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Data-Driven Marketing
Data-Driven Marketing
Google Highlights How Advertisers Can Reach Consumers By Leveraging Key Data
Contributions and quotes by Ted Buell and Betsy Vankula When devising an effective data-driven marketing plan, it’s more important than ever for advertisers to spend their dollars wisely, with... MORE
Artist-Designed Leather Sandals
Artist-Designed Leather Sandals
Beek and Lillian Farag​ Debuted a Brightly Colored Handmade Sandal
Beek, a premium footwear brand that designs its products in Newport Beach, California, and produces them in Mexico, recently joined forces with artist Lillian Farag, who’s known for her use of... MORE
Retro Seltzer Packs
Retro Seltzer Packs
Bud Light Selzer Launched Its Retro Summer Pack and Freezies
Bud Light Seltzer is gearing up for the summer with the release of its Retro Summer Pack, a selection of boldly branded drinks that come in flavors like Cherry Limeade, Blue Raspberry, and Summer Ice.... MORE
Canadian Orange Vermouth Expansions
Canadian Orange Vermouth Expansions
Martini Fiero is Now Being Sold by Canadian Retailers
After expanding into the US market after successfully launching throughout Europe, Martini Fiero has arrived on store shelves north of the American border, giving Canadians the chance to finally... MORE
Red-Soled Leather Shoes
Red-Soled Leather Shoes
Dr. Martens and CLOT Teamed Up to Remix the Beloved 1461 Silhouette
For the 60th anniversary of its 1461 silhouette, Dr. Martens has announced a new partnership with streetwear and lifestyle brand CLOT, bringing fans a remixed launch of the popular silhouette.... MORE
Complete Vegetable Beverage Pouches
Complete Vegetable Beverage Pouches
SaladPower Combines Healthy Ingredients with Convenience
Though most consumers understand the importance of getting enough vegetables in a day, many struggle to actually get every serving in, however with SaladPower’s handy smoothie pouches, they... MORE
Natural At-Home Foot Peels
Natural At-Home Foot Peels
Baby Foot's DIY Products Deliver Spa-Quality Results at Home
Baby Foot’s DIY foot peels enable consumers to bring spa-quality results right to their home, leaving their feet looking sandal-ready, and feeling supple, soft, and smooth. To use the product,... MORE
Father's Day Guidance Contests
Father's Day Guidance Contests
Progressive Insurance is Giving Away Cameos from Dr. Rick
This Father’s Day, Progressive Insurance is revisiting its 2020 advertising campaign featuring Dr. Rick, a fictional professional that specializes in preventing kids from becoming their parents.... MORE
Hot Sauce Cicada Cookbooks
Hot Sauce Cicada Cookbooks
Frank's Red Hot Cicada Cookbook Challenges Fans to Explore New Tastes
Frank’s Red Hot, the beloved American hot sauce brand that celebrates “putting that $#!t on everything,” has announced the upcoming release of its Cicada Cookbook, which really... MORE
Lightweight Foldable Sunglasses
Lightweight Foldable Sunglasses
INMIX's Flex Line is Stylish, Comfortable, and Ultra-Portable
INMIX, an eyewear brand that supplies both non-prescription and prescription styles, has introduced its Flex line. Durable, incredibly lightweight, and foldable, the Flex sunglasses provide... MORE
Ultra-Compact Wireless Keyboards
Ultra-Compact Wireless Keyboards
Razer's BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed is Fast, Durable, and Tiny
Razer has unveiled the BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed, a wonderfully compact mechanical keyboard that can either be hooked up with an included USB cord, or used wirelessly. With the help of Razer&#... MORE
Pre-Paid Father's Day Credit Cards
Pre-Paid Father's Day Credit Cards
Budweiser is Introducing the 'Dad Card' to Celebrate Dads
For Father’s Day, Budweiser has launched the ‘Dad Card,’ a pre-paid credit card that only costs $5, yet comes with enough money to buy beer for the year. In addition to $430... MORE
C2C Marketplace Expansions
C2C Marketplace Expansions
European Online Marketplace Vinted Has Now Launched in Canada
