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Inside Somersby’s ‘no-nonsense’ brand positioning with K-pop’s Yeonjun
Carlsberg hires PR agency for major new global brief
Carlsberg has appointed a UK PR agency to lead strategic planning and creative development for the brewer’s brand PR and influencer work globally.
Harsha Razdan on being the ‘outsider’ Dentsu enlisted to turn around its fortune
The CEO of Dentsu South Asia chats with Campaign India about his role at the group, why he as an outsider from the industry can help, and a lot more...
Nimble, lean and focused: The evolution of planners turned consultants
It's never easy setting up on your own, but clients are increasingly finding that a scaled-down, more agile strategy partner is the perfect fit.
Carlsberg appoints global media agency to $229 million account
Shortlist comprised Wavemaker Global, iProspect and Zenith.
Carlsberg shortlists three agencies for global media account
IPG's Initiative was appointed in 2017, replacing OMD.
How Liverpool FC's successful year extended off the pitch
The commercial director at Liverpool Football Club tells us how the club reacted to the Covid-19 crisis by having its most successful year commercially, the importance of the South Asian market, and more…
Don’t like policing people and if a brand is legal, then I can promote it: Saif Ali Khan
The Indian actor opens up what he likes and dislikes about advertising, why he’s not on social media, and why he believes OTT is far superior to television
HK beer brand Yau recast in a local, friendly light
REBRANDING EXERCISES: Design Bridge Singapore brews up a smiley brand identity based on colloquialisms. And the timing of the brand refresh isn't anyone's fault.
Carlsberg commercial chief: 'Asia is not following, it's leading'
In her last few months before leaving the group for Beam Suntory, Jessica Spence discusses global drinking trends, the changing role of agencies and Asia's still-unrecognised role in global business.
Carlsberg admits: We probably weren't the best after all
The surprising admission comes in a UK campaign for a new recipe.
Nielsen digs deep for digital consumer insight
Accelerating Digital Transformation event offers a grandstand for developments in user experience and future-proofed research technology.
Yo, Yau! Carlsberg aims to tap HK craft-beer cravings
Carlsberg partnered with Brooklyn Brewery to create HK YAU, a craft beer brand brewed in and exclusive to Hong Kong.
Carlsberg 'hires' beer tasters in Malaysia
Carlsberg Malaysia received 18,000 job applications in two weeks after it placed a 'job ad' seeking beer tasters, who would 'earn' a paycheck of RM10,000 (US$2,373) for eight hours of 'work' recruiting and engaging consumers. The winners, Wilson Lim and Jeffvinder Sandhu, beat out 350 hopefuls who were asked to submit a photo or video and 25 who made it to an interview stage. You can view video of the contest at the brand's Facebook page, www.facebook.com/CarlsbergMY.
Carlsberg Singapore appoints Goodstuph as lead digital and social media agency
Following a pitch conducted in December 2014, Social Influence Marketing agency GOODSTUPH has been selected as lead Digital and Social Media Agency for Carlsberg Singapore, beating 2 agencies in the process.
Carlsberg boosts fan engagement with English Premier League
HONG KONG- To promote its three-year global deal as official beer sponsor of the English Premier League (EPL), Carlsberg Hong Kong has kickstarted a series of marketing initiatives including a chance to win a free trip to an EPL match in the UK.
Graham Fewkes joins Carlsberg’s Executive Committee as Head of Global Sales, Marketing and Innovation
Graham Fewkes, currently Carlsberg Group’s Commercial Vice President in Asia, is to replace Khalil Younes who, after five years as Carlsberg’s Senior Vice President for Global Sales, Marketing and Innovation, has decided to leave Carlsberg.
Jung von Matt/Tonghui tasked to boost beer-football connection for Carlsberg in China
BEIJING - German independent agency Jung von Matt/Tonghui has taken home a digital project from Carlsberg after a competitive pitch in Q4.
Aegis Media names new Vizeum China CEO: Terrence Yung
SHANGHAI - Terrence Yung, recently the vice president of ZenithOptimedia China, joins Vizeum China as CEO. He came on board for the newly created role on 17 February.
GolinHarris appointed to lead Carlsberg Singapore's 2014 brand marketing and communications
Carlsberg Singapore has retained global communications agencyGolinHarristo leadits corporate and internal communicationsand continued brand marketing efforts in 2014.
ZenithOptimedia China veteran and LVMH leader Terrence Yung to depart
SHANGHAI - Terrence Yung, who as vice-president of ZenithOptimedia China leads the LVMH account and is responsible for the agency’s internal operations, has resigned and will be leaving in February.
Carlsberg consolidates bulk of US$160m media into OMD
Carlsberg has consolidated its estimated US$160 million global media account into OMD after a four-way pitch, except the Chinese market, which has been retained by ZenithOptimedia.
