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Ikea understands the value of both creative advertising and a good night's sleep. The brand combined the two aims in a novel campaign by Swedish agency Akestam Holst NoA. Earlier this year, the retailer held an open call for "sleepfluencers" who could apply to receive free roller blinds to darken their bedrooms while they dozed….

Lance Frank has been named Head of Communications for CBS News, Stations & Media Ventures. His promotion was announced today by CBS News president and CEO Wendy McMahon and EVP of Communications Chris Ender. "I've personally known Lance for a long time. He is a gifted communicator, a great strategist and a trusted advisor," McMahon…

Tools of the Trade is an AgencySpy feature to help highlight the many tools that help make advertising and marketing folks successful. The tools can be anything that helps people perform at their top form, from a favorite drafting table to the best software program to a lucky pen, a vintage typewriter or a pair…

Publicis Groupe has entered into an agreement to buy Mars United Commerce, one of the largest independent agencies specializing in retail media. According to Publicis, the acquisition of United Mars Commerce will help brands through all aspects of retail media, from planning, buying ads, and tracking sales from campaigns. Mars United Commerce works with more…

Nothing can really prepare you for motherhood or a career in corporate. But what if being a mother helped you thrive as a manager? And what if your career instilled the soft skills to motivate your children? For the president of entertainment and brand ad agency Mocean, Erica Coates, the demanding nature of both roles…

Let the tears of flamin' hot joy flow, creators: PepsiCo's Frito-Lay and Doritos are bringing back Crash the Super Bowl. Nearly 20 years ago, Crash the Super Bowl first allowed anyone with a camera to make their own 30-second spot and compete for cash prizes and the ability to work with famous directors. By the…

Byron Allen's Allen Media Group is planning more cost cutting measures. Bloomberg said Allen Media's debt has been trading at distressed levels over the last few months. The company's $840 million term loan, which is maturing in 2027, was trading at around 65 cents on the dollar as of Tuesday, down from 88 cents in…

Justin Halverson has been named vice president of sales for NBC 7 San Diego (KNSD) and Telemundo 20 San Diego (KUAN). Starting October 7, he'll oversee national, local and digital sales across the stations' TV, streaming and digital platforms. Halverson comes from NBCUniversal Local's Bay Area properties, where he spent eight years. Most recently, he…

Homosexuality remains a crime in 62 countries worldwide. A sheep farm in Germany is helping to combat those efforts by producing a textile made from the wool of gay rams. Yes, you read that correctly. Rainbow Wool raises awareness for the queer community and supports the fight for legal and social equality. It is designed…

Longtime National Basketball Association insider Adrian Wojnarowski retired from his role with ESPN Wednesday in a shocking move. Wojnarowski–one of the most influential news breakers in sports media history, who is famous for his "Woj bombs"–will become general manager of the men's basketball program at his alma mater, St. Bonaventure University. (The Athletic) Wojnarowski, 55,…