For over 50 years people have used April 22 to celebrate Earth Day and demonstrate support for environmental protection. More than ever people are starkly aware of the dangers of climate change and the extreme measures that need to be taken in order to maintain our way of life. Click
The vehicle was designed with the company’s new e-4ORCE electric motor and is approximately the size of a large shoebox with a wooden tray built on top. Click here to read the story at yahoo.com. Discussion Questions: What is innovation? How might this news story demonstrate the concept of innovation?
It’s understandable why the mayor’s office and tourism gurus sought to refresh Chicago’s global image with a new marketing campaign and tagline released a week ago. Click here to read the story at chicago.suntimes.com. Discussion Questions: What is tourism? How do cities benefit from tourism? Why is tourism important to
NintenKFC takes a do anything for attention approach to marketing. That has led to a lot of weird products — think fried chicken-scented lip balm and a giant Crispy Chicken Sandwich pillow — as well as a lot of unique food items. Click here to read the story at thestreet.com.
Coke’s new flavor is out of this world. At least, that’s the idea behind Coca-Cola Starlight, a new limited-edition version of the classic soda that comes in regular and zero sugar. Click here to read the story at cbs46.com. Discussion Questions: What is product development? Why do companies like Coca-Cola
Logan International Airport‘s largest carrier ranked last in the publication’s Airline Scorecard, an annual ranking of nine major U.S. airlines. Delta Air Lines was the best airline in 2021, according to the report. JetBlue, which ranked seventh last year, knocked American Airlines out of the bottom spot. Click here to read the
Not sure what to get at McDonald’s? Just combine a Big Mac, a McChicken and a Filet-o-Fish into a single, giant sandwich. Click here to read the story at nypost.com. Discussion Questions: What is brand loyalty? Why is brand loyalty important to a business like McDonald’s? What is a “fan-inspired
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
During CES 2022, Samsung is extending sustainability measures pioneered in its mobile and audio divisions to its appliances and TVs to make its products even more eco-friendly. Click here to read the story at cnet.com. Discussion Questions: What is sustainability? What is an eco-friendly product? Why is sustainability important to some brands? Do you think
Skittles and Simmons Bedding Company have formed an unlikely alliance, revealing a “Simmons Sweet Sleep Bed” that combines a candy-dispensing unit with a murphy bed. Click here to read the story at hypebeast.com. Discussion Questions: What is publicity? What is a “stunt” as it relates to marketing? How do marketing stunts
