The Power of Positive Culture in Agency Partnerships: Why It Matters
As the CEO of E29 Marketing with 25 years of experience in the advertising industry, I’ve seen firsthand how agency culture can make or break…
As the CEO of E29 Marketing with 25 years of experience in the advertising industry, I’ve seen firsthand how agency culture can make or break…
In today’s fast-paced digital world, trends come and go faster than an ice cream melting summer. What’s hot today might be yesterday’s news tomorrow, and…
User-generated content (UGC) is a powerful tool in today’s marketing arsenal, offering authentic and relatable voices that can amplify your brand’s message. At E29 Marketing,…
My dream of working in the advertising agency industry started at an early age, so I went to college determined to eventually work at a…
Satisfying curiosity At E29, we’ve been at the forefront of the booming retail media network (RMN) advertising surge over the past year. This wave of…
Imagine this: You’ve got the perfect product, rave reviews, and a website that pulls in traffic like a magnet. Your marketing strategy is firing on…
In today’s marketing landscape, brands need to stay on the cutting edge, finding new and innovative ways to connect with their target audience and achieve…
Want to hear some strong opinions? Just bring up AI in your next conversation. While some decry it as the death of human creativity, others…
This past Valentine’s Day, Americans spent an estimated $25.8 billion on candy, cards, jewelry, flowers, clothes, and gift cards, hoping to make the holiday perfect…
When it comes to social media marketing, there’s no single secret to success, especially in the digital world where things can change in an instant.…
As we dive headfirst into 2024, the world of influencer marketing is buzzing with energy, offering up a mix of new opportunities and exciting challenges.…
Competition isn’t always fair, and in hindsight, sometimes it can seem like one side is set up to lose from the beginning. VHS vs. Beta-Max.…
Marketing strategies have become increasingly complex in today’s multifaceted, data-driven ecosystem. With so many marketing channels and platforms to keep up with, businesses are constantly…
In 2023, retail media networks (RMNs) have emerged as powerful tools, propelling the retail industry towards an astonishing $50 billion market, according to AdWeek. This…
After years of collaboration, Amie and her team at E29 Marketing tossed a curve ball my way. They requested I write a blog on an…
How we learned to stop worrying and love AI. The industry’s response to the emergence of Generative AI has been wide and varied, from welcoming…
Retail media networks are the way that retailers and brands collaborate to create excellent customer experiences. Retail media now accounts for 11% of all ad…
If you’ve looked at your Google Analytics (Universal) account lately, you may have been surprised to see a scary countdown timer that looks like this:…
In the last quarter of 2022, retail media networks have made it clear why they are the future of retail media. It’s no accident. Retail…
The retail media advertising experience is changing rapidly. Today’s customers have more access to relevant ads, contextual sales, and promotions from their favorite brands. Retailers…
Consumers everywhere are cutting back on purchases. The most recent consumer price index, the standard measure of inflation, found that the cost of food is…
Retail media networks (RMNs) offer brands powerful solutions to help craft full-funnel marketing strategies. Today’s retail advertising landscape has come to be dominated by these…
Customers are choosing personalization over generic advertising. The deluge of information online about any product you can imagine is not only overwhelming to customers but…
Customers today expect a personalized experience. If you can give them what they want, you’ll be able to create a loyal customer base that…
In 2020, Google announced that they would end third-party cookies in major web browsers. This caused panic among marketers and advertisers who rely heavily on…
Content marketers in 2022 need to know how to create interactive content and why it matters, or else risk falling behind the competition. The days…
By mid-2024, Google (the last major holdout) will begin phasing out third-party cookies from Chrome. Opt-in, first-party cookies will remain for direct tracking of campaign…
Influencer Marketing Agency Predictions for the 2022 Influencer Economy The 2020s could be a defining decade for the influencer economy. Brands played a significant part…
How to Effectively Analyze Marketing Data The world is full of data. If you’re not analyzing your marketing data, you’re missing out on some crucial…