Vinted, a popular online marketplace that’s based out of Lithuania, has announced its expansion into the Canadian market. Claiming the title of “Europe’s leading online C2C marketplace... MORE
Affordable DTC Night Guards
Affordable DTC Night Guards
Cheeky Allows Teeth Grinders to Protect Themselves for Less Money
Cheeky, a direct-to-consumer brand, provides “dentist quality” night guards at a more affordable rate, which can easily be replaced when needed. To suit different consumer needs,... MORE
Seltzer-Branded Vacation Giveaways
Seltzer-Branded Vacation Giveaways
Michelob ULTRA is Giving Fans a Chance to Win a Luxurious Trip
Michelob Ultra Organic Seltzer has just launched a new advertising campaign to promote its summer-ready hard seltzers, which coincides with an exciting contest that gives fans the chance to win a... MORE
Annual Queso Subscriptions
Annual Queso Subscriptions
On The Border Introduces Its Queso Club for Its Many Cheesy Dip Fans
On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina, a Tex-Mex restaurant chain that has locations in the United States and South Korea, is introducing a Queso Club, which grants fans complimentary queso for... MORE
Celebratory Free Beer Promotions
Celebratory Free Beer Promotions
Bud Light is Allowing Fans to Redeem a Beer for a Limited Time
Bud Light is celebrating Memorial Day weekend this year with a new promotion that enables fans in the US who are 21 years and older to send in their receipts so that they can get a free beer,... MORE
Taco Chain Music Videos
Taco Chain Music Videos
The 'Sun Goes Down' Video Comes from a Taco Bell and Lil Nas X Partnership
Taco Bell and Lil Nas X have joined forces to follow up the famed rapper’s iconic ‘Montero’ music video with a new release that pays homage to his pre-fame self, when he worked at... MORE
Antioxidant-Rich Firming Serums
Antioxidant-Rich Firming Serums
Lise Waiter's Sublimessence Serum Contours, Lifts, and Smooths
Lise Watier has introduced its new ‘Sublimessence High Firming Lifting Serum,’ an effective anti-aging product that offers a cosmetic lifting effect, giving the skin a more youthful... MORE
Cozy Noodle-Themed Pajamas
Cozy Noodle-Themed Pajamas
Kraft Mac & Cheese is Celebrating the New 'Space Jam' with a Contest
Kraft Mac & Cheese is getting in on the hype surrounding the upcoming release of ‘Space Jam: A New Legacy’ with the launch of new noodle shapes that pay homage to some of the... MORE
Toning Caffeinated Eye Creams
Toning Caffeinated Eye Creams
This Lifting Eye Crème from Lise Watier Fights Wrinkles & Puffiness
Prestigious Canadian cosmetics company Lise Watier offers the ‘Lift & Firm Y-Zone Ultra-Firming Lifting Eye Crème,’ an effective anti-aging product that’s suitable for... MORE
Scientist-Backed Haircare
Scientist-Backed Haircare
Bill Nye Joined with Head & Shoulders to Highlight Its Effectiveness
Head & Shoulders, the well-known anti-dandruff haircare brand, is looking to broaden its appeal among a younger audience, and to do so, it’s joined forces with the beloved celebrity... MORE
Canadian Marketplace Expansions
Canadian Marketplace Expansions
The Bay's Marketplace Appeals to a Wider Base of Online Shoppers
Hudson’s Bay has added an online Marketplace to its web store, allowing its customers to shop high-quality and authentic goods that are provided by different sellers. Though The Bay features... MORE
Quick Comment Deletion Features
Quick Comment Deletion Features
TikTok is Helping Creators to More Efficiently Manage Comments
TikTok creators who want to leave their comment section option but don’t want to leave hurtful, annoying, or spammy comments on their videos, can now take advantage of a new feature on the... MORE
Revived Cartoon Basketball Toys
Revived Cartoon Basketball Toys
Moose Toys Offers a Range of 'Space Jam: a New Legacy' Figures
With the much-anticipated release of ‘Space Jam: A New Legacy’ drawing near, MooseToys is celebrating the revival of the classic cartoon film with a range of toy figures. Starring... MORE
