I, like everyone else alive, hate washing dishes in the sink. According to Procter & Gamble, washing dishes is the second most hated chore behind cleaning the toilet—and during the pandemic while we eat at home more often, we’re spending up to 25 minutes a day on the task. Click Read more…
If the thought of using a slice of bologna as a moisturizing face mask was tempting, you’re out of luck — for now.Oscar Mayer’s bologna-inspired face mask sold out less than a day after its release on Amazon. Kraft Heinz blamed the shortage on “unexpected incredibly high demand” and said in a statement Read more…
Right now, the thought of planning even one month ahead feels risky. We’ve just entered the third year of a global health crisis that has upturned nearly every aspect of life, including our professional endeavors. Still, keeping some key dates in mind is better than nothing, and why we recommend Read more…
From Kraken rum’s Halloween haunted hotel to Ford’s go faster stunt driver experience, the world of brand experiences is richer and more varied than ever before. From entertainment and gaming, to pop-ups, theme parks, edutainment and more… brands across all sectors are increasingly turning to experiences as a core pillar of their marketing activity. Read more…
Major international brands including Coca-Cola, PepsiCo and Unilever are among the 70 signatories of a joint letter calling for a UN treaty to tackle plastic pollution. Click here to read the story at thedrum.com. Discussion Questions: What is sustainability? How might this story represent an example of sustainability? Why do Read more…
Oreo is leaning on the equity of a retail brand many people likely assumed dead with a Cakesters takeover at the last remaining Blockbuster location. While the video-rental store — once the dominant player in its category — famously went bust amid the rise of streamers like Netflix, it has become Read more…
Procter & Gamble (P&G) Beauty had debuted its virtual world Beautysphere, allowing visitors to virtually interact with the brand’s beauty portfolio through live and simulated content. Click here to read the story at fashionunited.com. Discussion Questions: What is a brand? Who is P&G? Who is P&G Beauty? What is the Read more…
Does cottage cheese have yogurt envy? As of 2019, Americans consumed about 15 pounds of yogurt per capita compared to just two pounds of cottage cheese. Click here to read the story at media post.com. Discussion Questions: What is competition? What are the different types of competition? How would you Read more…
El Pollo Loco earlier this month launched its first-ever merchandise store, selling branded shirts, totes and even skateboards designed by Latino creators. Click here to read the story at restaurantbusinessonline.com. Discussion Questions: What is a brand? What is branding? Why would El Pollo Loco offer branded merchandise to its customers? Read more…
KFC (YUM) is bringing back its famous 11 Herbs & Spices Firelog for the fourth consecutive year. The viral holiday staple typically sells out in just hours. And the 2021 edition features new special packaging and an “enhanced extra crispy scent to fill your home with the aroma of KFC’s Read more…