Influencer marketing is predicted to be a $13.8 billion market by the end of 2021, showing that more brands than ever are investing in this…
With an average of 70% of marketers actively investing in online content marketing, it’s essential to have a detailed, robust web content strategy in place…
3 Must-Know Types of Influencer Marketing: Influencers, Ambassadors, and Affiliates Influencer marketing is an increasingly popular form of paid marketing that offers several advantages over…
Learn why companies are placing greater focus on influencer marketing and how E29 Marketing has put it to work for our clients. Download your own…
In search, you’ll often hear SEM and SEO used interchangeably. The truth is, however, they’re entirely different. SEM, short for Search Engine Marketing, is often…
We’re thrilled to announce that E29 has been selected for a DesignRush award for Best Video Production for our Foster Farms client. Each month, DesignRush…
Influencer marketing is consistently evolving, from algorithm changes to new platforms to hiding like counts. Therefore, at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, it came…
In today’s market, as the world navigates through the COVID-19 pandemic, Marketers must be nimbler and more creative than ever before. Business needs are changing…
Toilet paper and hand sanitizer get most of the attention surrounding COVID-19 pandemic consumer trends. However, marketers and brands should look at the long-term consumer…
In this time of global upheaval, it’s both refreshing and heartwarming to see people coming together for the greater good. Businesses have stepped up in…
Businesses and consumers are navigating uncharted water during the COVID-19 pandemic. The entire nation has shifted its operations indoors under directives to stay home and…
In 2019, advertising on social media is nothing new. It is an increasingly, but still cost-effective way to reach potential and current customers. While the…
“Should I trust my business with a large, typical conglomerate or a smaller, accessible agency?” It’s an age-old dilemma that plagues every business owner: should…
A whopping 46% of consumers state that they’re more willing to try new brands, as opposed to five years ago. How do we retain brand…
Does shopper marketing still have a place in today’s marketplace? The honest answer is – it’s pretty hard to say. Historically, shopper marketing meant understanding…
We are in the year of the woman. Women are on the rise. Wait. 1992 was the Year of the Woman. And, 2018 was also…
Reflections of an ExpoWest Virgin. I don’t care what type of Expo I walk into – because seeing the trends in a variety of booths…
Providing the best possible consumer journey is one of the most important ways your company can win new prospects and convert them into customers. While…
“Find a group of people who challenge and inspire you, spend a lot of time with them, and it will change your life.” -Amy Poehler…
Since the 50s, the company behind the famous Pantone Color Matching system has developed a reputation as a tastemaker, as well – one with an…
Ecommerce doesn’t stand still for long. While Amazon has got a vice-like grip on the industry, the retail giant is spreading its influence to social…
A successful marketing plan is the sum of many parts. You need a winning product or service of course, and a team of talented individuals…
What is brand integrity? As a child, you were no doubt taught about the value of honesty. It’s one of the first moral lessons most…
Recently, there have been some seismic shifts in the natural order when it comes to product search. For many years, Google has been the undisputed…
Influencer marketing has been around for decades, but it is always evolving. The rise of social media has seen an explosion in the popularity of…
Ecommerce has settled in for the long haul, which is great news for consumers. But what about big brands? With the luxury of near-endless choice…
Want to up your marketing game but don’t know where to start? Struggling to process all the information that’s available? Looking for marketing tips? Then…
The rise of machine learning is hard to ignore. It’s happening fast. For the vast majority of digital marketers and forward-thinking companies, it’s an exciting…
Email has been around for a long time, so it’s easy to dismiss it as irrelevant in the current digital landscape. However, that would be…
Having trouble with your social media reach? You’re not alone. Over the past decade, social media marketing has become one of the most powerful tools…
In recent years, social media has been polluted with trolling, fake news and a lot of negativity. These issues make it harder to build trust…
