Aviva and Tesco issue ‘call to arms’ to do more for mums
Charlotte RogersBoth companies missed out on Mumsnet’s list of the 10 brands mums love, which has encouraged them to reflect on what more they can do to connect.
Coca-Cola to axe 1,200 jobs as it shifts to new ‘cluster’ model
Sarah VizardMarketing jobs are at risk as part of job cuts that Coke hopes will help its transformation into a more agile ‘total beverage company’.
Carlsberg focuses on its Danish roots as new campaign taps into ‘hygge’ trend
Leonie RoderickCarlsberg is launching a £15m campaign in a bid to stand out from competitors, after recognising previous marketing campaigns had led it to become “interchangeable” with other beer brands.
Booking.com owner to cut paid media spend as it prioritises direct bookings
Niamh CarrollThe travel business is aiming for more direct bookings over those generated through paid marketing investment, something that it claims will benefit its P&L.
Tropicana on ‘getting back’ to its leadership role in a declining category
Niamh CarrollThe juice category has become “commoditised” in recent years, with its leading brands underinvesting in it. Tropicana is aiming to push back against this by dialling up its brand assets, investing in innovation and reconnecting with key occasions.
Marketing Week’s Festival of Marketing to return in October
Marketing Week ReportersDragons’ Den star Deborah Meaden is confirmed for the 11th Festival of Marketing. She will join CMOs and other speakers from the world of marketing and beyond on 3 October.
Global social media ad spend to approach £200bn in 2024
Grace GollaschAccording to WARC Media, social media is the largest media channel worldwide by advertising investment, with Meta alone representing a 63% share of global social spend.