Marketers who pitch incentive programs to the top brass better have their arguments in order: Nearly 18% of CEOs surveyed in 2006 feel the ROI generated by these types of activities was "far less than expected" or "less than expected", up from the 11.3% in 2005.
Marketers who pitch incentive programs to the top brass better have their arguments in order: Nearly 18% of CEOs surveyed in 2006 feel the ROI generated by these types of activities was "far less than expected" or "less than expected", up from the 11.3% in 2005.
Art Technology Group (ATG) Inc. will acquire eStara in a cash and stock transaction valued at around $48 million.
Kimberly-Clark Corp. is launching a new line of super-premium diapers with an estimated $15 million to $20 million ad, promotion and direct-mail campaign that leverages its exclusive tie-in with Walt Disney Co.
Ready. Set. Draw. Scion is urging consumers to get their creative skills in gear for a competition that lets them create a design for a Scion dealership showroom for a chance to win a cash prize and have the concept possibly brought to life at dealerships nationwide.
Electronic Arts is teaming up with Mazda to promote the automaker's latest in-game advertising venture in the Need for Speed: Carbon video game with a sweepstakes and national gaming tournament around the game.
Energizer Co. is giving the Energizer Bunny a new backbeat with "Studio AA," a promotion platform for in-pack and online music offers.
ABC is challenging Desperate Housewives fans to dish out their very best dinner recipe for a chance to land a spot for their homemade meal on a future episode of the show.
Bank of America is cashing in on its sponsorship of the inaugural Bank of America 500 NASCAR race with a promo that lets fans jockey for the chance to say four words to be broadcast round the nation—Gentlemen, Start Your Engines!
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