Program Overview

Brand Intelligence Center

Social Competitive Intelligence and Brand Analytics

On social media and elsewhere, brand marketers are in a pitched battle for share-of-voice and to ride a rise in demand. Unfortunately, most are in the dark about shifting consumer behaviors, emerging industry trends, creative assets that truly resonate, and the strategy and tactics of their competitors — a dearth of information and insight. But here, you will find some intelligent answers. Data gleaned from social media campaigns, including dark ads, shed light on what’s happening today and what’s trending tomorrow, while AI extracts actionable insights that brand marketers can take to produce immediate results.

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As we step into 2026, the branding landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, marking an era of profound realignment with emerging consumer sentiments, technological advancements, and environmental consciousness.

Source: Branded Agency

How brands are using technology, building stronger communities, and focusing on authenticity to better connect with their audiences.

Source: The Branding Journal

From living logos to earthen marks, identity design is ditching corporate rigidity for warmth, flex and genuine human connection.

Source: Creative Bloq

As we move toward 2026, the way companies express their identity is changing. Some of it’s driven by technology. Some of it comes from what people expect from the brands they trust. And some of it is simply the natural push toward cleaner, more thoughtful experiences.

Source: The Brand Strategy Lab

There are three accelerating branding trends that affect nearly every business. The winners of tomorrow are going to be riding these waves rather than swimming against them.

Source: Prophet

Marketers are narrowing their scope to Gen-Z and Millennial consumers and are shifting almost entirely away from Boomer and Gen X.

Source: Hubspot

In 2023, 67% of marketers were trying to reach Gen X, but by the end of 2024, that number dropped 41%. For Boomers, the number dropped from 27% to 19%.

Source: Hubspot

Gen Z is projected to see the fastest growth in spending power. Many experts estimate the generation will add almost $9 trillion in global spending—more than any other generation."

Source: Hubspot

Brands can build loyal, engaged communities that share their vision and values, by adapting to decentralized platforms to connect with today’s users.

Source: The Branding Journal

As Generative AI becomes more popular, many people are also looking for real-life, human experiences. People also want brands to feel more relatable and emotional.

Source: The Branding Journal
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Program Themes

  • Social Media
  • Analytics