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Dannon Leapfrogs Yoplait to Lead $7.3 Billion Yogurt Biz

Dannon Leapfrogs Yoplait to Lead $7.3 Billion Yogurt Biz

After running neck-and-neck with Yoplait, Dannon has sprinted past its rival to lead the yogurt category, thanks to a new strategy in the fast-growing Greek segment.

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Jack Daniel's Poised to Pour Millions Into Premium 'Gentleman Jack'

Jack Daniel's Poised to Pour Millions Into Premium 'Gentleman Jack'

Brown-Forman will use the premiere of Anthony Bourdain's new CNN show to kick start a campaign for Jack Daniel's premium brand, Gentleman Jack.

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'Tiger Effect' Didn't Dampen Golf's Popularity With Viewers, Advertisers

'Tiger Effect' Didn't Dampen Golf's Popularity With Viewers, Advertisers

The popularity of Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods on Madison Avenue shows why golf has been able to rebound from the economic recession.

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Steve Easterbrook Returns to McDonald's Global Brand Officer Role

Steve Easterbrook Returns to McDonald's Global Brand Officer Role

Former McDonald's global brand officer Steve Easterbrook has returned to the world's largest restaurant chain in the same role.

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Vote on the Ads: Taylor Swift for Diet Coke or Beyonce for Pepsi?

Vote on the Ads: Taylor Swift for Diet Coke or Beyonce for Pepsi?

The cola wars are heating up. In the span of a week, Diet Coke and Pepsi debuted ads featuring popular songstresses Taylor Swift and Beyonce.

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Six Things You Didn't Know About CP&B's Rob Reilly

Six Things You Didn't Know About CP&B's Rob Reilly

We celebrate CP&B's 25th anniversary with some lesser-known facts about its creative chief.

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ING Rebrands U.S. Operations, Drops Orange Lion Logo

ING Rebrands U.S. Operations, Drops Orange Lion Logo

As part of its plan to become an independent company, the U.S. arm of Dutch multinational ING Group, is relaunching with a new name and look.

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Why Triscuit Is Putting Rice, Potatoes and Beans in Its Crackers

Why Triscuit Is Putting Rice, Potatoes and Beans in Its Crackers

By adding rice, potatoes and spices like basil and sea salt, Triscuit is seeking to appeal to consumers who are eating more snacks and less traditional meals.

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P&G Regains Top Slot in Shopper Marketing

Who's tops in shopper marketing? Procter & Gamble is back at No. 1, passing Unilever.

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With New Nutritional Goals, CEO Promises a 'Better Taco Bell'

With New Nutritional Goals, CEO Promises a 'Better Taco Bell'

Though vague on details, fast-feeder aims for 'more balanced options' by 2020.

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Postal Service Stands Down: Saturday Delivery to Continue

Postal Service Stands Down: Saturday Delivery to Continue

Without congressional approval, the USPS can't cease Saturday delivery.

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Liquid-Plumr's Hot Dirty Plumbers Come Knocking At Your Door

Liquid-Plumr's Hot Dirty Plumbers Come Knocking At Your Door

Brand's new contest sends beefcake to your home to service your household needs.

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Jay-Z Cedes Stage to Beyonce for Budweiser Made in America

Jay-Z Cedes Stage to Beyonce for Budweiser Made in America

Pepsi-backing pop diva headlines year two of music festival aimed at drawing younger drinkers to Bud.

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After JWT's Ford Figo Fiasco, Leo Burnett Pulls Winning Ads From India Awards Show

After JWT's Ford Figo Fiasco, Leo Burnett Pulls Winning Ads From India Awards Show

Ad fakery has another global agency in the hot seat as Leo Burnett withdrew two winning Tata radio spots at Goafest.

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Media Buyers Reveal Their Fave Shows To Binge On

Media Buyers Reveal Their Fave Shows To Binge On

Admit it: You binge-watch. We all do ... even media buyers. We asked six what shows they overconsume at a single sitting.

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Amid Turmoil, JC Penney Puts Feelers Out for New Ad Agency

Amid Turmoil, JC Penney Puts Feelers Out for New Ad Agency

With a new CEO and amid sales woes, JC Penney is already canvassing adland for help -- and former Coke marketer Sergio Zyman is leading the charge.

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Walmart Takes Its TV Fight Local

Walmart Takes Its TV Fight Local

Aiming to inject its ads with social-media immediacy, the retail giant is shifting spending from national airtime to local spots.

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Mark LaNeve Called Upon to Help Stem Lincoln Sales Slide

Mark LaNeve Called Upon to Help Stem Lincoln Sales Slide

Team Detroit exec Mark LaNeve has been called upon to take over as president of the Lincoln brand's ad agency, Hudson Rouge amid a slide in sales for the luxury auto brand.

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Ron Johnson's Retail Revolution Ends With CEO's Exit From JC Penney

Ron Johnson's Retail Revolution Ends With CEO's Exit From JC Penney

After 17 months of retail experimentation, CEO Ron Johnson is out. He will be replaced by former CEO Mike Ullman.

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Are Sports Prices Too High To Deliver Return on Investment?

Are Sports Prices Too High To Deliver Return on Investment?

Outrageous sports costs have some advertisers and cable and satellite operators asking whether the cost justifies the return on investment.

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