Christine Fruechte

In this episode, the folks at Together Equal and I chat and take a deep dive into LGBTQ+ representation in marketing and media. We explore under-represented groups, balancing profit with social good, and how we, as consumers, can drive change. Finally, we tackle pink-washing, celebrate diversity wins, and define what makes a true LGBTQIA+ ally. Andrew Milne, Sarah Aird-Mash Pink Media https://lnkd.in/eKynVPBc

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If you want to hear a few tips on brands and the people who create them, give some attention here. My friends at DUFF!BEAR Advertising have a show that you may find entertaining. Was I prepared for this interview? What could go wrong? Watch here for some fun in the world of marketing. This is the trailer, a summary of the short video. https://lnkd.in/g5gCrcm7

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💰Capitalism is complicated 🤑 It’s expanded economic opportunity for a variety of groups, but it also serves a system of oppression in itself. Now, more than ever before in capitalist history, consumer buying power is more diverse as communities of color are looking to engage with brands that make them feel seen, heard and valued. And they are ready to intentionally make choices of where NOT to spend their money when they don’t see themselves included in a brand's marketing. Whatever you believe the role of government should be in supporting communities, corporations do have a place and responsibility to the constituents, customers, stakeholders and importantly the employees they serve. Corporations that prioritize #culturalcompetency, not just diversity, will lead financial performance, consumer loyalty, employee satisfaction and corporate brand reputation. ++++++ Hi 👋🏽 I’m Mariam, founder of Chatterbox Consulting, an #inclusivemarketing and communications consultancy for brands who won’t keep quiet. I specialize in helping brands create business impact, build communities and drive engagement by authentically centering, celebrating, and serving the needs of underrepresented audiences. 💌Reach out & #LetsChat about how to evaluate and create culturally competent content and campaigns for your brand.

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As Pride Month approaches, many brands are reconsidering their strategies. Recent trends show a shift towards more subtle celebrations, driven by rising backlash against “rainbow-washing” and increasing scrutiny over genuine support for LGBTQ+ communities. 📉 What’s Changing? • Consumer Sentiment: There’s growing consumer awareness and demand for authentic representation and support. • Risk of Backlash: Brands face criticism for superficial gestures that don’t translate into meaningful action. 🤔 What Can Brands Do? • Authenticity: Ensure that Pride campaigns are backed by real, year-round support for LGBTQ+ rights. • Internal Policies: Reflect the values you promote externally with inclusive workplace practices. • Long-Term Commitment: Build ongoing relationships with LGBTQ+ communities beyond June. #PrideMonth #BrandStrategy #LGBTQ #Authenticity #Marketing

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Were you there? https://okt.to/UHgChW Last week, Emily Flannery, Meredith Post and Kyle Schutte glimpsed the future of the snacking category—and the shifts coming are tectonic. If you’re a leader in snacking CPG, click through and watch our experts’ take on the consumer behaviors disrupting the space, the brave brands keeping up and how to reorient your business to drive future obsession. Watch it right here: https://okt.to/ZgSGeX #futureofsnacking #snackingcpg #snacksandsweets #CPGtrends

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The onslaught of political ads will push brands out of some traditional channels. Here’s how to help your brand campaign break through.

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S/O to Whitney Alexander's Substack for this fantastic ADWEEK spotlight. As a 40+ woman, I am definitely feeling the lack of focus by most consumer brands, ironically, when I'm the most willing (and able) to spend more for quality. Only 5-10% of marketing budgets are earmarked for an over-50 audience, BUT: 💰 Women drive 70-80% of all consumer purchasing, either through buying power or influence  💸 And women older than 50 drive $15 trillion in spending power—which is 27% of all consumer spending in the U.S. 🤑 By 2030, women are expected to control much of the $30 trillion in wealth that is soon to transfer from baby boomers to younger generations—namely millennials, who will all be in their mid-30s to late-40s by then [GASP]. The article lists General Motors, Buick and L'Oréal as exceptions, who else do you think is doing a good job at this? https://lnkd.in/ee_ssgGD

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For brands, managing the relationship with key retailers is a challenging task. But establishing truly collaborative, business-building partnerships is a strategic imperative for brands looking to drive sustainable growth. Join us for this webinar on May 14 as The Mars Agency's Kandi Arrington and Meghan Heltne will discuss how brands can elevate the relationship and unlock growth that's transformational for both parties. Learn more and register here 👇 #brandstrategy #retail #retailerrelationship #webinar

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Good advice here.

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One size fits all marketing just doesn’t cut it. Know who your audience is to make meaningful connections.

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What I find interesting here is this: People don’t buy a shovel, they buy a hole, right? So, in a world where, as Laura Thomas (She/Her) and Amy Hubbell write “while we continue to crave it, we are agitated by the content we consume”, delivering solutions to people’s problems – that is, shovels to make their holes  – can provide a welcome respite from the agitation. So while you may bristle at the word “joy”, you’d be foolish to dismiss the underlying insight and what it can mean for your brand. https://lnkd.in/gaaS6Ktk PETERMAYER #advertising #strategy #brands #joy

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Arc was the most-awarded commerce agency at this year’s REGGIE Awards. 9 times. Reality: When you choose a life in marketing, you don’t always get to market things (brands, services, ideas) that directly align with your personal values. This year’s award-winning work created in partnership by Arc and Unilever: - Amplifies multicultural voices - Eschews perfection - Promotes family connection and positive self-worth in young women - Provides affordable, healthy meal options to families Do these align with my personal values? Yes. Yes. Yes. And…Yes. It thrills me to see this work connect with people, build businesses, perpetuate good in the world, and receive recognition for all of it. #IrresistibleCommerce #REGGIE #award #Unilever #ClientPartner #arcww

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When was the last time you woke up and said 'I think I'll be a B2B consumer today?' I'm guessing, never. Love this piece by Agnostic's own Lena Knight talking about how we believe in a 'Business 2 Person' approach. Spoiler: it works! Agnostic #B2BMarketing #Communications #InternalCommunications

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Ahead of this major election, we're beginning to see an influx in diversified campaign strategies that blend traditional and emerging digital platforms like DOOH to engage with audiences. Given its targeted, dynamic advertising potential in public spaces, a programmatic approach can help maximize reach and impact while optimizing ad spend.

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It was great collaborating on this piece for PRNEWS with my MikeWorldWide colleague Clayton Durant on how executives and corporate teams vastly underutilize data to inform their LinkedIn strategies, leaving opportunity on the table to optimize content approach and drive ROI. To get the most out of their strategies, teams should fully leverage the extensive range of data available and: ✅ Build a data lake ✅ Collect data consistently following each publication ✅ Leverage AI for streamlined data analysis Once data is collected and analyzed, our next step is integrating those actionable insights into strategic plans, helping to build the most optimized presence for our clients. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/edAsvxXa

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Gender equality in marketing and advertising is an important topic of conversation that shouldn’t be left out of discussions about growth in these industries. After all, amplifying DEI efforts improves everything in every setting: comfort in the workplace, outcomes in business, our perspective of the world and of each other — the list goes on. It’s time we set a new standard. #DEI #Marketing #Advertising

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