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The Olympic Games in the Age of UGC: A New Era of Global Engagement and Celebrity

Historically, Olympic coverage was a one-way communication channel dominated by networks like NBC or the BBC, which dictated what audiences saw. While this approach was practical, it also created a distance between athletes and fans. The introduction of UGC, however, has bridged this gap.

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How marketers should navigate a potential TikTok ban

With over 150 million users in the country, a potential ban of TikTok in the U.S. has raised significant concern among users and the creative industry.

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What’s In a Name: The Imperative of Strategic Hospitality Branding for a New Era of Travel

In today's hospitality landscape, where consumers are presented with an ever-expanding number of choices, the power of a strong brand cannot be understated. Branding is more than just logos and slogans; it's a comprehensive strategy that defines and communicates the essence of a hotel's values, promises, and experiences to potential guests.

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Beyond the Headlines: How DMOs Can Best Navigate a World of Tourism Uncertainty Amidst Constant Change & Global Conflict

The impact of increased travel advisories cannot be overstated. They directly influence consumer behavior and shape perceptions of destinations. For DMOs, the task is doubly challenging. They find themselves in a delicate balancing act - promoting the allure of their destinations while assuring potential visitors of their safety.

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Why marketers should prioritize a “travel for all” approach

As both brands and agencies continue to look at the best ways to reach travelers in a post-COVID era, it brings into focus an often-overlooked group that deserves our long overdue time and attention: travelers with disabilities.

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Shortening the path to purchase

At its core, shoppable media revolutionizes the way consumers interact with content. Gone are the days of the traditional marketing funnel; now, every image, video, or article has the potential to become a point of sale. Shoppable media bridges the gap between discovery and purchase.

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From Hospitality to Healthcare: A New Frontier for Patient Wellness

Today’s healthcare landscape continues to undergo an interesting shift, with the principles of hospitality being integrated to redefine patient care. This transformation, fueled by declining satisfaction rates, recognizes that healing is profoundly influenced by clinical outcomes, a patient’s environment, and the quality of personal interactions.

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Bringing humility back to the forefront

Over the years, we have often been asked to define what makes a great fit for an employee joining our organizational culture. Or even more broadly, what characteristics are necessary to make someone successful in an agency environment.

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Understanding the Impact – and Reality – of AI on Marketers

We are seeing articles and predictions about it everywhere but what does it actually mean for marketers?

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Truthshine

Learning about the ugly truth of racial injustice in our own community and the power of telling those stories.

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We Are All Makers

The key to a stronger client agency relationship? Let go. We know—seems odd. Allow SPARK Founder Michael Peters to explain.

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We’re Now in the Industry of Empathy

Why listening to your peers and audience is more important than telling them who you are.

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