In the last month of 2020, TikTok was named the app of the year, Instagram expanded its shopping capabilities, and Twitter launched a new type of chat feature called “Spaces.” Continue reading for the December social media and industry roundup, our last one for the year! Social Media TikTok was the App of the Year…
Throughout November, Instagram expanded its new “Guides” feature to all users, Snapchat and Google introduced educational programs for brands, and YouTube rolled out audio ads. Learn more about the latest updates in the industry roundup below! Social Media Instagram Expands New ‘Guides’ Feature to All Users, Upgrades Search After initially launching “Guides” to select creators,…
Throughout September, LinkedIn implemented its own ‘Stories’ feature, TikTok is here to stay (for now), expanding advertising options with its new marketing partner program, and Twitter launched their ‘Holiday Hub’ to aid marketers during Q4. Learn more about the latest updates in the industry roundup below! Social Media TikTok Widens Ad Options with New Marketing…
Throughout August, Facebook expanded ecommerce features across platforms, TikTok revealed its total number of US users, and YouTube explained why it’s been removing far more videos than usual. Learn more about the latest updates in the industry roundup below! Social Media Facebook Adds Shopping Section, Expands Instagram Checkout Facebook has announced its addition of a…
Throughout July, YouTube continued to test immersive product experiences, Instagram introduced an ecommerce hub called Instagram Shop, and WhatsApp released new QR codes for small businesses. Learn more about the latest updates in the industry roundup below! Social Media Instagram Shop Launches with Facebook Pay at Checkout Instagram officially introduced an ecommerce hub called Instagram…
Social Media How Will Instagram Hiding Likes in the US Affect Influencers Instagram recently revealed that the total amount of likes a post receives will no longer be featured. For those who use the platform for fun, this update won’t cause much concern. Who will it affect, though? Influencers. If a brand wishes to collaborate…
Social Media Snapchat Launches ‘Dynamic Ads’ Which Will Create Ads Based on Uploaded Product Catalogs Snapchat’s newest update, Dynamic Ads, simplifies the process of creating an ad on the platform. Here’s how it works: advertisers upload their product catalog to Snapchat and can use the various built-in templates to develop the ad. The platform will…
Social Media Facebook Adds Instagram Scheduling to Creator Studio Scheduling posts on Instagram has always been time consuming for digital marketers. And even though Instagram updated its Graph API last year, there’s been no easy way for marketers to schedule their posts. This month, though, Facebook introduced an answer to this problem. The new option,…
Social Media Pinterest Unveils New Video Capabilities for Brands Since Pinterest went public in April, the platform has been steadily rolling out new e-commerce features, making it an ideal social platform for business. This month, Pinterest introduced new video capabilities. These options include an updated video uploader, a new tab dedicated to videos, a lifetime…
As 2018 begins to wind down, November showed no signs of slowing down for digital marketing! Facebook and YouTube each began to roll out new features to benefit users on a day-to-day basis, and more importantly, keep them happy while using the platforms. LinkedIn reported to be testing ways to connect with a younger demographic,…
With September being back to school season, for social media it meant back to business! And for Instagram and Snapchat, the month was especially busy, with both platforms introducing ecommerce integration to make in-app purchasing easier than ever. Twitter also announced two initiatives to better manage user experience on both the front and backend of…
Spring has finally arrived and it was a jam-packed month here at lotus823! As the outside world was in full bloom our team was sharing tips for how you can bring your marketing campaigns to bloom through integrated strategies. Read on to catch up on everything you missed, including reports from the International Home +…
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year…” Hello, December! The last month of the year is upon us and it is sure to be a busy one. Before we get caught up in the final stages of CES planning and holiday pitching, the team is sharing their holiday marketing insights. Coca Cola: A Holiday…
As the leaves change and the temperatures cool down, our team is gearing up for the busy holiday season! Throughout the month of October our team shared valuable insights on the world of PR and social media. Miss one of our posts? You’re in luck; they are all here in our October Digital Marketing Roundup…
Though CES is still a few months away our team is busy with their final preparations. From award submissions to booking media events, there’s still a lot to be done before they head to Vegas in January! Join us on the road to CES 2017 as we share the team’s insights and advice for those…
As August comes to a close we’re one step closer to saying goodbye to summer and hello to Q4! August brought with it some big news in the world of social media and public relations, catch up on everything you missed in this month’s roundup. Learning from Passion: My Intern Experience at lotus823 Last month…
Summer is in full swing here at the Jersey Shore and it’s easy to get distracted by all the fun in the sun! However, this time of year is crucial for marketers as Q4 is around the corner. Read on as we recap our team’s helpful insights for successful Q4 planning. Public Relations Planning for…
Summer is in the air and a new generation of marketers is about to enter the real world! Throughout May our team shared valuable insights and tips to help the Class of 2016 get started on the right foot. Let’s get started! lotus823’s Christine Rochelle Inducted into Jersey’s Best Marketing and Communications Professionals under 40…
From Snapchat’s new Face Swap to Gmail’s awkward April Fools fail, I think it’s safe to say our heads are spinning from all the digital marketing news we saw in April! Why don’t we start off by discussing lotus823’s news? lotus823 Wins Bulldog Reporter’s Bulldog Digital/Social PR Award lotus823 is thrilled to announce our latest…
From Google’s core algorithm update to Blizzard Jonas, we think it’s safe to say 2016 started off with a bang! Now that the dust has settled and 2016 is in full swing, we’re ready to continue to leverage the exciting opportunity of a new year. Let’s take a look at some of January’s hot digital…
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Happy New Year! We hope you had a great month and an even better holiday season! We’re excited to get a brand new year started. But first, let’s take a look back at how 2015 ended: </ br> Lotus823 Recognized for PR Excellence In December, we announced lotus823’s acknowledgements from PR News at two annual…
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Happy September! That’s right, it’s September. We can’t believe it either. These past couple of months have certainly flown by, which must mean we’ve been pretty busy. We’re sure you’ve had your share of crazy busy work weeks, too. So, today we’re bringing you our recap of summer – content marketing genius, the importance of…
Summer has come to an end but the content never stops. Check out our PR and digital marketing news, tips and advice from August 2014….
LOTUS823 & CMI CORPORATION ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
May 12, 2025
An End-To-End Marketing & Sales Solution for Suppliers and Brands lotus823 is excited to announce its partnership with CMI Corporation. This new partnership combines the capabilities of CMI, which is to link brands and suppliers with retailers, with the full-service public relations and marketing capabilities of lotus823. CMI works with retailers such as, but...
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May 9, 2025
Introducing a A New End-To-End Marketing & Sales Solution for the Music Industry & Beyond We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Sound Strategy Marketing. This new partnership forges a bond between a traditional manufacturers’ rep firm, Sound Strategy Marketing, LLC, specializing in MI, Pro Audio, DJ, and CE, with the full-service public relations...
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Media Training for Trade Shows: Why It’s Important
March 25, 2025
You invest a lot into trade shows. The significant time coordinating and planning the logistics. The money spent on elaborate booth builds and attendance. The travel for your employees. Have you invested in preparing your team to speak with the media who attend? Media training for trade shows is often an overlooked preparation tactic. A...
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