Clockenflap music festival enlists A-Vibe to meet aggressive attendance goal
HONG KONG - Hong Kong's Clockenflap outdoor music and arts festival, slated for later this month, is concentrating on digital marketing—from social media to online ticketing—as it looks to increase attendance by 50 per cent over last year.
Carlsberg's secret party lights up industrial ghetto in Kwun Tong
1,400 lucky hipsters attended Carlsberg's 'Where's the Party?' secret party at the Osage Gallery in Kwun Tong, with enfant terrible Edison Chen as the party leader. Even Carlsberg Greater China CEO Soren Ravn was in the house for a beatbox performance, along with the likes of 24 Herbs and MC Yan. One lucky winner won flights for four to attend a 3000-strong global party in Sweden on 31 August.
Carlsberg kicks off BPL partnership with digital campaign
SINGAPORE - Carlsberg Singapore has launched a digital campaign for its newly signed three-year deal to be the official beer of the Barclays Premier League (BPL) through the 2015/16 season.
Carlsberg calls global media review
GLOBAL - Carlsberg, the Danish brewing giant, has called a review of its global media account, currently held by OMD.
Carlsberg invites Hongkongers to join Edison Chen in surprise party
HONG KONG - Carlsberg is daring 18-29-year-old hipsters to join bad-boy celebrity Edison Chen in a surprise party so exclusive that guests won't know its location until the last minute.
Carlsberg puts friendships to the test in Singapore
SINGAPORE - Carlsberg has launched 'The Test of Friendship' Facebook application in Singapore as an add-on to its recent global online campaign, 'Carlsberg puts friendship to the test'.
Carlsberg Singapore appoints GolinHarris PR AOR
SINGAPORE – Carlsberg Singapore has appointed GolinHarris as its PR agency of record to support its brand marketing and communications, following a competitive pitch.
Carlsberg calls global ad pitch
GLOBAL - Carlsberg is talking to networks about a global advertising brief.
Leo Burnett Hong Kong brings in duo to focus on digital front
HONG KONG - Leo Burnett Hong Kong has announced two senior hires to beef up its digital offering: Samson Choi as digital business director and Kennedy Pang as interactive group creative director.
Isobar, Carlsberg seek fan face for Hong Kong Rugby Sevens
HONG KONG - Carlsberg, the official beer of the Hong Kong Sevens 2012, has launched a photo competition inviting fans to submit photos of themselves drinking the brew for the chance to win tickets to the popular annual event.
Teh Chui Hoon moves up to managerial role for Carlsberg HK
HONG KONG - Teh Chui Hoon has been promoted from within the Carlsberg Group to be the new brands marketing director in the territory.
Saatchi & Saatchi Greater China promotes Justin Billingsley to regional CEO
GREATER CHINA - Justin Billingsley has been promoted to chairman and regional CEO for Saatchi & Saatchi Greater China, marking the first time China is separated from the Asia-Pacific division to report to the worldwide office directly.
Carlsberg's 'Global relaunch' event
Carlsberg held its 'Global relaunch' event on 6 April at the ArtScience Museum located at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. The beer brand launched its new brand positioning and new tagline 'That calls for a Carlsberg!' to target a younger more dynamic market, speaking to them in their language, inspiring them to do the right thing and live each day to the fullest.
Carlsberg unveils new global brand strategy
GLOBAL - Carlsberg is to overhaul its marketing strategy in a bid to emphasise its heritage and add a greater sense of "essence" to the brand to appeal to a new generation of drinkers.
Carlsberg kicks off Rugby Sevens campaign with online game
HONG KONG – The Hong Kong Rugby Sevens fever is in full swing as official beer sponsor Carlsberg and Euro RSCG partner on an interactive online game to generate even more buzz for next weekend’s annual event.
Carlsberg kicks-off search for global digital agency
GLOBAL - Carlsberg is holding a review of its global digital advertising arrangements, as the brand aims to connect with a younger consumer.
DDB appoints group business director for HK, Guangzhou
HONG KONG - DDB Group has hired Alexis Chiu as group business director for Hong Kong and Guangzhou. Chiu joined the agency in mid January and will report to Simone Tam, MD of DDB Hong Kong and Guangzhou.
Carlsberg, Euro RSCG bring luck in the year of the rabbit
SINGAPORE - Celebrating the imminent year of the rabbit, Euro RSCG and Carlsberg have created a promo spot based around the theme 'Feeling lucky?'.
Euro RSCG appointed AOR for Carlsberg in Singapore
SINGAPORE - Euro RSCG has been appointed as agency-of-record for Carlsberg in Singapore.