Over the last decade, there has been a major shift among businesses to be more authentic – to be more real, more human and more relatable. This involves less talking at people, and is more about having a conversation with them. Advertising is no longer about...
In a recent post from the industry influencer in his Whizard Strategy blog, Mark Mitchell observes that the AIA Show historically has been very “ineffective” for building materials manufacturers who exhibit at the show. Far be it from me to argue. Yet, in...
“Whatever home means to you, we’ll help you find it.” This powerful tagline to Zillow’s new ad campaign illustrates the deeper meaning of the word “home.” Home isn’t only a structure; it is the people inside the house that...
Much has been written about the differences between DIY and DIFM homeowners. DIY, or Do-It-Yourself homeowners, purchase their own tools, shop online or at big box building product stores, and handle their own remodeling and repair projects. If they don’t know...
Contractors – the backbone of building material manufacturers. For all the gloss and glamour of architects and showrooms, there’s the contractor… in the trenches doing the work and wrangling the installer. But within this segment, several...
