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Building Momentum with Reg A+: The Power of Community in Capital Raises

Building Momentum with Reg A+: The Power of Community in Capital...

We sat down with our key strategic partner, DealMaker, to discuss 4 reasons why building a community is critical to the success of a capital raise.

October 6, 2023

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4 Ways Marketing Can Enhance the Value of Your Private Equity Portfolio 

4 Ways Marketing Can Enhance the Value of Your Private Equity...

Private equity (PE) firms are increasingly using a secret weapon to enhance the value of their portfolio companies and generate growth: marketing. Operational improvement, of which marketing plays an integral role, is a growing share of the value add provided by PE investors. Strong marketing strategies are proven to create value and attract higher exit premiums.

October 6, 2023

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What Advisers Need to Know About Consumer Duty and Communications 

What Advisers Need to Know About Consumer Duty and Communications 

The new consumer duty regulations in the U.K. will significantly impact how advisers communicate with clients. Consumer duty requires firms to articulate their value proposition in plain English and demonstrate to clients the value they provide - beyond just returns. If a client can’t understand what you are explaining, whether that be financial goals, planning strategies or specific investments, you may find yourself violating consumer duty regulations. Developing a compliant communications strategy is vital.

September 7, 2023

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Data is Gold: How Lookalike Audiences Can Boost Your Conversions 

Data is Gold: How Lookalike Audiences Can Boost Your Conversions 

Lookalike audiences are an effective way to extend your brand's reach and boost conversions. When used in digital campaigns, they allow your company to reach a targeted network of relevant potential clients and establish a strong digital presence. Lookalike audiences are extremely valuable, in that they can improve your audience targeting and ultimately increase your engagement and conversions.

September 1, 2023

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How wealth advisors can become thought leaders and generate leads online

How wealth advisors can become thought leaders and generate leads online

By posting the right content, your website can appear higher in Google searches, making it easier for potential clients to find you. This increased visibility can translate into new client acquisitions.  

August 9, 2023

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Four ways financial marketing will evolve over the next 10 years

Four ways financial marketing will evolve over the next 10 years...

The investment industry isn’t always easy to predict, but one thing is certain: the financial services marketing and communications landscape will constantly evolve. This was evident in our recent exploration of digital marketing trends. And there’s so much more to come! We foresee unprecedented evolution fueled by emerging technologies and shifting investor behaviours in the […]

July 24, 2023

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How to engage hard-to-reach investor audiences

How to engage hard-to-reach investor audiences

Investor audiences can be relatively difficult to reach for those raising capital or looking for new clients. By understanding the factors that make these audiences hard to reach, however, you can develop specialized marketing strategies to overcome the challenge of reaching investors and better engage this audience.

July 21, 2023

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Consistency and Commitment: Finding Success in Financial Marketing

Consistency and Commitment: Finding Success in Financial Marketing

Our CEO and Co-Founder, Jillian Bannister, recently sat on a panel at the Gramercy Institute to discuss "Content Marketing: Today's Best Practices in Financial Services." She spoke about what it takes to find success in financial marketing and communications. Her biggest takeaways: consistency and commitment.

July 7, 2023

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<strong>GET MICRO: THE POWER OF MICRO-INTERACTIONS</strong>

GET MICRO: THE POWER OF MICRO-INTERACTIONS

Evoke emotion and build greater audience engagement through thoughtful micro-interactions

June 15, 2023

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<strong>HOW TO TURN YOUR DIGITAL STRATEGY INTO A BUSINESS GAME CHANGER</strong>

HOW TO TURN YOUR DIGITAL STRATEGY INTO A BUSINESS GAME CHANGER...

From the growing influence of TikTok to the emergence of AI-powered chatbots, the digital landscape has quickly evolved over the past year. To help us navigate the digital noise, we spoke with Ext. Marketing Digital Managing Director Cesar Lugo (CL), to identify which trends demand further exploration. He shared with us why establishing a clear digital strategy can help companies easily navigate these changes and generate the best-possible business outcomes.

June 1, 2023

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Your 2023 Website Spring Cleaning Checklist

Your 2023 Website Spring Cleaning Checklist

Does your website need a refresh? Are you dealing with lengthy load times, missing meta-tags or dated messaging? Even a few minor issues could be cluttering your website performance. Making some small tweaks can make a big difference in optimizing user experience and attracting investors. Check out our checklist to help spring clean your website: […]

May 19, 2023

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5 Tips For NexGen Pitchbooks

5 Tips For NexGen Pitchbooks

Pitchbooks have changed since the global pandemic. Find out how classic pitchbooks are evolving to adapt to become more virtual-friendly.

May 12, 2023

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Redesign or overhaul? <strong>Some tips for extending your visual brand’s longevity.</strong>

Redesign or overhaul? Some tips for extending your visual brand’s longevity....

If you are considering a complete visual identity overhaul or redesign of your brand , it often helps to look at the bigger picture. Find out how to positively position your visual brand for long-term success here.

May 1, 2023

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Why diversity matters in marketing

Why diversity matters in marketing

Ext. Marketing CEO and Co-founder Jillian Bannister talks about how diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) elevates digital marketing outcomes. Find out how DEI can fuel even greater creative expression.

March 8, 2023

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HOW DATA METRICS CAN HELP YOUR MARKETING DOLLARS GO FURTHER

HOW DATA METRICS CAN HELP YOUR MARKETING DOLLARS GO FURTHER

Is your marketing budget leaner this year? Track these seven metrics to maximize your marketing program performance.

February 28, 2023

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Top 5 tips & trends for financial marketers in 2023

Top 5 tips & trends for financial marketers in 2023

Forward-thinking business leaders are building change into their marketing strategies. Check out some tips and transitions that could fuel greater success for financial services marketers in 2023.

January 31, 2023

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Is design thinking part of your marketing strategy?

Is design thinking part of your marketing strategy?

Brilliantly designed marketing material doesn’t just happen. Developing stunning visuals that truly differentiate brands requires a strong methodology for developing creative ideas.

January 17, 2023

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Tune up for 2023 with our happy songs playlist!

Tune up for 2023 with our happy songs playlist!

Music always gets us through. Thank you for helping us hit some high notes in 2022. Here’s a playlist of happy songs to ring in 2023.

December 13, 2022

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Providing a helping hand

Providing a helping hand

In honour of the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, find out how you can help make a difference this holiday season in the lives of women and children fleeing violence.

November 24, 2022

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How to make your marketing language inclusive

How to make your marketing language inclusive

Inclusive language can spark conversations with new clients, unlocking some valuable, long-term relationships. Is your language tapping into that relationship-building potential?

November 16, 2022

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