Marketing to millennials can be challenging for print and digital marketers. This generation has had their lives earmarked by two radically different worlds. Imagine your formative years consisting of wall-mounted landline telephones, printed maps, and TV Guide subscriptions with your teenage years and adulthood consisting of smartphones, GPS, and Netflix. Tethering between these strikingly different […]
Direct mail is powerful but improper execution of a direct mail campaign can produce disappointing results. While design and great copy has a lot to do with effective direct mail, quite a lot can go wrong with a campaign beyond the design process. As part four of our “Direct Mail Appreciation” blog series, the pros […]
Gen Z—or “Zoomers”—are comprised of people born after 1996. While plenty of Gen Z folks are still in high school or college, a significant portion of this generation have been in the workforce for several years. As the oldest of Zoomers are approaching their late 20s more data is coming in about consumer activity, worldview, […]
Generational marketing is becoming an increasingly important trend—especially with the rise of personalized messaging. Each generation has unique wants and needs in their respective seasons of their lives and Baby Boomers are no different. If you’ve ever wondered about print response by generation, read on to learn more about how Boomers respond to direct mail. […]
Direct mail continues to resonate with consumers across most demographics. The trick to producing great direct mail campaigns is to study emerging trends and implement the trends most likely to resonate with customers. For several consecutive years, marketers have found that personalized and digital-friendly direct mail has made great strides in engagement with consumers. As […]
Direct mail marketing is a powerful tool to help expand your brand’s reach and engage with customers. In September, Adweek hosted a conference with executives from the USPS. These executives had several notable insights to share about direct mail and its impact on specific demographic groups. The pros at Pel Hughes have compiled a short […]
Introduction: Prairie View A&M University’s 2023 Homecoming Challenge was a resounding success, thanks to the dedicated efforts of PVAMU alumni and supporters. The campaign not only achieved its fundraising goals but also exemplified the power of community engagement and philanthropy in driving positive change. In this case study, we’ll delve into the key components and […]
Have you ever wondered about print response with direct mail for Gen X? While Gen X regularly uses digital mediums to shop and communicate, this generation responds favorably to direct mail. Tailoring your messaging to Gen X’s tastes and needs can go a long way with your direct mail campaigns. The printing pros at Pel […]
Personalization in marketing is all the rage; and for good reason: it works when it is executed properly. Professional marketers tout personalization as a means to increase sales and build meaningful relationships with clientele. But, as with anything, there can be a dark side to this practice. When it comes to personalized marketing, it’s important […]
The printing pros at Pel Hughes provide compelling direct mail for banks and credit unions. Using direct mail for banks can give your financial institution a competitive edge—particularly when you personalize direct mail for specific audiences. Following is a helpful rundown on how your bank or credit union can benefit from personalized direct mail campaigns. […]
