Category Archives: Promotions

Powerful Branding Through Promotion

Posted on April 11, 2017 by richardgwh

What does pet adoption have to do with home buying? Well, a recent TV spot from Coldwell Banker will make you believe it’s quite a lot. In a promotional campaign that has been going on for 3 years now, Coldwell … Continue reading →

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A Little Doggie Sampling Goes A Long Way

Posted on September 16, 2016 by lizgwh

There is a bit of a parallel between office workers and shelter dogs. Both are cooped up in cubbyholes all day. No walks, no fresh air, no fun. So, to provide a little relief to both the human and canine … Continue reading →

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Don’t Be a Jerk. The World Is Watching.

Posted on June 3, 2016 by karengwh

Virality and social conversation are great when a brand wants to strut its stuff. But beware — it can also create uproar when ads and messages hit this “no borders on the internet” world we live in. Take note of … Continue reading →

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Tax Day Marketing As Bad As The Day Itself?

Posted on April 14, 2016 by karengwh

Sound branding and marketing investment, or me-too junk? More brands than the usual H&R Block are jumping on the April Tax Day bandwagon this year. From a slew of offers for a “1040” asking price ($10.40 at Boston Market, $1040 … Continue reading →

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Big Ideas Only Look Easy

Posted on June 17, 2015 by jimbgwh

Ever notice how the really big ideas look amazingly simple when executed properly? But what’s really behind them? Our latest Poster Child: A recent National Blood Week campaign in the UK to increase blood donations due to drastically lower contributions. … Continue reading →

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Magic Mike XXL’s Amusing New Promo

Posted on June 11, 2015 by richardgwh

Full disclosure: when he first came on the scene, I thought Channing Tatum was just another handsome, muscular lunk-head actor that folks seemed to swoon over. But having seen a few of his comedies since then, I have to admit, he’s … Continue reading →

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How to Find Big Ideas in Little Details

Posted on May 21, 2015 by craiggwh

Sometimes the biggest marketing ideas take shape in the smallest details. Take what Burger King did in Seoul, South Korea. Seoul is known for having one of the worst commute times for workers, with especially lengthy train rides. What happens? … Continue reading →

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