The annual search to find Ireland’s top marketer is underway as nominations are sought for Marketer of the Year (MotY) 2024. As always, the judges are looking for candidates who have achieved outstanding brand success through exceptional strategic direction, innovation, creativity and effective communications. Entrants must have a track record of driving growth and possess […]
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Häagen-Dazs in tie-up with Emily in Paris
Premium ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs has a new worldwide campaign which is centred around season four of the hit show Emily in Paris streaming on Netflix from August 15. The ‘Be More Emily’ campaign includes a limited-edition ice cream collection in 41 markets, specially themed cakes in selected shops, pop-up experiences and social media activities […]
Ryan to take on AIB customer role
AIB has appointed Orlaith Ryan as chief customer officer. The move follows changes to the bank’s executive committee aimed at delivering a three-year strategy with a sharper focus on serving the bank’s 3.3 million customers, greening the business and driving efficiencies. The new CCO role is aimed at enhancing customer experience through better understanding of […]
Allianz game for Olympics until 2028
German-owned insurer Allianz Ireland has renewed its sponsorship with the Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI), supporting Team Ireland en route to Paris 2024 and beyond. As an official OFI partner, the new deal sees Allianz extend its support through to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Allianz has been the official worldwide insurance sponsor of […]
New judges for Marketer of the Year
Three marketers have joined the judging panel to assess this year’s submissions for Marketer of the Year (MotY). Geoff Codd, residential business and marketing director, Energia; Jess Kelly, retail marketing manager, Tirlán (previously Glanbia) and Colm Sherwin, chief digital and investment manager, Core, are now part of the panel in place of Paul Dervan, Miro; […]
Wafer voted Europe’s top marketer
The European Marketing Confederation (EMC) selected Diageo’s Gráinne Wafer as the first winner of the European Marketer of the Year award at a gala ceremony in Madrid. The competition is organised across the EMC’s 11 member countries, the award honours the outstanding contribution made to business by Europe’s top marketing professional. Each EMC marketing body proposes […]
Today FM creates Swift mark on Dublin beach
Today FM marked the arrival of country singer Taylor Swift to Ireland with a guerilla campaign and a sign installed on a Dublin beach. The large-scale, 20-letter sign read ‘Ireland (Taylor’s Version)’ in a nod to the superstar’s album titles. The sign appeared ahead of Swift’s three sold out gigs in Aviva Stadium at the […]
Ireland stars in Netflix’s Bodkin
Scenes from West Cork, Wicklow and Dublin features in the popular Netflix black comedy Bodkin which was filmed entirely on location in Ireland. Tourism Ireland has created a short behind-the-scenes film – in which creator, co-showrunner and executive producer Jez Scharf and actors Will Forte (Gilbert), Siobhán Cullen (Dove), Robyn Cara (Emmy) and David Wilmot […]
Ballygowan creates buzz in helping bees
Britvic Ireland’s Ballygowan facility in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick has become an official area of conservation for the native Irish honey bee. The commitment fell on World Bee Day, which aims to raise awareness on the importance of pollinators and their contribution to sustainable development. The move makes Ballygowan the only bottled water in Ireland […]
Convenience key to online purchases
A year’s data from the An Post e-commerce Index reveals that convenience is the key driver for online purchases with a 72 per cent vote, while 40 per cent of all online orders come through retailer social media or marketplace websites and apps. An Post is making detailed findings from its study available to Irish […]
DMG Media launches Mum Marketing
DMG Media Ireland has launched its Mum Marketing brand, providing brands with access to Ireland community of mothers. Brands now can connect with 75 per cent of Irish mums across the Rollercoaster.ie and Everymum parenting platforms, through display, video, native content, sampling and research channels. DMG commissioned Amárach Research to survey a sample from their […]
Bord Bia all set for colourful Bloom
An estimated 100,000 visitors are expected to attend the 18th-annual Bloom garden and food festival in the Phoenix Park over the June holiday weekend. The show gardens are most people’s favourite part of the festival, along with meeting food producers and growers, learning from the experts and enjoying a day out with family or friends. […]
Promise Gluten Free scoops grand prix at AIMs
The Promise Gluten Free brand whose ads herald ‘Better Bread, That’s a Promise’ won the inaugural grand prix at the Marketing Institute’s 18th annual All Ireland Marketing Awards (AIMs). PGF’s national campaign showcased customer stories across radio, out of home (OOH), digital, influencer, in-store and sponsorship. The work transformed Promise Gluten Free into a mainstream […]
