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For the team at Monks, one of the biggest takeaways from CES this year is that AI’s place in marketing is starting to feel more practical than hypothetical.

If you organize events with exhibitors or sponsors, whether it’s a trade show, corporate conference, or consumer festival, you already know the uncomfortable truth: success isn’t judged by a single audience. You’re accountable to three. Attendees. Sponsors. And your own organization.

Since I coined the term “Outcomes Era” in November 2024, it’s drawn both fervent support and sharp criticism. Companies like Viant, tvScientific, Permutive and Chalice have adopted it. Industry figures such as Terry Kawaja have used it to frame the ad tech moment. Others, however, argue the Outcomes Era is already fading. But the evidence […]

Feel every decibel, see every detail. Dolby Laboratories invited attendees to step into what’s next in entertainment at the Dolby Experience, which took place Jan. 5-9 at Dolby Live at Park MGM during CES 2026. From vibrant picture quality to immersive streaming, the experience showcased a wide range of content and devices powered by Dolby […]

Believe it or not, car oil change service company Valvoline is in the midst of a fascinating retail marketing transformation. Valvoline is a 160-year-old brand that’s still best known for its off-the-shelf car oil and machine lubrication products. But did you know the company doesn’t even own that business line anymore? Valvoline sold it in […]

As we look toward 2026, we can see key sell-side trends emerging: Vertical video content is boosting on-site engagement, sell-side decisioning is putting more power in publishers’ hands, and publishers are providing programmatic transparency. 

What type of leadership and attitude do we need to innovate in digital advertising and ad tech?  We work in a highly polarized industry where our methods of tackling fraud and providing transparency are shaped by conflicting and self-interested business models. And the industry leaders who loudly and publicly advocate for their interests seem to […]

Ulta Beauty CMO Kelly Mahoney discusses the brand’s massive rewards program, leveraging data for personalized customer experiences and how companies should be thinking about using AI in 2026.

Barry shares how AI is a powerful tool at Best Buy but why human labor and stores are still among the most valuable assets.

At CES 2026, Oura Ring VP of Retail discusses his growing confidence in audience targeting tools that improve marketing outcomes.