Author name: Jeff Cushing

Jeff is the Founder of Aperture Insights LLC. He has over 30 years of experience in various research disciplines, where he blends analytical skills with storytelling to challenge the status-quo and creatively solve business problems. His expertise includes consumer insights, market & category trends, competitive intelligence, data visualization, social listening, and media measurement. He received his bachelor’s in economics from Colgate University and his MBA from Northeastern University.

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See Their Name

As brands seek to reach female audiences during Women’s History Month, see how innovative brands are using a “less is more” approach to create emotional connections.

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Show Them the Money

Women’s sports are gaining immense popularity, with record-breaking attendance and viewership. However, female athletes still face significant disparities in salaries and endorsements compared to their male counterparts. Brands are now capitalizing on the rising star power of emerging female athletes through lucrative NIL deals, indicating a promising shift in the landscape of women’s sports.

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Zoom Out: Precision, Accuracy, and Mitigating Risk

Decision-makers are increasingly using big data for decision-making. These highly precise views facilitate tactical decisions. However, over-reliance on the same KPIs can also lead to blindspots. See how insights practitioners can mitigate this risk with a few simple steps.

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