Those of us in the marketing and advertising services industry work pretty darned hard at new business. Hunting for prospects. Jumping on leads. Participating in RFPs and pitches. It’s often said that new business is the lifeblood of a successful marketing services partner business because one way or another an agency will lose every one of its…
The holidays are upon us and there is no better time of year for gathering with friends and family, attending parties, spreading goodwill, and of course, shopping. The stores are crowded, the digital shopping carts are full, and brands and retailers are lining up to position their latest goods for this holiday season. All this…
Sitting among other honorees is truly an honor when your company is once again recognized as one of America’s fastest-growing privately held companies in the Inc. 5000. For the second year-in-a-row, Brkthru made this prestigious list, ranked by the editors of Inc. according to the percentage of growth of their annual revenue over the most-recent three-year period. The…
Community banks have experienced a remarkable resurgence in recent years, gaining the trust of local communities across the country, especially in the face of the challenges that have arisen since 2020. This resurgence has not only restored faith in the banking system, but has also translated into remarkable success in their marketing campaigns. This article…
In the ever-changing landscape of the digital age, social media has seamlessly integrated into our daily lives, reshaping communication, information dissemination, and business strategies. With smartphones becoming ubiquitous, social media engagement has soared, profoundly shaping consumer behavior and societal trends. Traditional platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat paved the way for modern advertising and…
We were up at dawn eating cereal and watching cartoons but soon out the door not to be seen or heard from again until the streetlights came on. We took it very seriously to be outside all day playing cops & robbers or steal the flag. We rode our bikes, played in the nearby creeks,…
Being the data geek and marketing lover that I am, I sit here with a huge smile on my face looking at the cover of L.L. Bean’s 2023 Christmas catalog. I just watched GWI/PMG’s joint webinar on a study they conducted in September on 2023 holiday season spending, attitudes, and behavior. Kudos to the marketing…
In the past decade, the rise of streaming services has resulted in a groundbreaking shift in the way we consume content and live sports is no exception. Streaming platforms offer fans the flexibility to watch sports on their own terms. This convenience means sports lovers can follow their favorite teams from anywhere and from whatever…
In the fast-paced world of digital advertising, brands need to make smart choices to stand out and connect with their audiences effectively. While some brands and agencies opt for a self-serve approach using DIY platforms (such as Centro or Google for example), partnering with a digital advertising agency with white glove managed service brings significant…
At Brkthru, we firmly believe our people are our intellectual property. We don’t hold patents on proprietary technology and our trade secrets can, in theory, be replicated by anyone. In fact, we’ll willingly share the key ingredient. What makes Brkthru, and our people, so remarkable? One singular word – service. Service can be defined in…