Photo Credit: RAB/NAB Radio Show 2018
Author: Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB
During the 2018 Radio Show, the overarching theme was about data – demystifying it, understanding where to get and how to use it as well as the opportunities it can create.
In addition, throughout the Radio Show, there was a secondary message: Radio is a strong and nimble medium that continues to evolve, to not only meet but exceed the demands and expectations of its listeners and advertising partners.
Author: Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB
$1.5 trillion. That is the buying power of the Hispanic consumer – the largest minority market in the U.S. According to the Selig Center for Economic Growth, this group’s economic clout has grown 203% since 2000, which makes it one of the fastest growing consumer markets here in the U.S. This group represents nearly 18% of the country’s population.
Advertising to ethnic audiences was once considered an afterthought. However, as the buying power of Hispanic consumers continued to increase, its importance as a target audience for advertisers grew.
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Author: Annette Malave, SVP/Insights, RAB
Here we are – mid-July, lush gardens, warm weather, barbecues and picnics with friends and families. The mid-point of summer and the year are now over. This means only one thing – back-to-school shopping is in full swing!
While it may seem difficult to believe, go into any retailer of clothing, shoes or office supplies and the deals are just starting as the school shopping season runs from July through September. These retailers, whether they have a national footprint or one location on Main Street, have the same goal – to reach potential shoppers, get them to their location and shop. Why? Because back-to-school shopping is the second biggest shopping season for retailers. And according to the National Retail Federation, 2017 back-to-school (BTS) shopping was expected to reach $83.6 billion.