Digital disruption is a hot topic among marketers. While the biggest websites in the world have held a tight grip on their places for years,…
In recent years, there has been a major shift in the way companies outsource their marketing needs. More and more big brands are deciding to…
The digital age has lots of apps to offer, but hardly any can compete with Slack. The current king of business communications has enjoyed a…
When you’re thinking of scaling up your marketing efforts, chances are you might begin working with an agency. If you have a particular need for…
As much of the work we do at E29 Marketing involves advertising, I asked the team to share their favorite ads and explain their reasons…
We asked the E29 team to share favorite digital tools that they use every day. This list is by no means exhaustive, but you may…
Each month a team member at E29 picks a way to challenge the team to do something that will push them, help them grow, get…
#29Rooms is Refinery29’s exploration into connecting with their readers in an experiential way. #29Rooms is an annual funhouse of style, culture and creativity created by…
On Megan and Harry’s royal wedding day I found my inner cynic having an all-out battle with my inner romantic. I kept trying to decipher…
Last month our amazing team gathered at E29 Marketing HQ from around the country to celebrate our shared vision of bringing E29 to life. So…
One of my biggest pet peeves is seeing the same model in every stock photo on someone’s site or marketing materials – or worse, social…
If your company collects customer information for any type of marketing, you probably already have rules in place regarding data privacy. That said, the laws…
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The shift toward clean labels, a movement named trend of the year in 2015, is hardly a trend anymore as it has become the rule. Transparency in product…
Throughout my Marketing career, I can’t count the number of times I’ve had a conversation with a client or colleague about insights. How are they…
It’s astonishing how YouTube transformed into a social media giant so quickly! YouTube was founded in 2005 and ten years later was purchased by Google…
This morning I saw a news segment on the “new” augmented reality technology being brought to your phone. Not the Pokémon Go or iPhone X…
Over the past few years you may have noticed the number of headlines touting the latest entrants into the meal kits business; from retailers such…
Grocery shopping definitely isn’t what it used to be. When I was a kid in the early ’80s, my mother would toss my brother and…
In case you missed it, on January 22, 2018, Amazon opened it’s pilot Amazon Go store in Seattle, WA, also the home of Amazon headquarters.…
It’s amazing to consider how much technology has improved our lives and help cut down the friction in our day-to-day travails. Just in the past…
I’m a huge fan of the O2O (online-to-offline) revolution; even if the acronym has drawn some criticism. What I really love is when it manifests in…
As a millennial, I LOVE influencers and I can assure you influencer marketing is not going anywhere. Influencers or bloggers are real women (and men)…
The speed at which our world is ever-changing is lightning fast. As the modern shopper’s buying behaviors, mindsets and purchase patterns quickly evolve, I feel it’s imperative…
Facebook recently announced significant changes to their news feed algorithm that will prioritize human interactions over branded content. CEO Mark Zuckerberg cited a desire, “…to help people…
To paraphrase my amazing former Creative Director Carlos Musquez “Create work that has an impact for the better.” I have thought on this for the…
In the dynamic landscape of 2024, Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) brands face new challenges and opportunities. E-commerce has empowered businesses to connect directly with consumers, but the competition is fierce, and customer expectations are constantly evolving. In this eBook, you’ll learn how to stand out in a crowded market, optimize the customer journey, and leverage key metrics to drive loyalty and growth. Discover actionable insights to improve your brand’s performance and succeed in the fast-paced DTC space.
Retail media networks are the way that retailers and brands collaborate to create excellent customer experiences. RMNs offer an unprecedented combination of contextual ad placements and consumer data that no other channel can compete with. Not only do these large retail operations have more first-party data thanks to their popular loyalty programs, but eliminating third-party data sources means data is more secure and reliable than ever before. In this eBook, you will learn the ins-and-outs of RMNs and how they are able engage customers everywhere, all the time.
