The family-owned firm of Farrah’s has been a national name since 2010 and now leads the flatbread category. But the sector is undergoing a transformation.
The first networking event of the year
The first Media Mingle for 2015 will be held at Sweat Shop Brew Bar from 6pm on Wednesday 11 March.
Adbiz social media site makes a debut
A group of California-based admen and marketers has launched Shocase, a social network for marketing professionals. “Think, LinkedIn + Pinterest + Facebook + Youtube rolled into one,” says Mark Cameron, publicist at the Confluence Group, the LA digital/PR/creative agency behind the venture.
Carl Jr’s new Super Bowl ad
Surprise, surprise – Carl’s Jr’s Super Bowl ad stars an almost-naked woman. The ad, which stars swimsuit model Charlotte McKinney will screen at the big game on Sunday 1 February.
Arrivals & Departures
Auckland-based digital outfitters BKA has promoted Dane Tatana to general manager: Tatana was formerly an account director at the company. He succeeds Steve Allison who has changed roles to focus on bka Interactive’s business-to-business app Go Team marketed through sibling company bkaBoom.
Saatchi’s ASB campaign targets uni students
Following a series of successful social campaigns on Facebook (Like Loan) and LinkedIn (Ambition), Saatchi & Saatchi and ASB have launched the bank’s next social instalment – this time on Snapchat, further cementing their position, the agency says, as New Zealand’s most social bank.
New look TVNZ OnDemand coming
A new-look TVNZ OnDemand launches in February – with changes that will interest advertisers. “NZ’s favourite content has never been easier, faster or as fun to view,” said TVNZ OnDemand general manager Jason Foden.
MediaWorks and Radio Tarana tie the knot
MediaWorks Radio and NZ Indian network Radio Tarana have formed a new partnership they believe will bring both parties fresh commercial opportunities. The partnership provides a framework for MediaWorks and Radio Tarana to collaborate commercially, extending each partner’s reach and opening up new opportunities for clients.
Big Singapore show sets 2015 calendar
The Asian Marketing Effectiveness & Strategy Awards and Conference will take place on Wednesday 3 June 2015 at the Grand Hyatt Singapore. In response to requests from the industry, the awards are extended to include a full-day programme of inspirational content this year.
Crunch time
Some people aren’t keen on the taste of plain nuts and let’s face it, they can be a little boring. And while there are other snack options out there, most alternatives aren’t very good for you. Via Barnes, Catmur and Friends, Dole’s print campaign set out to show why nuts are tastier, healthier and ultimately better in Crunches.
