Influencer Marketing

Influencer marketing is an impactful advertising strategy across industries, and in today’s digital age, mobile app companies are increasing their budgets on creator marketing as influencers meet users right where they are – on their phones. Partnering with experienced influencers allows brands to leverage genuine testimonies, storytelling, and educational content to inform and connect with their target audiences. Moreover, mobile...

Influencer marketing is no longer the new fresh tactic in a brand's digital toolbox; it's business as usual. However, as more brands invest in influencers and consumers become more savvy to paid promotions, the question shifted from "Do we use influencers?" to "How do we make this authentic?" Due to this, influencer marketing in the age of consumer skepticism has...

New Legal and Regulatory Developments For Creators The creator economy is maturing quickly, and so are the rules that govern it. As Congress pays closer attention and the FTC sharpens its guidance, creators, agencies, and brands are being asked to professionalize how they disclose, document, and execute influencer marketing. The message from our recent LinkedIn Live on law and compliance was...

The New Era of Social Media Over the past decade, the creator economy has thrived online with social platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. But now, in 2025, the creator economy is no longer tied to screens. Rather, influencers are taking their talents and fan engagement to the real world with tours, pop-ups, and more. For fans, these offline experiences satisfy...

The Rise of Creators & Brands IRL According to Forbes, more than 95% of Gen Z and Millennials are interested in turning their online interactions and passions into real-world experiences. Attending these IRL events has led 84% of attendees to form new friendships, while 45% say such experiences have strengthened their “sense of self.” Brooke Berry’s latest initiative, The Shift Crawl,...

Creator Economy 2025 Trends The Current State of the Creator Economy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSuOYyxJzek The creator economy has reached an inflection point. Once dismissed as a passing trend or relegated to experimental “side budget” campaigns, creators are now central to how culture moves, how products launch, and how brands connect with consumers. But with growth comes complexity. As algorithms shift, platforms compete, and creators professionalize,...

Automotive Influencer Marketing: Best Practices & Case Studies Automotive influencer marketing is transforming how car brands connect with modern consumers. As buyers increasingly rely on social media for research and recommendations, automotive companies are partnering with influencers to drive awareness, credibility, and sales. From TikTok car reviews to YouTube test drives and Instagram lifestyle collaborations, influencer marketing in the automotive industry...

In today's digital world, local businesses are increasingly discovering that hyperlocal influencers—content creators with small but deeply engaged, geographically concentrated audiences—offer one of the most powerful marketing strategies yet. Unlike macro-influencers, who cater to broad or global audiences, hyperlocal influencers speak directly to those around them: their neighborhoods, towns, or communities. This micro-targeted approach amplifies authenticity, trust, and engagement—key drivers...

Pinterest’s First-Ever Co-branded Product with an Influencer Pinterest is home to millions of pieces of inspirational content, ranging from recipes to outfit ideas of the day. Niche creators are known to embrace Pinterest as the ultimate platform to curate aesthetics, share their favorite products, and collaborate with fans on boards. Now, Pinterest is taking the ultimate leap into the creator economy...

How Creators are Influencing Tourism Source: IShowSpeed You may have heard of the Taylor Swift effect, but what about the IShowSpeed effect? In today’s creator economy, influencers are playing a larger role as cultural curators, from kickstarting trends and developing viral brands to, now, influencing global tourism. Streaming sensation IShowSpeed is currently embarked on a worldwide tour, visiting exciting countries and livestreaming his...