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Keurig and the challenges of remaining non-partisan in a polarized marketplace

Being truly apolitical is no longer an option. Greg Sterling on November 13, 2017   An opinion piece in Ad Age argues that brands should remain non-partisan and should avoid “steering clear of right-leaning sites.” It depends on what you mean by “right-leaning sites,” but that’s now easier said than done. A case in point … Continue reading Keurig and the challenges of remaining non-partisan in a polarized marketplace

Will brands be forced to take sides in a more polarized marketplace?

Being apolitical may no longer be an option for brands in the Trump era. Greg Sterling on November 14, 2016   During the US presidential campaign, bookings at Trump hotel properties saw a whopping 60 percent decline. This was a result of customers voting with their wallets. Indeed, the Trump brand became so damaged that … Continue reading Will brands be forced to take sides in a more polarized marketplace?