI for Content Marketing Checklist

1 week ago

Use this checklist to help you leverage generative AI for content marketing at your company.

Brand Purpose Checklist

2 months ago

Use this checklist to help you implement a purpose-led initiative at your company.

Implementing a Purpose-Led Culture Cheat Sheet

2 months ago

Use this cheat sheet to learn about best practices for implementing a purpose-led culture at your organization.

Research Studies

Proprietary current practices and attitudes of marketers.

Diversity Disconnect: Charting More Inclusive Pathways for Growth — the Black Talent Perspective

2 weeks ago

The AEF Conducted research among its key stakeholders around the challenges brands face cultivating and elevating black talent.

Influencer Pay Equity Guide

2 weeks ago

Industry leaders created this guide to address transparency within the influencer marketing supply chain and the reported pay gap between white and BIPOC influencers. It offers a roadmap for marketers committed to equitable compensation and greater transparency in the $34 billion influencer industry.

ANA AI Glossary

1 month ago

ANA’s ASK Research Service compiled a comprehensive glossary of terms and definitions relating to artificial intelligence.

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