Volume 75 | March-April 2024
Executive Summary The agency world has consolidated its talent to streamline operations and simplify how clients interact or leverage integrated offerings. WPP is a prime example: Last year, WPP merged its creative agencies Wunderman Thompson and VMLY&R to form VML. Then WPP merged two of its largest communication agencies, Hill & Knowlton and BCW, to […]
Volume 74 | January-February 2024
Executive Summary January and February are often characterized by technological innovation as CES is followed by advertising brilliance during the Super Bowl. There is no better way to start 2024 than being inspired by these two epic events, which are stunning illustrations of where the advertising industry is heading. “The beginning of a beautiful relationship […]
2023 Agency Reviews and Roster Changes Guide
NEW version now available, organized by industry! Eager to dive into the noteworthy reviews and roster changes of 2023? Let us streamline the process for you, we’ve compiled the list of changes that were featured in 2023’s monthly Industry Updates. Our Agency Reviews and Roster Changes guide ensures a straightforward and effortless exploration, offering insights […]
Volume 73 | October-November 2023
Executive Summary If you are looking for a sign, this might be it. Artificial intelligence is not only changing how we do marketing; it’s changing the agency landscape and the offerings brands rely on. AI is disrupting the agency model in significant ways, and not just because of task automation or productivity gains. Agencies are […]
Volume 72 September 2023
Executive Summary “I’m a Barbie girl, in the Barbie world…” Welcome to Barbie Land! Greta Gerwig’s movie about the Mattel icon has been as much of a success in theaters as it has been in co-brand marketing. That was the topic of many conversations in our industry after such a brilliant launch. The blockbuster finished […]
Volume 71 July 2023
Executive Summary Bonjour, mes amis! The world of advertising converged on the French Riviera once again at the International Festival of Creativity near, and sometimes on, the beach of Cannes, enjoying post-COVID and celebrating la crème de la crème in advertising. The sight of old pal and global CMO Ryan Linder play a Stagwell Global-sponsored […]
Volume 70 June 2023
Executive Summary Busy. The advertising industry has been very busy redefining its value as a force of growth and responsible change. New agencies and offerings are emerging daily, many are restructuring, reorganizing to adapt to new capabilities fueled by MarTech and AI, two still burning topics for advertisers and agencies alike. These trends are impacting […]
Volume 69 March 2023
Executive Summary The use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is exploding. Will generative AI change the advertising world as we know it? Probably. Most brands are looking to boost their marketing via AI tools and resources. Agencies are embracing it at light speed. The technology is having (or has the potential to have) a significant […]
Volume 68 February 2023
Executive Summary 2022 was tumultuous and challenging at all levels after a series of worldwide tragedies—from the pandemic to weather disasters to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and the resulting inflation and high energy prices, the advertising and marketing world had plenty on its plate to address consumer concerns and keep business healthy. This is a […]
Volume 67 December 2022
Executive Summary Most analysts predict high volatility in the months to come, especially in digital advertising, and it is expected to spread across the entire advertising and marketing space. Agencies and advertisers are all dealing with a great sense of uncertainty right now. Macroeconomic concerns have been an ongoing topic of conversation, with unknown consequences […]
Volume 65 August 2022
Executive Summary – Monthly Recap The iconic Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity is now behind us, along with a warm summer in the French Riviera. The festival left us with memorable insights about the state of our industry, as we attended in person for the first time since 2019, but with less participation. The […]
Volume 64 June 2022
Executive Summary – Monthly Recap As we get bombarded with news and data, it may be time for a little perspective so we can tease the events that truly matter. I noticed a few interesting trends in the past few weeks. First, the concept of “responsible advertising” is now a reality for advertisers and agencies […]
