Portrait of Paul Hiebert

Paul Hiebert

Paul Hiebert is Adweek's senior reporter covering data and insights.

Alt Image Text

Why B-to-B Companies Are Investing More in Brand Marketing

Practical Insights

Experts explain three factors propelling the trend.

Alt Image Text

Infographic: The Advertising Industry’s New Job Landscape

Data Points

The marketing universe, upended by Covid, evolved considerably over the past year.

Alt Image Text

CMOs Can’t Defend What They Can’t Define

Practical Insights

New data suggests the struggle to prove ROI persists.

Alt Image Text

Infographic: The Time Is Right for Private-Label Brands to Sway Shoppers

Data Points

Price is just one of many factors that can get consumers to switch from national brands.

Alt Image Text

Why Brands Should Be Thinking More About Community

Practical Insights

In a post-pandemic world, people have a renewed desire to belong.

Alt Image Text

Infographic: Diverse Audiences Value Brands That Show Up Where They Are

Data Points

Infographic: There are good reasons for marketers to diversify their investments.

Alt Image Text

The Future of Marketing Is Earned

Practical Insights

As consumer behavior shifts and ad budgets shrink, earned media is becoming more important.

Alt Image Text

The M&M’s Mascots Return as Official Spokescandies

Super Bowl

The characters address America in a post-Super Bowl press conference.

Alt Image Text

The Former Creatives Behind M&M’s Mascots Believe the Characters Are Adding Fun to Cancel Culture

Branding

The former creatives behind modern M&M's mascots believe they're having fun with cancel culture.

Alt Image Text

What the Heck Is M&M’s Doing With Its Spokescandies?

Super Bowl

The brand's sales and reputation have remained in good health despite mascot backlash.