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TikTok Advertising: Is It Right For Me?

Posted by Jessie Donlon
May 25, 2023
11:00 AM

After months of experimenting with TikTok content, advertising, and all of its intricacies, we're ready to share what we've learned... and our findings might surprise you! We've broken down some investment levels to show you the different options you have when it comes to having a presence on this platform.

5 Steps To Spring Clean Your Public Relations Efforts

Posted by DMA Solutions Team
March 9, 2023
12:00 PM

Just as our wardrobes are constantly going in and out of style, PR materials created at certain periods in a company’s lifespan can become stale and show signs of aging in these fast-paced times. To help you along your spring cleaning journey, we’ve rounded up the top five areas to focus on this season to ensure your PR strategy is prepared for a strong, efficient summer!

Three Marketing Trends You Need to Capitalize On in 2023

Posted by Mari Cobb
December 1, 2022
12:00 PM

HubSpot recently published their annual Marketing Strategy & Trends Report for 2023, including great insights for fresh produce marketers! We're sharing what we think is most important and the top three marketing trends you need to capitalize on in 2023.

5 Steps to Grow Your Marketing Budget

Posted by Marci Allen
September 8, 2022
11:00 AM

Budgets are a tricky thing. You need to be able to justify the spend to get it in the first place, but often the justification only comes when you can show proof in the pudding. Are you looking for ways to grow your budget and make it work more effectively for you? Let us help!

What Blew Us Away (#WBUA): The 2022 IFPA Foodservice Conference

Posted by DMA Solutions Team
August 4, 2022
11:00 AM

With a large portion of the world navigating a heat wave this summer, the cool breeze from the Pacific was just what the doctor ordered for two DMAers seeking to beat the summer heat. That's why last week, we did not walk, we ran to catch our flight to Monterey, California in search of cool weather, delicious food, and camaraderie.

10 Things Every Marketer Should Be Worried About RIGHT NOW

Posted by Megan Zweig
July 28, 2022
11:00 AM

The new year comes and goes so quickly, doesn't it? Once we reach the 4th of July, it seems like we're already counting down to the next year and the new opportunities available for marketers to plan for the coming months. Here are 10 things marketers should be worried about RIGHT NOW!

What Fresh Produce Marketers Need to Know About Gen Z

Posted by Mackenzie McLeod
June 23, 2022
11:00 AM

Did you know that at 65 million strong, Generation Z makes up a quarter of the US population? Marketing veterans in the fresh produce space might agree that as an industry, we sat on our laurels when it came to preparing ourselves to effectively market to millennials. Here are the realities of marketing to Gen Z!

5 Common Storytelling Mistakes Made By Marketers

Posted by DMA Solutions Team
June 14, 2022
11:00 AM

When done right, great storytelling will cut through the noise, get the attention of your potential shoppers or customers, and more importantly, grow your business. If your audience can't tell what you do at first glance, odds are, you are missing an opportunity to connect. Here are 5 common storytelling mistakes made by marketers!

4 Trade Advertising Metrics You Need To Know Now

Posted by Jessica Schneider
June 1, 2022
11:00 AM

Similar to email marketing, website visits, social media likes, comments, and shares, and of course public relations placements, advertising can (and should be) measured to ensure your efforts are working as well as proving to be successful. So, how do you measure the success of your advertising strategy? We’ve done the heavy lifting for you and rounded up four metrics to keep an eye on when it comes to advertising analytics.

The Benefits of Having a Messaging Guide

Posted by Megan Zweig
May 24, 2022
11:00 AM

Brands often overlook the importance of creating, having, and sharing a simple messaging guide that explains the who, why, and what for a company or brand. We believe that branding and messaging are the right places for marketers to start when considering "how to improve marketing efforts" before spending money on other typical marketing activations. Here are the benefits you might expect to receive as a result of having a messaging guide created for your company or brand.