Video is a powerful tool in marketing. Brands are increasingly turning to data to create video ad campaigns targeted at consumers. Mark Flaherty, COO at SundaySky, was with us at the eTail West event in Palm Springs to explain the trick for creating marketing videos that work.
SundaySky uses video to help brands connect with consumers in a personalized way. He explains why personalized video experiences are important for retail companies. SundaySky combines the power of data with the power of video to create a relevant, engaging experience, according to Flaherty.
Flaherty shares which companies are marketing the right way. He said Saks, Staples, and Overstock have some of the best execution in retail. SundaySky is helping those companies use their data to better understand their target audience.
Aidan McClean, co-founder and CEO of UFODRIVE, joined Cheddar News to discuss how his company plans to shake up the car rental market with a digital experience. "There are no lines, there are no paperwork, there is no key collection ... no pushy insurance or pushy fuel options," he said. "You simply arrive for your electric car, use your smartphone and drive away."
Nearly half of Americans report having to side hustle to make ends meet, according to a survey from LendingTree. Jane Oates, president of WorkingNation, joined Cheddar News to discuss the state of play as families are having a difficult time with inflation and high-interest rates.
Melissa Armo, founder and owner of The Stock Swoosh, joined Cheddar News to discuss this week's markets which were little changed in trading as investors digested the latest corporate earnings results as concerns over a coming recession grow.
Peter Krull, a partner and director of sustainable investing at Prime Capital Investment Advisors company Earth Equity Advisors, joined Cheddar News to give some tips on green investments.
Investment in space was down 53% over the first three months of the year, according to a report from investment fund Space Capital. Chad Anderson, founder and managing partners of Space Capital, joined Cheddar News to discuss the funding downturn that's hit the lowest level in 14 quarters for the space industry.
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