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New horizons for data-driven direct mail marketing

Martech

.” Remarks from Jacob Ross, CEO of programmatic direct mail vendor PebblePost. Ross admits he’s a proponent of direct mail marketing but tells us: “If what shows up in your mailbox is relevant and respectful, then you’re likely to engage with it. “That’s the beauty of direct mail.

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5 key trends we’re seeing in B2B marketing

Martech

I recall IBM in the 1990s with the “hybrid” program for selling huge mainframes by breaking the sales process into its component parts, and assigning various parts to cheaper channels, like inside sales, direct mail catalogs, and channel partners. Video is, as it should be, everywhere in B2B. It’s hard to keep up!

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Mail still holds appeal for younger generation

Martech

Not only does mail still exist (it’s that stuff in your mailbox) but direct mail continues to play a role in marketing. The internet has not killed direct mail. It’s worth considering whether positive attitudes to mail in general extend to direct mail marketing. Why we care.

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Designing an Event Marketing Budget? Here’s What Experts Recommend

Hubspot Marketing

For B2C events, consider location or interests when targeting your demographics for digital ads. Direct mail campaign. Direct mail is more expensive but can be highly effective if you’re inviting members or current customers to your event.

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Customer experience tools and strategies: 2025 Predictions

Martech

Postie is a platform for data-driven direct mail. Dont be surprised if some brands look to sidestep the online noise and invest more in offline channels like direct mail. Despite the digital surge, direct mail will remain a steadfast marketing tool in 2025, said Neddenriep.

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5 Steps to Create an Outstanding Marketing Plan [Free Templates]

Hubspot Marketing

Marketing plans can get quite granular to reflect the industry you're in, whether you're selling to consumers (B2C) or other businesses (B2B), and how big your digital presence is. Maybe you run a social media campaign on Twitter to raise brand awareness or a direct mail campaign to notify your audience of upcoming sales.

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What Is Paid Media? Definition, Examples & 7-Step Guide

Neil Patel

Traditional media: Commercials, billboards , and direct mail are examples of traditional media. Social media ads aren’t just for B2C brands, either. Native ads : These are ads that fit within the flow of content and are often indistinguishable from it at first glance.