The WARC Podcast

WARC Asia's managing director Rica Facundo and India editor Biprorshee Das talk about three key takeaways from the latest India Spotlight getting festive marketing right. Discussing the pre-festival build up phase, the commercialisation of the festive season and inclusivity in your festive marketing. Stay up-to-date with the latest marketing and advertising news with our free daily newsletter.

Alejandro Fieccone leads brand strategy for Dove Men+Care at Unilever, while Gary J. Nix is the chief strategist behind Brandarchist. They dive into the crisis of masculinity and how advertising can reshape perceptions. Topics include the need for brands to break away from outdated masculine stereotypes and the importance of inclusivity in marketing. They also discuss the impact of social media on young boys' views of masculinity and the challenge brands face in maintaining authenticity in their messaging.

Deborah Honig, the Chief Customer Officer at Samsung UK, discusses building Samsung’s ecosystem brand by focusing on customer engagement and emotional connections rather than just product features. She explores how AI can enhance everyday experiences and emphasizes the importance of diversity in tech and marketing. Honig highlights the challenges of the consumer electronics market and innovative solutions like SmartThings Energy. Additionally, she talks about the significance of a diverse influencer strategy and the growing importance of women's sports in marketing.

Andrew Lipsman and Marlowe Nickell discuss the importance of in-store advertising, exploring its impact on brand engagement and the concept of mental and physical availability. They delve into the effectiveness of in-store advertising through customization benefits, contextual relevance, and the evolving landscape of in-store marketing strategies. The conversation also touches on the role of retail media networks in upfront TV negotiations and the recommended strategies for brands to leverage this emerging market.

In this episode of CMO Conversations, WARC's Anna Hamill talks to LVMH's Global Brand Officer, Mathilde Delhoume, about the luxury company's role in the 2024 Paris Olympics, blending brand heritage with modernity, the power of building long-term brands, and much more.Stay up-to-date with the latest marketing and advertising news with our free daily newsletter.

CMOs Susan Irving and Gugu Mthembu discuss judging for WARC Awards 2024, insights from Cannes Lions, leveraging brand assets for sales on Black Friday, and innovative marketing campaigns driving social change. They reflect on the Cannes experience, focusing on industry connections, AI advancements, and mentorship programs.

Julia Goldin from LEGO discusses maintaining brand essence while branching into new territories, targeting adults and women with innovative products, navigating inflation in the toy industry, leveraging tech and media for brand engagement, addressing brand safety in the digital landscape, and sticking to core marketing principles amidst technological advancements.

Alissa Hansen and Mark Holden discuss the impact of generative AI on marketing teams. They explore the motivation behind using AI, the integration of generative AI in marketing campaigns, and the importance of empowering employees with cross-skilling. The conversation also delves into the future implications of AI advancements in marketing roles and predictions for human-AI collaboration in content creation.

Christine Cook, Chief Revenue Officer at Bloomberg Media, discusses Bloomberg's growth strategy, the role of news brands in volatile times, opportunities in the subscription economy, importance of brand trust, impact of Bloomberg TV, and global expansion strategy.

Kay Hsu from Spotify and Jorge Ruiz from TikTok discuss uniting creativity and media for effective marketing. They explore adapting strategies to platforms like TikTok, leveraging context for ads on Spotify, engaging with communities for brand communication, and how younger generations seamlessly merge creative and media strategies in the digital age.