Over the past two decades—and even the past two years—tactics used across advertising and marketing campaigns have evolved.  But throughout myriad changes, one thing continues to remain a constant: people still sell products.   Consumers still yearn to be reached in a relatable way, and over the years, the right face, voice or personality has made…  Read more

With its evolution into online operation and the needs of its customers changing by the day, banking institutions are always looking for new ways to connect with customers—and stand out from the competition.  At this time of year—as home improvement projects are conceptualized, and many look to purchase a new or their first home—banks have…  Read more

Not-so-hot take: We’re now living in a time of seemingly endless exercise options. State-of-the-art fitness centers are in every town. Full-body workouts can be conducted through an app on your phone, and strength training suggestions are fed throughout our endless scrolls down Instagram and TikTok. It’s all so accessible…and more within our control than ever…  Read more

Anchoring the sports desk. Decision-making in the executive suite. Jump shots from every angle—and distance. The last few years have seen big strides for women in all corners of athletics, but in 2024 we’ve seen this promise of the present—and more to come—illuminated like never before.  On April 19, The Martin Group accentuated this moment…  Read more

According to recent state estimates, one in four New Yorkers is now struggling to put food on their table. These numbers are shocking, and they encompass our family members, friends, coworkers and our neighbors. Food insecurity is impacting children, retirees, single parents and people working two, and even three, jobs. In a country and a…  Read more

Nicole M. LaVoi, Ph.D. is a Senior Lecturer in the area of social and behavioral sciences in the School of Kinesiology at the University of Minnesota where she is Co-Director of the Tucker Center for Research on Girls & Women in Sport. She is program manager for the Tucker Center’s program, Coaching HER which aims to…  Read more

Three years ago this month, New York officially passed the Marijuana Regulation & Taxation Act (MRTA), legalizing adult-use cannabis across the state. Since then, the Office of Cannabis Management has opened in Albany; more than 80 legal dispensaries have opened across the state; and work to aid communities disproportionately affected by years of cannabis criminalization…  Read more

Are you a nonprofit looking to make major equipment purchases, build a new facility, grow your endowment or increase your staffing numbers to improve your organization and meet your goals? If so, a capital campaign may be the best way to do so. Capital campaigns are focused and intensive fundraising efforts nonprofits use to raise…  Read more

Each year, we look forward to the American Advertising Awards as a way to showcase our work and celebrate those in the community that are making waves in the industry. The 2024 ADDYs in Buffalo and Albany were no different – representing a variety of work and highlighting the best of the best. The Martin…  Read more