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Black Business Month Courageous Comebacks Series: Netta Dobbins, Mimconnect

ByCrayons & Marketers

Black-owned businesses were hit hard by COVID-19 and the ensuing economic fallout.  But Black founders tapped into a well of resilience to forge a path forward. Some pivoted while others doubled down. The result is a renewed sense of purpose and a fresh perspective on building sustainable, marketable businesses. In celebration of National Black Business…

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What We Know About The Terms Hispanic, Latino/a, and Latinx

ByCindy R Hall

Hispanics are the largest minority group in the U.S. and far from a monolith. Hailing from over 20 countries of origin, U.S. Hispanics represent a rich tapestry of culture and diversity, not to mention over a trillion dollars in purchasing power. As the population of U.S. born Hispanics continues to grow, we see a shift…

How Language Code-Switching Changed Hispanic Marketing
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How Language Code-Switching Changed Hispanic Marketing

ByCindy R Hall

Spanglish, a hybrid of English and Spanish, is widely spoken across the U.S. and prominent in bilingual communities. This term can be traced back to the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848 and the Gadsden Purchase of 1853. Mexico’s northern lands claimed by the U.S. eventually became today’s Arizona, California, New Mexico, and others. The…

How to Make Your Agency More Attractive to Diverse Suppliers
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How to Make Your Agency More Attractive to Diverse Suppliers

ByCindy R Hall

Calls for social justice last year shined a national spotlight on disparities in contracts awarded to diverse suppliers. While this may have been news to the broader community, minority, women, veteran, and LGBT- owned business enterprises have been calling foul for some time now. The federal government has achieved its goal of awarding at least…

Transcreation: Content Profiling and Creativity in Marketing Campaigns
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Transcreation: Content Profiling and Creativity in Marketing Campaigns

ByCrayons & Marketers

In Netflix’s documentary, The Toys That Made Us, storytellers chronicle some of the most “iconic toy franchises” in history. Including the early 90s live-action series, The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. Adapted from the Japanese TV series Super Sentai, the show quickly became popular among American youth, fueled by intergalactic action figures and clever merchandising. But…

Catching Unconscious Bias in Marketing
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Catching Unconscious Bias in Marketing

ByCrayons & Marketers

At people3, Inc., unconscious bias training is one of our most requested workshops. While many are just becoming aware of these two words, unconscious bias has been trending within the diversity and inclusion space for several years now. When we deliver these diversity and inclusion training courses, we often reveal the final analysis before delivering…

Research and Segmentation Can Improve Your Campaign Strategy
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Research and Segmentation Can Improve Your Campaign Strategy

ByCindy R Hall

National Hispanic Heritage Month is in full swing. This month-long celebration highlights the contributions and accomplishments of U.S. Hispanics and, for marketers, presents an opportunity to connect with this thriving demographic. Brands have become increasingly aware that Hispanics are not a monolith. Factors such as country of origin, language, and acculturation weave a brilliant tapestry….

3 Ways MWBEs Can Market More Effectively to Government Agencies
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3 Ways MWBEs Can Market More Effectively to Government Agencies

ByElizabeth Willis

Companies looking to do business in the public sector must first learn how to market their goods and services to government agencies. As in the private sector, government buyers are interested in knowing your capabilities, seeing examples of work, and learning more about your organization’s story. But despite best efforts, many minority and women-owned businesses…

Brands Taking A Stand: How To Approach Corporate Social Responsibility ‘Responsibly’
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Brands Taking A Stand: How To Approach Corporate Social Responsibility ‘Responsibly’

ByElizabeth Willis

The trifecta of health, wealth, and racial inequality has gripped the heart of the country over the past few months. The economic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic exposed vulnerabilities within businesses and disparities in lending practices, healthcare, and employment opportunities. The brutal use of lethal force against Rayshard Brooks, George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and many…