Confidence in the media today is nearing an all-time low. This lack of trust has extended to brands that utilize media for their marketing efforts. Businesses are now faced with earning consumer confidence in order to be successful. Learn how brands are incorporating trust-building activities and seeing meaningful results.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a moving target, not only because the number of websites increases by millions every day, but also because the search engines change their ranking algorithms frequently. The major algorithm updates are not even half of the full story. There are often hundreds of updates every year and that’s what keeps us, SEOs on our toes. Start here to learn the basics to get you on the right track.
We dive into prominent marketing techniques you can add to your marketing strategy as you move into the coming year. Marketing is in a constant state of evolution and today’s rapidly-changing technology means you need to keep up with the innovative trends to ultimately reach your audience.
There are no longer such things as separate online and offline realities. The digital and the analog worlds are fast colliding. Technology is placing at our fingertips a constellation of information and experiences. 2019 is the year of the Mixed Now, and it’s redefining how we experience the world around us.
We have identified six main technology-driven concepts that will fundamentally change the way marketing works in the near future. All of these concepts represent new and unexplored avenues for marketers to use when developing solutions for their clients. See what may propel your business with our practical and inspiring Ebook.
Want to up your marketing game and implement successful strategies that will stand the test of time? These 29 marketing tips from the E29 Marketing team are aimed at furthering your company’s success. We cover marketing strategy, social media, digital advertising, influencer marketing, shopper marketing and marketing analytics.
Sydney is a San Francisco-based graphic designer, who seamlessly integrates her design expertise with a profound affection for music. With a dynamic portfolio boasting collaborations with companies like Matador Records and Indeed, she aspires to one day merge her love for music, design, and marketing as an in-house designer for a record label. Beyond her professional endeavors, you can often find Sydney seeking creative inspiration in the welcoming ambiance of local coffee shops or frequenting one of the city’s many record stores.
Nizia is a Marketing Content Creator with over seven years of expertise in Graphic Design. Her professional journey has encompassed diverse sectors, including Real Estate, Fitness, Lifestyle, Hospitality, and numerous others. Nizia’s unwavering commitment lies in crafting innovative and original content to empower brands in narrating their unique stories and enhancing product promotion.
Avery Behymer is a creative and dedicated Social Media Manager with over 3 years of experience in digital marketing and engagement strategies. She specializes in enhancing brand presence and driving user engagement, Avery excels in connecting brands with their communities through creative content, audience interaction, and leveraging the latest digital trends. Her client experience includes Richardson Cabinet Company, Perla Bridal, Kim Nick, and Fresh Del Monte.
Meagan Clark is a seasoned project manager and creative force in the media and production industry, renowned for her leadership roles across high-profile projects. Her expertise spans strategic branding, events production, and content creation. With a dynamic career that encompasses driving innovative social media and influencer campaigns and managing complex productions in Tv and film, Meagan’s multifaceted skill set and adaptability have cemented her status as a go-to professional in creative project and production management.
Kaitlin Palma is a seasoned marketing copywriter with a diverse portfolio, collaborating with renowned brands including King’s Hawaiian, City Colleges of Chicago, Tastemade, and Tiger Balm. Her passion for crafting captivating copy has translated into a track record of success across paid ads, experiential, and social campaigns. As a marketer, Kaitlin thrives on creative challenges, consistently delivering impactful messaging that deeply resonates with consumers. With a commitment to excellence, she continues to play a pivotal role in shaping brand narratives that leave a lasting impression and incite action.
Kelly is a seasoned marketer with 15+ years of proven experience in strategizing, planning and executing best in class programs. She has worked with a wide range of clients in categories such as CPG, healthcare and pharmaceuticals. Marketing strategy and execution are at the forefront of Kelly’s experience, helping clients implement and analyze activation plans that span the complex shopper journey and align with retailer and consumer insights. Kelly has spent her time both on the agency and consulting side of business, working with esteemed brands including Kellogg’s, Keebler, ConAgra, Musco Olive Company, Ready Pac Foods and GlaxoSmithKline.