Intensely Hydrating Face Creams
Intensely Hydrating Face Creams
The Schaf Age Repair Cream is an Effective Three-in-One Product
Schaf, a skincare brand that’s dedicated to simplicity, offers the Age Repair Cream, a three-in-one anti-aging product that’s well-suited to sensitive and mature skin. The product is... MORE
Sustainably Harvested Mezcals
Sustainably Harvested Mezcals
Cutwater Mezcal Comes from Agave Plants on an on-Premise Nursery
Cutwater Mezcal is the latest offering from Cutwater Spirits, a brand that’s dedicated to providing great-tasting products that contribute to its long-term sustainability goals. The limited-... MORE
Balanced THC Lifestyle Launches
Balanced THC Lifestyle Launches
THC Living Now Offers Canned Beverages and a New Topical Roll-On
THC Living, a cannabis lifestyle brand from CBD Living, has announced the launch of two new products: Beverages and Freeze. The first product is a sugar-free canned drink that contains 100mg of... MORE
Botanical Dental Gels
Botanical Dental Gels
NOICE Offers a Sustainably Made Alternative to Traditional Toothpastes
NOICE has debuted a new contender to the fluoride-free dental care market with the introduction of its sustainable Dental Gel. With its Dental Gel, the brand combines organic ingredients, a good... MORE
Loose Powder Sunscreens
Loose Powder Sunscreens
Laboratoire Dr Renaud Launched Mattifying Sunscreen Powders for the Summer
Laboratoire Dr Renaud, a premium skincare brand that offers 100% Canadian products, has announced the release of its loose powder sunscreen. Ideal for those with oiler skin types who struggle to... MORE
Beer-Branded Chess Tournaments
Beer-Branded Chess Tournaments
Stella Artois is Partnering with Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura
Stella Artois is breaking into the world of competitive chess with the help of Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura. Together, the beer brand and Nakamura are hosting the virtual Bullet Chess Speedrun, where... MORE
Espresso-Infused Meat Seasonings
Espresso-Infused Meat Seasonings
The Adam McKenzie Coffee Junkie Spice Blend Complements All Meats
Spiceology now offers the Adam McKenzie Coffee Junkie spice blend, which combines some of the chef’s favorite flavors. Coffee Junkie can be used on its own, or paired with other sweet and... MORE
DIY Bamboo Knitting Kits
DIY Bamboo Knitting Kits
We are Knitters Has Launched Bamboo Fiber Kits for the Hot Summer Weather
We Are Knitters, a DIY label that makes knitting more accessible, has announced the launch of a new range of kits that utilize bamboo fiber. Soft, lightweight, eco-friendly, and naturally anti-... MORE
Grill-Ready Vegan Eats
Grill-Ready Vegan Eats
Sweet Earth Foods Has Debuted Two New Vegan Food Products for the Summer
Sweet Earth Foods, a Nestle-owned brand that specializes in plant-based goods, has announced the release of two new vegan food products that are perfect for summertime grilling: the Awesome Burger 2.... MORE
Virtual Dumpling Making Classes
Virtual Dumpling Making Classes
Umamicart is Hosting a Chef-Led Class for AAPI Heritage Month
Women-founded online Asian grocer Umamicart is set to host a new virtual class series that will allow home chefs of all skill levels to try their hand at making dumplings. Though Umamicart has... MORE
Branded Pubic Hair Songs
Branded Pubic Hair Songs
'The Pube Song' from Venus Aims to Decrease the Stigma Around Pubic Hair
In light of Gillette Venus’ launch of a full range of pubic hair products for women, the brand released ‘The Pube Song’ to celebrate the hairs that often go unappreciated. With... MORE

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Hybrid Alcohol Deliveries
Hybrid Alcohol Deliveries
This Toronto Delivery Service Brings Groceries and Alcohol to Your Door
‘Urbery’ is a Toronto delivery service that works by allowing consumers to order groceries and alcohol to their location with ease and efficiency. The start-up began back in 2015, but... MORE
Freedom-Inspired Fashion
Freedom-Inspired Fashion
Valentim Quaresma's Latest Line Features Intricate Sculptural Work
