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NSBC announces South African Small Business Award winners for 2017
Acknowledging the innovation, grit and determination shown by all to build a better South Africa While the South African economy is subdued, there are many small and medium (SME) businesses working tirelessly to succeed, grow and positively impact the struggling business landscape. In an effort to motivate and grow the SME sector, The National Small... Continue reading→
Make Ads24 a part of your perfect Sunday
The perfect Sunday can mean many things to many people. It could be a braai with family and friends; an opportunity to explore the countryside in a 4X4; a new mountain bike trail to blaze; a race to run; or simply an opportunity to relax on the sofa with cappuccino and your favourite Sunday paper.... Continue reading→
Promise 1st in SA for dedication to BEE
Promise has been voted by clients as the leading agency in South Africa for commitment to Black Economic Empowerment and Transformation. The extensive findings of the latest SCOPEN Agency Scope review have revealed numerous first positions for the agency as measured by the country’s leading marketers. In total more than 219 CMO’s were interviewed... Continue reading→
TRANSIT.TV creates exposure for Daily Kick App
As part of its launch, the new, ground-breaking Daily Kick app has partnered with Transit.TV™. The Daily Kick app brings its users stories from Daily Sun, Soccer Laduma, Kickoff and thousands of other local and international news and sports sites. Users can choose their interests and the best breaking news and sports will come... Continue reading→
Boomtown’s creative for Bronx Woman’s spring/summer 2017 campaign launches
Building on its autumn/winter campaign for Bronx Woman, Boomtown’s creative for the popular footwear brand’s spring/summer collection has gone live. Building on the It’s so me! concept seen last season, the creative is more vibrant and will be seen in stores nationwide, in print, online and through the public relations communications. Briefed to grow the... Continue reading→
Vega invests R3 million in the next generation of industry decision makers
Building an inclusive creative industry starts with a good education, ensuring young people are empowered to hold their own in the working world and sustain successful careers in the future. Vega, a brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE), supports transformation in South Africa’s brand communication fields with bursary programmes and annual events,... Continue reading→
Boomtown to propel Propella brand
Boomtown is working with Port Elizabeth-based business incubator, Propella to enhance the brand and move it towards its own corporate objectives. Following a series of workshops, Boomtown has created a brand positioning for Propella, and consolidating its corporate identity, with the roll-out to commence early 2018. “We love working with, and supporting SMEs in the... Continue reading→
Black Friday is coming! Get your brands front and centre
Retailers are gearing up for what is arguably the biggest retail sales day of the year, Black Friday, on the 24th November. What can brands do to win their share of mind amongst consumers? Marc du Plessis, Joint CEO of SPARK Media advises. Traditionally an American shopping holiday, Black Friday has grown in popularity amongst... Continue reading→
Planning agency relationships for 2018: Timing is key for marketing professionals
As South African companies head towards the summer holidays, many are winding down. Not so for Marketing Directors, says IAS Managing Director Johanna McDowell, as this six-month period has come to be known as “review season”. “Just as individuals review their year toward the start of a new one, CMOs and marketing managers begin... Continue reading→
Homegrown App-Based Eventing Platform A Reality In 2018
A homegrown eventing platform harnessing the power of app technology will become a reality in South Africa when it launches early in 2018. Currently in Beta testing, the Flock Eventing Platform is an app that event attendees – be they regular or ad hoc – download to their smartphones or tablets and which houses all...