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In an industry this fluid with new trends and ideas, it can seem impossible to imagine what the next year will look like, let alone plan for it. While it’s difficult to make predictions, you can count on the old cliché that the only constant is change. Moving forward with whatever you did last year…
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Just because a company is not-for-profit doesn’t mean they aren’t in the marketing business as well. Marketing is an essential function of any organization, whether they’re for-profit or not. But in an industry that relies heavily on striking an emotional cord in the masses, it’s even more important for nonprofits to develop a “business model.”…
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If you are familiar with ABC Creative Group, then you probably know about our 24hr. Brand Bash. It’s our little way of giving back to our community in a creative way. For years I wrote checks for fundraisers, golf tournaments, dinners, program ads, you name it. Just to be clear, I have no problem helping…
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The latest buzz word in marketing is “influencer.” It may seem that anyone with two thumbs, a semi-artistic eye for photography and a smartphone can be in influencer, but it’s actually a multi-million-dollar industry – one marketers need to pay attention to. Gone are the days of the Paris Hilton “it girl” types. Now, anyone…
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One of destination marketing’s most valuable assets often goes underutilized by brands that fail to stay up to date on the latest trends. The best part of this one, it’s easy on the budget. For decades, destinations have invested plenty to lure in journalists and other influencers with promises of accommodations and five-star experiences, all…
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