More than fifteen years ago, I took a leap of faith and founded lotus823, guiding its vision and strategy with my husband as a supportive business partner. What started as an idea has grown into a thriving integrated marketing agency in New Jersey, built on strategic thinking, operational excellence, and a leadership philosophy that…
For decades, earned media has been considered the gold standard of public relations. A feature in a respected publication or a product mention from a trusted journalist carries credibility that paid advertising simply can’t replicate. But while earned media remains one of the most trusted forms of brand exposure, the media landscape has changed…
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Let’s start with a hard truth: Most one-off influencer marketing campaigns don’t deliver the ROI brands expect. They may generate impressions and short-term reach, and they may even look good on a report. But when it comes to building brand trust, driving meaningful engagement, and influencing purchasing decisions, campaign bursts often fall short. That’s…
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In the era of AI, 58% of Google searches (U.S.) are now resolved without a click. This means that your website traffic will decrease in 2025 & beyond. You must have a strategic plan to ensure you are still discoverable. That starts with your owned content! Download our free AI blog optimization checklist here: …
It’s time…Q4 will be here before we know it! At the heart of a successful content marketing strategy is timely and engaging written content. Check out our Q4 Content Marketing Calendar template, with key dates already inserted for you, and get started on planning today! …
We get it. Creating content is exciting. It’s creative, fast-paced, and gives your brand a voice in the conversation. But here’s the thing… without a solid strategy behind it, content can easily become noise in a very crowded space. In today’s digital era, people are bombarded with messages from all directions. If your content isn’t…
If you’re running a social media marketing strategy for your company, you should be providing your leadership with monthly reports. Not sure where to start? Download our free social media report template below: …
January 2026 may seem far off now, but if you’re attending The Consumer Electronics Show next year as an exhibitor, starting your CES marketing strategy today is highly recommended. Here are some opportunities you should hop on now so that you don’t miss out. 3 CES Marketing Opportunities to Hop On Now 1. CES…
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An End-To-End Marketing & Sales Solution for Suppliers and Brands lotus823 is excited to announce its partnership with CMI Corporation. This new partnership combines the capabilities of CMI, which is to link brands and suppliers with retailers, with the full-service public relations and marketing capabilities of lotus823. CMI works with retailers such as, but…
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Introducing a A New End-To-End Marketing & Sales Solution for the Music Industry & Beyond We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Sound Strategy Marketing. This new partnership forges a bond between a traditional manufacturers’ rep firm, Sound Strategy Marketing, LLC, specializing in MI, Pro Audio, DJ, and CE, with the full-service public relations…
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Celebrating 15+ Years of lotus823: Leadership, Growth, and Building a Woman-Owned Marketing Agency in New Jersey
March 9, 2026
More than fifteen years ago, I took a leap of faith and founded lotus823, guiding its vision and strategy with my husband as a supportive business partner. What started as an idea has grown into a thriving integrated marketing agency in New Jersey, built on strategic thinking, operational excellence, and a leadership philosophy that...
Is Earned Media Enough Anymore? The Shift to Amplified PR
April 27, 2026
For decades, earned media has been considered the gold standard of public relations. A feature in a respected publication or a product mention from a trusted journalist carries credibility that paid advertising simply can’t replicate. But while earned media remains one of the most trusted forms of brand exposure, the media landscape has changed...
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Why Long-Term Creator Partnerships Outperform Campaign Bursts In Influencer Marketing
April 20, 2026
Let’s start with a hard truth: Most one-off influencer marketing campaigns don’t deliver the ROI brands expect. They may generate impressions and short-term reach, and they may even look good on a report. But when it comes to building brand trust, driving meaningful engagement, and influencing purchasing decisions, campaign bursts often fall short. That’s...
Read On from Why Long-Term Creator Partnerships Outperform Campaign Bursts In Influencer Marketing
