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Fathers the central figure in family brand campaigns

3 May 2012 | By Laura Snoad

An increasing number of household brands are seeking to make an emotional connection with both sexes by running TV ads that poke a bit of fun at the way modern dads behave.

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Branded experiences are the big attraction

26 April 2012 | By Michael Barnett

Big-name brands are taking control of their experiential activity by hosting their own events in an effort to create the right atmosphere and better target the audience.

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Customer journey starts in the great outdoors

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 | By David Burrows

Digital outdoor advertising is helping marketers to change the customer’s route to purchase and - in combination with social media channels - lead them on a new path.

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Why global brands must be part of local cultures

12 April 2012 | By Michael Barnett

How firms from Krispy Kreme to Weetabix are using their global brands to spark cultural change in local markets.

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Invest in search now while prices are low

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 | By Lara O'Reilly

This week saw the publication of two important pieces of news that should prompt marketers to shift more of their digital…

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Free samples still best way to win friends

27 October 2011 | By Morag Cuddeford-Jones

As more brands incorporate social media into their experiential campaigns, a study seen by Marketing Week reveals the free sample is still highly valued.

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‘Inconsistent tone of voice will damage brands’

Wed, 16 May 2012 | By Sebastian Joseph

Brands need to use the same language in all communication with customers or risk creating a disconnect.

Vauxhall

GM pulls Facebook ads

Wed, 16 May 2012 | By Russell Parsons

Vauxhall owner said to have concluded that social network has little impact on purchases.

Coca Cola

Sponsors eye 2012 legacies

Wed, 16 May 2012 | By Sebastian Joseph

Cisco, Coca-Cola and EDF Energy claim London 2012 sponsorship can deliver long-term social value.

Groupon

Groupon ad complaints continue to mount

Wed, 16 May 2012 | By Russell Parsons

Daily deals site continues to attract high number of complaints despite OFT ruling forcing a change in marketing practices.

BT

BT student ads preferred to Adam and Jane

Wed, 16 May 2012 | By Lara O'Reilly

BT plans to make its student ads a long-term marketing commitment after finding the creative achieved its highest ever cut-through rates.

Greenpeace

Greenpeace ad banned

Wed, 16 May 2012 | By Mary-Louise Clews

ASA tells eco-activists told not to use marketing that could lead to ‘illegal or anti-social behaviour’ in future.

Paddy Power

Paddy Power transgender ad banned

Wed, 16 May 2012 | By Mary-Louise Clews

The bookmaker’s ad is the latest in a long line of controversial campaigns that fall foul of ad rules.

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