From sustainable practices to tackling issues in the food and fine beverage space, brands can use various marketing strategies for success. And just like other industries, the hospitality and foodservice industries are no different when it comes to requiring a solid marketing strategy. With a reported $863,000,000,000 sales in foodservice this past year, it is…
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[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”0|0px|54px|0px|false|false”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”0|0px|27px|0px|false|false”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.2.2″]In the world of PR and lifestyle brands, Q4 kicks off the peak holiday season for short-lead media. That means we have about a two-month window (until late October) to curate press lists, fact check product copy, and finalize images to ensure…
Almost everything we do today involves data, but what do we do with all of it? From Facebook likes and Twitter mentions to Google Maps and fitness trackers and even Netflix or Amazon Prime, our daily activities create massive amounts of customer insights. This information has the potential to build individual profiles that can significantly…
Now that spring is upon us, that means conference and convention season is in full swing, including SXSW Interactive 2015 in Austin, TX. Brands from all around will gather at SXSW to showcase, network and promote their brands with an arsenal of marketing tactics they’ve been cooking up for months. From hashtags to rescue dogs,…
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Have you hit a creative block? Or maybe just need some inspiration to help get you through your day? TED Talks often help me when I’m facing a challenge, be it at work or in my personal life. TED is a non-profit organization devoted to “ideas worth spreading.” They offer up some amazing knowledge from…
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In my last installment of the best in branding and PR, I noted that when a branding strategy is top notch, consumers are not only sold but they may even apply a willing suspension of disbelief for the product’s story. This time, we’re taking it to the next level. While some companies have such top…
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Change is a natural part of life, whether we like it or not. In spite of our opinion on it, I feel that we should always adapt with the changes that life brings since not keeping up with the times can equate to less success in life. Change is especially prominent in the digital marketing…
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Summer is a bombastic time. Epicurean blockbusters saturate the theaters, larger-than-life hip-hop records drop, and it’s the season when our hemisphere is closest to the sun. We feel our astral position on a philosophical level, and at lotus823 we know that perspective is the difference between good marketing and great marketing. So, in the season…
Some time ago the term “sass monster” came to be a part of this integrated marketing agency’s vocabulary. And, it was invented to describe me. Why? Because, sometimes I’m simply fired up about life and my quirkiness sure does come to light. May one assume this term to have a negative connotation? Certainly, but we…
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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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