Nike dumps Amazon to focus on D2C efforts, more “distinctive” partnerships
In 2017, after years of resistance, Nike announced that it would sell shoes and athletic apparel directly on Amazon.
The best social media stories & campaigns from June 2019
It’s monthly social media roundup time again and we’ve got campaigns from Nike, Sprite and Mastercard as well as updates from Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn and more. With no further ado let’s get into it… (Remember that Econsultancy subscribers can check out the Social Quarterly, as well as our Social Media Best Practice Guides) Pinterest further […]
The best social media stories & campaigns from February 2019
February may be the shortest month of the year, but we’ve got a tall order of social stories and campaigns from Nike, British Airways, TikTok, LinkedIn and Twitter – let’s get started.
The best social stories & campaigns from December 2018
To round off 2018 here are some of the best social stories and campaigns we saw in December – including Facebook, OTRO, Raheem Sterling and Nike, and more.
How Nike uses Facebook and Instagram
Nike is the largest sports brand in the world, worth close to $16 billion. So, how does one of the world’s most recognisable brands cut through the clutter on social?
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30 brands with excellent social media strategies
Okay, it’s probably disingenuous to pretend that social media is still something nascent and unproven for brands.
Nike’s new NYC store raises the bar for customized shopping experiences
Nike’s latest flagship store has arrived on New York’s Fifth Avenue, and with it comes a glimpse into the future of retail. An oft-trotted expression maybe, but the ‘Nike House of Innovation 000’ (its official title) is deserving.
The best social media stories & campaigns from July 2018
As the sunshine in the UK continues into what feels like it’s 656th day, social stories and campaigns continue to keep us entertained!
Here are some of the best from July 2018 – featuring Nike, Facebook, The World Cup, William Hill and more…
Was the World Cup a scoreless draw for Nike, Adidas & Puma?
As any fan of soccer – or communications – will attest to, the World Cup traditionally delivers memorable campaigns.
Nike often leads the way with epic adverts such as ‘The Secret Tournament’ (players battling in a cage on a disused tanker) or the immense ‘Write The Future’ (a ‘sliding doors’ ad which features Wayne Rooney living in a caravan). Both managed to balance deification and anticipation with a sense of humour.
Amazon is reportedly launching a retargeting ad product
Without much fanfare, Amazon has managed to build a billion-dollar advertising business.
That’s not so surprising when one considers that, depending on who you ask, roughly 50% of consumers in the US start a product search on the company’s site or in its mobile app, and many more consult Amazon before finalizing a purchasing decision.
The best social stories and campaigns from March 2018
I think it’s time to dive back into the ever-changing world of social!
Here’s a look back at the biggest stories and campaigns we saw in March, featuring International Women’s Day, Nike, Trainline, YouTube TV, Zlatan and more.
Why Nike’s refreshed product pages improve CX (& beat Adidas)
Nike has recently refreshed its product pages on its ecommerce store.
There are some key changes which are worth a look…