CPG expert Al Springer joined Crew's founding partner Braden Douglas in a chat on how brands can build the right strategy to achieve success in the US. From getting on the shelves to growing your distribution, we’ve summed up 5 key takeaways for you to win. 1. Formalizing the Opportunity The US market has never … Continued
With high inflation and rising costs across the economy, how should you approach your marketing strategy? In a tightening economy, consumers won’t stop spending on housing, gas, electricity, wifi and other staples, but they will become more selective in their discretionary spending - travel, entertainment, food experiences, personal luxuries and convenience purchases. This behavior can be … Continued
At the heart of all we do is understanding what motivates our audience. What needs are waiting to be met? As marketers, it is our job to track consumer interest and demand. When we think beyond the viral baked feta and pasta recipes, we begin to understand what is pushing certain foods into the spotlight, … Continued
In this sense, a broker is someone who sells directly to the national head office, and deploys a team at the local level to help monitor in-store displays and manage growth. The cost is usually a monthly flat fee until sales reach a specific annual, then a percentage of gross sales that ranges from three … Continued
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Building Brand Value Through Consumer Loyalty and Trust Brand value is built on consumer loyalty, and loyalty is a measure of trust. The true value of a brand is created when a company builds trust. Most Trusted American Brands According to data from Morning Consult, the following 10 brands were the most trusted by Americans: … Continued
In a broader sense, despite the current economic downturn, we’re at a tipping point where all businesses know they need to look at their CSR initiatives more seriously. We want to do something. But many of us are wondering how and where – especially when resources are tight. What is Cause Marketing, and How is … Continued
What is a Pivot Strategy? A pivot is about a change in direction. It’s changing how you’re doing it, but not the why. Therefore, perhaps the best definition of a pivot strategy is to change your business strategy without changing the purpose or vision of your organization. In a more formal sense, it’s taking some fundamental aspects of … Continued
Which are you? Brand Builder? Or Product Pusher? When you ask this question to owners and marketers, they all want to say, Brand Builder. It’s the more noble option in their minds. Just like a used car salesman doesn’t like the reputation that goes with their job, marketers want to be associated with brand building … Continued