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.
Cheddar News takes a look at The Day Ahead as a slate of earnings is due to be reported from some of the country's biggest banks, including JPMorgan, PNC, Wells Fargo and Citigroup. March retail sales are also on tap to be released.
Folks are starting to book summer travel despite inflation concerns. Hayley Berg, chief economist at online travel agency Hopper, joined Cheddar News to provide tips on how to save when planning your trip.
Cheddar News is highlighting companies with a focus on sustainability for Earth Month. Ashley Allen, chief sustainability officer with Oatly, joined Cheddar News to discuss her company's mission to deliver products that have a minimal environmental impact. "We want to make it easy for people to eat better and live healthier lives without recklessly taxing the planet's resources," she said.
Anthony Saccaro, founder and president of Providence Financial, joined Cheddar News to discuss Thursday's trading session as stocks and indexes showed positive gains following some economic data but fears of a recession continue to grow.
Some well-known iconic and historic cars are getting a modern twist this year. Cheddar News' Michelle Castillo checked in with some high-profile car executives to discuss the upgrades to some of the cars folks have loved for decades.