Marketing Tactics

The Mahindra Group launches India's biggest innovation prize - the 'Rise Prize' which offers USD1 million to drive globally relevant, disruptive innovations while helping build a culture of innovation in India.

Mattel, Inc. and MEGA Brands Inc. announce a definitive agreement for Mattel's acquisition, through a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mattel, Inc., of MEGA Brands for US$460 million.

The partnership involves sales and marketing efforts along with in-store support from major retailers.

This annual competition spotlights excellence in creative services, celebrating the power of package design and in-store graphics to advance brands and forge an emotional connection with the consumer at the point of purchase.

CGT Executive Editor Alliston Ackerman gives you a sneak peek into the trends and topics discussed in this month's issue.

An in-depth look at the changing role of category captainship in consumer goods

"Everything I need to know... I learned in kindergarten," wrote author Robert Fulcrum. For Amanda Klane and Drew Harrington, those lessons included getting to know your fellow five-year-olds. Fast forward 18 years, and the former classmates would reunite to embrace the roller coaster ride that accompanied the launch of their fast-growth company, Yasso Frozen Greek Yogurt.

A recap of the event's insightful presentations that explored the role that collaboration can play in advancing projects in supply chain, sales and marketing, analytics, data sharing and more.