by Betsy McLarney, CEO, EMC Outdoor. It’s that time of year again when we look at the coming year and predict 2025 marketing trends. For Out-of-Home media trends, some are not necessarily new but are continuations of existing shifts. […]
This year, the EMC Outdoor team traveled to nearly a dozen convention markets to support our association, non-profit event organizer, and corporate exhibitor partners with out-of-home (OOH) sponsorships. From the East Coast, to Chicago, up to a mile high in Denver, and multiple cities in sunny California – we spent over a month watching attendee behavior in convention markets in 2024 alone. […]
It’s that time of year again, as marketers are putting the final touches on their media plans for next year and looking to wrap up their Out-of-Home media budget optimization. As Out-of-Home specialists, we know all too well that OOH is often left until the end of planning and usually only receives a very small portion of the budget compared to its flashier cousins. […]
There are a few reasons why advertisers don’t use Out-Of-Home media – and all of them are wrong. But before we dissect these reasons, let’s take a quick look at the underlying decision-making process and how that influences the choice to include OOH or not. It’s the question of logic vs emotion. […]
EMC Outdoor is excited to announce the addition of Marianne Schulmeister as Vice President of Client Partnerships. Marianne brings a unique blend of creativity and strategy to her role, with years of experience across multiple media channels. Marianne’s career in media began at 92.5 XTU in Philadelphia, where she worked as an Account Executive. […]
In the ever-evolving advertising world, understanding the power of different media channels is crucial for crafting effective campaigns. Out of Home (OOH) advertising, encompassing everything from billboards to transit ads, continues to prove its worth as a dynamic and influential medium. But what makes OOH stand out, and why should marketers consider it a vital part of their strategy? […]
In today’s dynamic marketing landscape, event organizers constantly seek innovative strategies to enhance attendee experiences, increase sponsor satisfaction, and maximize non-dues revenue for associations. One frequently overlooked avenue is integrating Out-of-Home media programs into an event sponsorship prospectus. […]
Out of home media for virtual businesses is a largely untapped resource for online businesses. In today’s rapidly growing and increasingly mobile digital age, virtual and online-only companies are radically changing how we shop, work, and interact. […]
A few weeks ago, we talked with a client about using Out-of-Home media for conference marketing, in this case, a major medical meeting. We reviewed the media options available in the different markets and which ones we felt were the strongest for reaching the conference attendees. Then someone asked: “What about wasted impressions?”. […]
Welcome to the latest chapter in our series, where we dive deep into various markets, providing valuable insights and expert advice drawn from our wide-ranging 30-year experience in the Out of Home advertising industry. […]
In today’s fast-paced world, consumers constantly seek unique experiences that offer an escape. For tourists, this desire is amplified as they yearn for memorable moments that go beyond sightseeing and souvenirs. According to a recent Forbes survey, “Americans took an average of 2.1 trips in 2023, with 36% of respondents traveling three or more times for leisure reasons. […]
by Christie Massey. How cost-effective is Out of Home media? It’s an important question for marketers as they build their media plans and have to justify their choices. […]
The Challenge Associations Face in Expanding Non-Dues Revenue During my 15-year career working for associations as an event professional, I was responsible for expanding non-dues revenue and building profitable partnerships. Our team was constantly exploring innovations to help capture and generate additional non-dues revenue. […]
As a woman-owned agency, we are committed to fostering diversity and representation among women in marketing. This Women’s History Month, our team takes immense pride in spotlighting the remarkable women who have not only paved the way but also inspired us to strive for greatness. […]
Experiential marketing in the digital age may seem like a throwback in some ways, but nothing could be further from the truth. Experiential marketing is a perfect partner for digital media and can help drive business growth. At this point, making observations about the speed of technological change in our lives seems redundant. […]
