No question, COVID is serious and stressful business. That is why it is interesting to see that Nielsen Media Research found a 400% increase in people watching television nostalgic comedy shows as a stress reliever over the past year. Yes, it looks like we all need a good laugh to get through the day. That […]
CONTINUE READINGRecently Connect360 hosted a “Couch Conversation,” a virtual nonprofit idea exchange roundtable where organizations can learn from peers in the industry. This session focused on successful digital and social media campaigns. Some of the helpful information shared includes: Celebrity Influencers: Typically, celebrities aren’t able to commit their support to charities because of their busy schedules. […]
CONTINUE READINGThe pandemic has required nonprofits to hold their marketing efforts under a microscope to determine the most effective way to drive brand awareness with the best ROI. Given the world’s current challenges, it’s even more important to be relevant, nimble and continue to position yourself for success. #1 Energize Your Audience with Video Short, attention-grabbing […]
CONTINUE READINGNavigating the pandemic has not been easy for nonprofits. To help, last year Connect360 hosted monthly Zoom “Couch Conversations” where nonprofit marketing/communications/PR professionals could sit on our “virtual sofa” for idea sharing. Here are highlights showcasing how nonprofits got creative: Donors – and former donors – are home, bored with isolation and eager to […]
CONTINUE READINGLast week Connect360 hosted a “Couch Conversation” virtual roundtable for medical associations. The open forum is simply an idea exchange where medical associations can learn from peers facing the same difficulties during the pandemic. Some of the information shared included: Virtual Events: While it can be expensive to produce virtual meetings, they have many benefits. […]
CONTINUE READINGThis year has definitely thrown us some curve balls. While we hope next year will be different, it’s impossible to predict what 2021 will bring. No matter what happens, there are fundamental elements that need to be included in our marketing playbook. Sustain Visibility & Relevance Staying relevant and visible during the pandemic is critical. […]
CONTINUE READINGNonprofits shared different ways their organizations are working to increase donations for the upcoming Giving Season and Giving Tuesday in the third of our series of “Couch Conversations” — a Zoom event hosted by Connect360. Nonprofit marketing and communications professionals participated in an open forum to talk about strategies for making up for lost donations […]
CONTINUE READINGIn Connect360’s most recent Zoom “Couch Conversation,” nonprofits sat on our virtual sofa and shared their findings, experiences and solutions managing around current times. Highlights include: There’s a growing sense of “virtual” fatigue among donors. Early in the pandemic, virtual events worked well. They were a novelty and gave those at home something to do. […]
CONTINUE READINGWith a hotly contested election around the corner, many of our clients are asking for recommendations on the best strategy for their media placement campaigns. Based on our experience, as well as polling broadcast stations and our digital network partners, below are insights and data points to help you make the most informed campaign decisions. […]
CONTINUE READINGConnect360 recently hosted a “Couch Convo” Zoom event where a dozen nonprofits gathered on our “virtual sofa” for informal conversation and to hear how other organizations have been managing during these unprecedented times. As a recap, here are some of the ideas nonprofits have shared as ways to generate awareness, expand a community base […]
CONTINUE READINGAccording to the U.S. Census Bureau and Pew Research Center, the U.S. Hispanic population reached 59.9 million in 2018. This has propelled Hispanics into the nation’s second fastest-growing racial or ethnic group after Asian Americans. The Nielsen Company and U.S. Census Bureau also report that by 2060, 30% or more of the population under 35 […]
CONTINUE READINGThis will certainly go down as a memorable Memorial Day weekend, our first extended weekend since the start of COVID-19. From lockdown to re-opening, it has been a stressful few months, but we will come out of this stronger and more aware. During this pandemic, from broadcast to digital, media has been in a state […]
CONTINUE READINGPreparing your marketing strategy for the year ahead is more exciting than ever. There are many more opportunities to precisely reach your audiences and goals in a meaningful, compelling way. Broadcast is still the dominant method of information consumption but there is competition to keep in mind. New platforms such as Apple+ and Disney+ have […]
CONTINUE READINGWe’ve all heard the phrase, “content is king.” Although technology is always evolving and the web seemingly brings about new ways for marketers to promote their campaign messages on a daily basis, one thing remains certain; effective marketing is not possible without compelling content. As we gear up for new marketing initiatives in 2020, here […]
CONTINUE READINGI grew up in a divided house. My siblings attended the University of Michigan while I went to Ohio State. You can only imagine the tension, excitement, and emotions that filled our family room at game time. For generations sports have played a dominate role in our culture. You might even say that the loyal […]
CONTINUE READINGBlog post in collaboration with Ivette Achong The U.S. Hispanic population continues to be one of the most powerful marketing segments in the country. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the U.S. Hispanic population has reached 58.9 million which accounts for 18.1% of the total U.S. population. The Census Bureau is also projecting that the […]
CONTINUE READINGAs the year comes to a close, we tend to reflect on everything that has happened. It’s hard to sum up 2018 without thinking “more needs to be done.” Better gun laws, eliminating hate, preventing violence, understanding & combating mental health issues, addressing climate change & its devastating impact, etc. It was a year of learning […]
CONTINUE READINGThink about what motivates you to engage with causes, brands and services. Now picture what motivates your mom, dad, grandparent, friend, brother or sister. Engagement is personal and a vital element to achieve your business goals. Here are a few tips to effectively engage with your audiences. Less is More – We are all time-starved […]
CONTINUE READINGLate last week Facebook announced major changes to how content will be prioritized on its news feed that will no doubt have an impact on communications professionals that are planning to run Facebook ad campaigns. Facebook’s News Feed, which appears when the site or mobile app is opened, will now favor posts shared by family […]
CONTINUE READINGVideo is projected to own more than 80% of all web traffic by 2019 and is proven to increase conversions by that same percentage. Leveraging your video production dollars on the right Internet content providers to reach your target audiences is crucial to a marketing campaigns success. How best to leverage your video to deliver […]
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