Michael is a seasoned data scientist with over 25 years of experience in marketing analytics. A Harvard and Princeton alumnus, Michael has led successful campaigns at prestigious agencies like Publicis and Deutsch. His ability to transform complex data into actionable insights has consistently driven positive ROI for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Michael’s strategic and collaborative approach ensures that every client can harness the power of data-driven decision making as he and his team work to transform your data into your most valuable marketing asset.
Geo is an award-winning Creative Director who’s equally passionate about developing bold teams and delivering big ideas. An integrated marketer at heart, he approaches every opportunity with strategic collaboration and 360º inspiration. Clients include Nintendo, Xbox, UScellular, State Farm and Clorox plus he’s partnered with major studios, sports teams, gaming companies and nonprofits.
Elizabeth “EZ” Zupkow is a digital veteran with 15+ years’ experience. Her superpower is zooming out to understand how paid media performance affects the bottom line. She loves developing a holistic digital media plan and aligning a smart measurement strategy to tackle unique business pain points. Her experience includes partnering with brands like Taco Bell, Tacori, Vans, and Good Eggs with additional focus on the CPG, healthcare, DTC and QSR verticals.
Amy is a multi-talented creative based in San Francisco, California. Amy specializes in graphic design, photography, and creative development for advertising agencies. She uses her talents to bring ideas to life through a wide variety of mediums. Amy is currently a student at the University of San Francisco double majoring in advertising and design. She has worked with a variety of companies including the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History and Whitings Foods.
Sam Christie is a social media marketer, strategist, and marketing “jack of all trades” with over 10 years of experience across various startups. He has done everything from social content to community management to business development and customer support. Sam took a brief break from marketing, went back to school to become a music therapist (MT-BC), and now does social media and marketing strategy while also building a music therapy practice. Sam’s notable clients include Bandsintown (a live music app) and ParkWhiz/Arrive (a parking app).
As a senior art director with over 15 years of experience, Robert’s skills include both print and UX design. He loves the creative process, taking on complex tasks and transforming them into intuitive, accessible and easy-to-use designs. Robert is always advocating for user-focused solutions, and representing the voice of the consumer throughout the design process. His ability to see the big picture and keep the client’s creative goals in mind are invaluable to his work. His client work includes Ameriprise, Target, Best Buy, 3M and FedEx.
Sandy specializes in marketing, strategic planning, and integrated communications within the pharmaceutical, OTC, and healthcare space. She has orchestrated award-winning marketing and communications programs for a diverse mix of clients ranging from international, Fortune 500 corporations to pharmaceutical and biotech start-ups. Sandy was named a PharmaVoice 100 Most Inspiring People in the Life-Sciences Industry.
As a senior art director with over 15 years of experience, Robert’s skills include both print and UX design. He loves the creative process, taking on complex tasks and transforming them into intuitive, accessible and easy-to-use designs. Robert is always advocating for user-focused solutions, and representing the voice of the consumer throughout the design process. His ability to see the big picture and keep the client’s creative goals in mind are invaluable to his work. His client work includes Ameriprise, Target, Best Buy, 3M and FedEx.
Josefina is a multi-talented accounts manager with 25+ years of experience developing strong relationships with customers and providers connecting with key business. Goal-driven professional with a proven track record of effective financial management.
Paul is an award-winning creative director with 25-years experience in advertising, promotions, digital, direct and event marketing. Paul brings strategically sound and creatively driven 360-degree thinking to each client project. He has held senior level positions with global ad agencies as well as provided creative consulting for every major agency holding company including Interpublic Group, Omnicon, Publicis and WPP.
Doug Dotts is a “full flywheel” growth marker with almost a decade of experience working with high growth e-commerce and SaaS businesses. Doug specializes in building profitable growth engines through systematic CRO and email lifecycle marketing programs, focused on reducing the CAC payback period and increasing the LTV:CAC ratio. Notable clients are Purple Mattress Company, Casio Watches, and Goodness Growth Holdings.
