The Case for Traditional Media Marketing

Traditional media is often overlooked or “on trial” for not being an effective marketing strategy. Since digital media is apparently easier, cheaper, and more accessible, advertising through traditional platforms like print or television have, consequently, decreased over the past decade.

Despite the flair and benefits of new media marketing, traditional marketing campaigns still have their place in a company’s marketing strategy.

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Marketing Relationship Survey: The Agency-Client Relationship in 2020

Setup exists to empower and connect marketers which enables us to have a unique perspective on the agency-client relationship. Due to this, we conduct an annual marketing relationship survey where we ask marketing leaders about both the brand and agency experience to help us understand their interactions and thought processes.

In late-2019, we targeted senior-level marketers via email, LinkedIn, and social media channels and heard back from more than 230 marketing leaders (62% on the client-side and 38% on the agency-side).

Check out what marketers most care about going into 2020!

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The Other “Super Bowls” for Brands

Whether it’s for the food, party, friends, or actual game, it is no surprise that the Super Bowl is a major spectacle for sporting and avid commercial-watching fans alike. When viewing the Super Bowl, you can expect to see classic beer, car, and snack brands (looking at you, Doritos) representing proudly, but what about other brands? 

Are there other days where brands can shine?

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Food + Beverage Industry: Ingredients for a Successful 2020

With the rise of impossible meats, popularity of cannabis induced meals, consumer interest in health-related products, and focus on sustainability efforts - consumer priorities are changing at an alarming rate.

Setup™ consulted marketing leaders from prominent food and beverage companies like The Coca-Cola Company, Auntie Anne’s, and more to get an inside look into marketers’ priorities / trends for 2020 in the food and beverage industry. 

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Reset Expectations: Generational Marketing Check-in

How often have you heard someone or even had the thought, “Millennials…” under your breath with a scoff. Whether it’s happening consciously or not, the oldest millennials are well into their late 30’s and aren’t the stereotypical media crazed teen texting during dinner…

While each generation certainly has their pros and cons, what are the common misconceptions that make marketers turn a blind eye? And what opportunities are marketers missing out on with some demographics?

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Your 2020 Content Marketing Calendar Checklist

Content creation establishes your brand, influences marketing strategy and campaigns, emphasizes your brand values/message, and displays your digital marketing capabilities/product offerings. In this cluttered marketing world where the consumer is given an endless list of companies to choose from, creative content may be the very thing that diversifies your company.

If you do have your content marketing calendar set, more power to you and your marketing efforts. Even still, take a look at our content checklist to be sure you have covered all of your bases!

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#AsktheExperts - 5 Tips for Marketers Who are New to a Role

Congratulations - you landed your next gig! And, like anything new, you’re probably experiencing a range of emotions - both good and bad. 

No need to worry, we’ve all been there before. 

Whether you’re hired as the new VP of Marketing or Marketing Manager, we collected expert advice from marketing leaders to prepare and guide you in your next role!

What advice would you give to marketers who are new to their role?

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