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The Big Story
Running the Numbers on Omnicom-IPG
Omnicom is acquiring IPG. We unpack the proposed deal with ad agency expert Brian Wieser, founder of the constancy Madison and Wall.
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Trendwatch
Ecommerce claims growing share of Black Friday sales
Analysis shows a ‘modest’ increase in Black Friday foot traffic and store sales, while online sales surge year over year, according to new data from the NRF, Mastercard SpendingPulse and Placer.ai. On Black Friday 2024, U.S. retail sales increased 3.4% year over year, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse. Broken out by channel, however, and the disparity […]
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Branding/Marketing
Including Independent Media Voices in Media Outreach Strategy
We’ve witnessed the rising influence of a more fragmented and decentralized media ecosystem, where independent voices, from Substack newsletters to podcasters, have carved out their own powerful platforms.
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AI
Best of AdMonsters: Must-Read Ad Tech Articles of 2024
2024 has been a wild ride for ad tech, and AdMonsters has been right there on the front lines, reporting every twist, turn, and unexpected plot development. In this listicle, we’re diving into AdMonsters’ highlights—articles that shook up the conversation and provided actionable insights for anyone in the ad tech trenches.
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Data-Driven Thinking
In-Person Data Collection Annoys Customers – And It’s Ineffective
I pity the fool that gets between me and my lunch – but that’s precisely what the server behind the counter did last time I was at my favorite burger joint. As I placed my order, he asked for my phone number “to look me up in the system.” I said I’d rather just buy […]
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cookies
The Untapped Opportunity of Unaddressable Inventory
Discover how publishers can turn unaddressable inventory into a revenue goldmine. Digiseg CEO, Søren H. Dinesen, explains how public data and IP-based insights help bridge the CPM gap and maximize value in a post-cookie world.
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B-to-B Events
Guest Column: Best Practices for Measuring Employee Events
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape, internal events are often the unsung heroes of company culture, employee engagement, and business success.
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Trade Shows
2024 SEMA Expo: Exhibit Moments that Smoked the Competition
Tire-burning demos, decked-out vehicles of all kinds and, yes, an electric Ferrari were all part of the action at the 2024 SEMA Show that took place at the Las Vegas Convention Center Nov. 5–8, featuring more than 2,400 exhibitors, including 580 first-time participants, and bringing on what’s next for automotive innovation and customization. “It’s not […]
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Corporate Social Responsibility
From Greenwashing to Transparency: Disrupting ESG with Anti-PR
The rise of greenwashing has cast a shadow over genuine sustainability initiatives, leading to a crisis in corporate ESG communications.
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Programming
Ovation TV, Spectrum Celebrate 8th Year of Stand for the Arts
Ovation TV and Charter Spectrum revealed the winners of their 2024-2025 Stand for the Arts awards, recognizing local arts, cultural and educational organizations and programs.
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