‘Continental’ Hotel Manager Is Focus Of ‘John Wick’ Peacock Prequel

NBCU’s Peacock is seeking to capitalize on the “John Wick” phenomenon with a prequel series from the “John Wick” universe.

Brave Commerce Podcast: The Art of Alcohol Marketing

In this episode of Brave Commerce, Pierre-Yves Calloc’h, chief digital officer at Pernod Ricard, joins hosts Rachel Tipograph and Sarah Hofstetter to discuss the evolving landscape of the alcohol industry, shifts in consumer behavior and the impact of digital transformation. Talking about the dynamic nature of marketing within the alcohol industry, Calloc’h highlights the expansion…

How This Minority-Owned Publisher With Cable Roots Is Wooing Advertisers

LATV started as an LA-based cable network for music and culture in 2007. But to effectively reach its audience of younger, bicultural American Latinx people – and generate advertiser demand –

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Retailers are turning to addressable TV to reach consumers ahead of a bumpy shopping season

Dianne Cairoli, retail lead, client vertical sales, DISH Media

Retailers are looking to make ad dollars go further, faster. Economic uncertainty and the revival of student loan repayments and inflation have pushed consumers to reassess their discretionary spending. Deutsche Bank predicts that resumed student loan payments could reduce consumer spending by up to $14 billion monthly. Meanwhile, Deloitte anticipates a 10% decrease in back-to-school shopping. In response, retailers are reallocating budgets to make every ad dollar count.

The silver lining is that economic uncertainty presents a golden opportunity for brands looking to win over new customers and deepen their connection with loyalists. By leveraging audience-focused strategies, retail brands can enhance performance in a more competitive retail landscape. 

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Orangetheory Fitness Makes Mother in LA Its Lead Creative Agency 

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Private Marketplace Deals, Billed as More Premium, Have Nearly as Much Made-For-Advertising Inventory

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Judge Rules GenAI Content Does Not Have Copyright Protection

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