Valentim Quaresma, a Portuguese fashion designer, unveiled his freedom-inspired Spring/Summer 2017 series during Lisbon’s fashion week—which is perhaps better known as ModaLisboa. Many... MORE
Aerial Vendor Photography
Aerial Vendor Photography
Loes Heerink's 'Vendors from Above' Series is Filled with Vibrant Color
Loes Heerink has lensed many projects throughout time, however she focuses on the human condition most prominently—something that she continues to maintain in her vendor photography.... MORE
Modernized Men's Jumpsuits
Modernized Men's Jumpsuits
'Rabbithole London' Revitalized Work-Inspired Designs and 1980s Looks
‘Rabbithole London,’ a designer clothing retailer based in London, England, released a lookbook that spotlights some of the latest offerings from its Fall/Winter 2016 collection.... MORE
Stigma-Breaking Naloxone Exhibits
Stigma-Breaking Naloxone Exhibits
This Toronto Design Offsite Exhibit Aims to Prevent Overdoses
At this year’s Toronto Design Offsite Festival, OCAD University will host the ‘Designing for Health, Wellness, Action and Destigmatization’ exhibit. The exhibit will include... MORE
Abstract Art-Inspired Apparel
Abstract Art-Inspired Apparel
COS and the Guggenheim Museum Made a Series That Honors Agnes Martin
A fashion label that’s known for its functional and modern designs, COS recently decided to partner with New York’s Guggenheim Museum in order to show how pivotal the works of artists... MORE
Telekinetic Chicken Campaigns
Telekinetic Chicken Campaigns
This KFC India Campaign Was Made to Promote Its 'Nashville Chicken'
This new KFC India campaign was devised to promote the launch of the fast food chain’s new ‘Nashville Chicken.’ As humans are known to have incredibly short attention spans, the... MORE
Artistic Construction Site Photography
Artistic Construction Site Photography
Ben Gowertt's New Project Spotlights Calm Urban Areas
Ben Gowertt, a German photographer, recently lensed a new series that he called ‘Temporary Still Life,’ due to its inclusion of shots that spotlight calm urban areas that would normally... MORE
Non-Toxic Nail Drying Serums
Non-Toxic Nail Drying Serums
tenoverten's Nail Drying Serum Hardens Polish and Enhances Shine
tenoverten, a nail care brand that specializes in creating products that are completely non-toxic and safe to use, recently developed a nail drying serum that’s packing with nourishing vitamin... MORE
Water-Based Stone Sealers
Water-Based Stone Sealers
StoneTech's 'BulletProof Stone Sealer' Provides Long-Lasting Coverage
StoneTech, a brand that offers premium professional products for projects both inside and outside of the home, is behind the ‘BulletProof Stone Sealer.’ As the name of the product... MORE
Versatile Crossbody Bags
Versatile Crossbody Bags
adidas Originals' Trefoil Bag Can Alternatively Be Worn as a Fanny Pack
The Trefoil bags from adidas Originals are the perfect accessory for music festival attendees, as well as those who prefer more athletic styles. Small and lightweight, the Trefoil bags can hold... MORE
Office-Inspired Makeup Packs
Office-Inspired Makeup Packs
This New Benefit Kit Was Made for Working Women on the Go
The new Benefit kits that were made with convenience in mind are sure to be appreciated by those who don’t like lugging around all of their makeup, but still like to get a touch-up or two in... MORE
Annual Queso Subscriptions
Annual Queso Subscriptions
On The Border Introduces Its Queso Club for Its Many Cheesy Dip Fans
On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina, a Tex-Mex restaurant chain that has locations in the United States and South Korea, is introducing a Queso Club, which grants fans complimentary queso for... MORE
Pilot-Inspired Menswear
Pilot-Inspired Menswear
Juun.J's Oversized Collection Takes Inspiration from Pilot Suits
Korean fashion designer Juun.J borrowed from the appearance of traditional pilot suits for his Spring/Summer 2017 collection. The looks make use of greatly oversized styles, with sleeves extending... MORE