Jim Lenskold is President of Lenskold Group and author of the award-winning book Marketing ROI, The Path to Campaign, Customer and Corporate Profitability. Lenskold Group works with Fortune 1000 and emerging clients globally to improve marketing effectiveness with customized solutions in marketing ROI measurements, tools, and processes. Jim specializes in innovative approaches to measure marketing contribution and deliver ROI insights that guide strategic and tactical decisions toward better performance and profitability.
Rich is an award-winning Creative Director who is passionate about delivering breakthrough strategy and creative, building and inspiring teams, and scaling brands from start-ups to mergers and acquisitions to IPOs. He specializes in making early-stage companies and small brands look big. Rich’s creative work has won numerous awards, and he has a reputation for delivering highly-strategic, creative solutions. Rich’s client work includes: XBox, Miller-Coors, Burger King, GrubHub, Microsoft, The North Face, Lincoln Mercury and Sony.
Vina Vieira is a seasoned professional with 10+ years experience working in executive support roles. Vina is a highly motivated and detail-oriented office manager. She possesses exceptional organizational, administrative, and interpersonal skills. Throughout her career, Vina has demonstrated a strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence with an ability to manage complex tasks with ease and to build strong relationships amongst teams.
Suse Barnes is a Digital Marketing Strategist specializing in search marketing – SEO and paid search, social media marketing and advertising. With 20+ years of experience in the SF Bay Area, she has been optimizing websites for search engines since before Google was invented. Suse is a published author and teaches classes at several universities. Suse’s clients have included ABC7 News, Aventi Group, Dolby Laboratories and Tiger Balm. Suse strives to have her clients and students understand how they can use newer technologies to promote their businesses.
A results-driven performance marketer, Stephani has 8+ years of experience in paid social media and digital marketing. She has worked within advertising agencies as well as client-side with both B2C and B2B brands. She specializes in strategy development, customer acquisition, lead generation, full-funnel campaigns, creative optimization, testing and scaling new channels. Her client experience includes Chicken of the Sea, Daytrip Beverages, Evivo Health, Mattel and Wine.com.
Annabelle Fuentes is a Social Media Manager with 10+ years of experience working alongside the executive team, supporting the Account Directors in project implementation at E29 Marketing. She specializes in social media account management and running client Influencer campaigns. She is an enthusiastic problem-solver, a talented performer with superior communication, planning and decision making skills. Her client experience includes Evivo, Foster Farms, Tiger Balm and Olli Salumeria.
With 25+ years of experience, Carol Maggio has honed her skills as a strategic, big thinker with a comprehensive understanding of how marketing can help drive business goals. She provides the full package from planning to execution, all the way through to reporting and optimization. She’s worked with both legacy and emerging brands including Starz and Evivo, primarily on branding, strategy, and marketing analytics endeavors.
Shantelle is a strategic marketer, powered by 20 years of experience in both big corporate and advertising agencies. She is a proven, tenacious leader with a love for building brands. Understanding the consumer path-to-purchase and leveraging insights to drive results is her passion. As a commercialization expert, Shantelle elevates brands through market analysis, consumer research, product innovation, and omni-channel marketing strategies. She has contributed to growth for global brands such as Land Rover, LG, MEGA Brands, Mattel and Tiger Balm.
Amie Stanley founded E29 in 2017 after co-owning and managing several women owned agencies. Her 25+ year career has been defined by building brands and breaking through the barriers for women in business. Prior to owning her own shops, Amie held executive level account management and strategic planning positions at top agencies from New York City to San Francisco and has delivered exceptional results for a roster of leading brands including Coca Cola, Georgia Pacific, Beam Global Wine & Spirits, Kraft Foods, Chicken of the Sea, Del Monte and Dole.
A strategic leader with 20+ years experience, Terra excels at developing brands from the ground up, leading clients on brand strategy and positioning, creative campaign development and production as well as managing fully integrated marketing solutions with timely results. Terra specializes in working with CPG brands and her client experience includes Chicken of the Sea, Olli Salumeria, Evivo, Clorox, and Gallo Wine Estates.