Tom Claridge, Head of Strategy at U-Studio, Unilever's in-house digital agency, shares insights on turning a failed Pot Noodle launch into a marketing triumph. He discusses the power of humor and self-deprecation in regaining consumer trust. Inspired by brands like KFC, the campaign embraced honesty and creativity on social media, leading to remarkable sales recovery. Claridge also highlights the agility of U-Studio and the significance of authenticity in brand messaging, making a compelling case for innovative strategic responses in challenging market conditions.

An APG Gold winner in 2015, Richard Huntington, CSO at Saatchi, London shares the strategy that delivered six years of consistent growth. And the nervous CEO who tried to kill it. See the work on our website. Thanks to JIRA and The Master of Advertising Effectiveness for sponsoring this episode.

Chris Beresford-Hill, Worldwide Chief Creative Officer at BBDO shares the real story behind the Michael Cera campaign, one he lead while at Ogilvy. Frustrated by how it was being told, he shares the reality. Thanks to JIRA for sponsoring this episode and to Tracksuit for supporting our show.

Discover how Michelob Ultra flipped the script on light beer by branding it for the 'social athlete.' The discussion dives into the brand's transformation and innovative strategies that resonate with health-conscious drinkers. Explore the controversial yet captivating advertising choices that blend fitness and beer enjoyment. Learn about the evolving landscape of beer branding, emphasizing consumer identity and lifestyle alignment, as well as the value of flexibility and creativity in marketing approaches.

It shocked us back in 1997 and won an APG Gold. But the question is, given the everyday nature of corrosive and extreme political behavior, have we now become immune to it? You be the judge. Thank you to Jira and The Master of Advertising Effectiveness (MAE) for sponsoring this episode.

This socially rooted campaign won for influencer marketing. We're joined by Jenny Lindquist of Kellanova and Mathew Clay of Weber Shandwick. Thanks to the Effies for supporting this episode. You can see the work one our website at onstrategyshowcase.com. 

The "Doordash-all-the-Ads" Super Bowl initiative won the Titanium Grand Prix at Cannes this year. It was an audacious idea that got eight million submissions and 11.9 billion earned impressions. Thanks to Jira and Tracksuit for supporting our show.

What are the implications of owning and admitting your category’s achilles heel? US Cellular's CMO, Eric Jagher and The Martin Agency's CBO, Elizabeth Paul share the story behind the latest work from the brand that encourages us to connect to what really matters. Thanks to Jira, the project management platform, for sponsoring this episode. More at jira.com.

Craig Mawdsley shares the story behind this APG Grand Prix award-winning campaign from 2007. The campaign drove £1.8 billion in revenue for the British grocery store chain in the first two years... £1.14 at a time. Thanks to Tracksuit (the affordable brand tracking solution) and the Master of Advertising Effectiveness Program for making this episode possible. More at gotracksuit.com and MAE.academy.

Anne Martin from Mondelez, known for her innovative marketing strategies, and Christina Ryan from VML, an expert in creative campaigns, discuss the groundbreaking OREO Codes initiative. They explore how this campaign connects bar codes to cookie stacks and savings, revitalizing Oreo's market presence. The conversation highlights adapting to shifting consumer behaviors, strategic retail partnerships, and a clever approach to re-engage shoppers. They also share insights on unique flavor pairings and innovative recipe ideas to invigorate interest in Oreos.