LIONS Live launches on 22 June 2020 for a global meeting of minds

Cannes Lions is presenting LIONS Live, a curated digital experience for everyone, everywhere, who believes in creative possibility from 22-26 June 2020. LIONS Live will bring the global creative community together to address the future of creativity. LIONS Live will be broadcast from a London studio, hosted by BBC journalist and presenter, Tina Daheley, with […]
Taylor’s ranks as best private University in Malaysia

The QS World University Rankings for the 2021 series was released today and Taylor’s University has fared outstandingly as the university climbed 135 spots, to rank 379 globally. This new ranking places Taylor’s university amongst the top flight of universities in the world and subsequently making it as the top Malaysian private university, according to […]
Don’t blame Astro for showing how it is really done!

When all cards are on the table, driving client strategies with honest hearts evoke brand love for all. The game-changing idea that a media platform can be a holistic problem-solver for brands, would confuse the hell out of any Marketing Manager because the concept is a mad stretch of the imagination on any scale, in […]
Ranga resigns from OMG Malaysia and Singapore

Ranganathan Somanathan or Ranga, who heads OMG (Omnicom Media Group) Singapore and Malaysia which includes OMD and PHD is leaving his post at the end of this month after almost four years at the helm. He joined OMG from Starcom Mediavest Group where he was chief operating officer of SEA and head of global network clients for […]
VMO Rocks with a Heart for F&B Operators

In the midst of the slowdown in the F&B and events industry, one company is helping players effectively ride out this period. When it comes to food and beverage, Malaysia is truly blessed. There is no denying that Malaysians’ love for food has enabled a truly vibrant F&B industry in the country. Its unique identity […]
What do 1664 Blanc and Nerdunit have in common? Good taste.

1664 Blanc, the fastest-growing premium brand in Malaysia, shared good taste with a twist via an exclusive fashion collaboration with streetwear brand Nerdunit in the first-ever virtual launch for a beer brand in Malaysia. The 1664 Blanc has a long and rich history of collaborating with international designers such as Christian Lacroix and Philippe Starck, […]
Is it time for brands to embrace marketing activities during the weekend?

For online businesses and brands, the world of e-commerce never sleeps. It’s a 24/7 environment and brands looking to get a leg up on their competition can ill-afford to take their foot off the gas and risk someone else taking their place. That’s why a growing number of digital marketers believe that brands can no […]
MARKETING Weekender – Issue 248

Click here to read Issue 248. You can also receive your very own free copy of MARKETING WEEKENDER every Friday. Save 0122052588 under the name Ham in your phone and WhatsApp the word “WANT”.
Spikes Asia Festival Director Joe Pullos steps down

Spikes Asia’s Festival Director, Joe Pullos has stepped down from his role to pursue other opportunities in APAC. In light of the challenges caused by the COVID-19 crisis, Spikes 2020 was canceled and will be introduced in 2021 in a new festival model. “We are grateful to Joe for his efforts in building Spikes to […]
T-10 days to Young Lions Live Awards submission deadline

The Young Lions Live Award, in partnership with UN World Food Programme calls on young talents to answer a brief and they have until 14 June to submit their work. From 22-26 June, join LIONS Live for original thinking, expert perspectives on what’s next, heavyweight debates, masterclasses, and beautifully produced films, crafted by the most creative […]