When Marc Cucurella found himself at the center of online conversation after his boots failed mid-match, the moment spread instantly. Clips circulated, jokes followed, and attention quickly turned to Adidas. It was unplanned, negative, and highly visible, the kind of PR moment every brand dreads. But what happened next is where the real lesson lies.…
Agency Partners With Haven for Autism Foundation and Motoks Therapy Hub to Drive Grassroots Inclusion Across Ibadan Communities IBADAN, NIGERIA - Bean Creative IMC, the integrated marketing communications agency of the Chocolate City Group, served as the corporate partner behind the World Autism Awareness Day Walk in Ibadan. The 12-kilometer walk, organized by Haven for…
Influencer marketing has evolved. What started as a numbers game; followers, likes, reach, is now a performance-driven discipline. Yet many brands are still approaching it the old way. They chase clout. They prioritize visibility. They measure success in impressions. And then they wonder why nothing converts. The truth is simple: influencer marketing is no longer…
What Smart Brands Are Doing Differently
Knowing that integration matters is different from executing it. The brands winning in 2026 aren’t just "doing more", they’ve rebuilt their workflows around three specific operational shifts:
1. The Content Amplification Loop
Instead of treating influencer posts as endpoint deliverables, smart teams treat them as creative assets for broader…
Trust drives buying decisions and nothing builds trust faster than a real voice that your audience listens to. That’s why smart brands are turning to influencer marketing to grow their reach, drive engagement, and boost sales. At Bean Creative IMC, we help businesses tap into the power of influencer marketing by building strategic partnerships with…
In a marketplace where products and services are increasingly similar, how a brand communicates its value can make all the difference. One of the most powerful tools to achieve this is strategic storytelling, the art of shaping a brand narrative that not only informs but inspires, influences, and connects. At Bean Creative IMC, we specialize…
Twenty-five years into this century, and we're still learning what it means to build something that lasts. 2025 taught us that consistency isn't the absence of boldness—it's boldness applied with purpose, again and again. This year, we didn't chase trends. We created conditions for meaningful engagement between brands and the communities they serve. We facilitated…
Staying ahead isn’t just a goal, it's a necessity for every organization. As markets become more competitive and customer behaviors shift rapidly, businesses need smarter, faster, and more precise tools to connect with their audiences. That’s where Artificial Intelligence (AI) steps in. At Bean Creative IMC, we help businesses harness the power of AI to…
Brand Consistency: The Business Case for a Unified Brand Voice
Your brand is more than just a logo, it's your business's identity, reputation, and promise to customers. And just like people recognize individuals by their voice, tone, and style, businesses must present themselves consistently across every touchpoint to be remembered, trusted, and preferred. That’s where…
The Business Value of Well-Executed Event Marketing
Strategic event marketing delivers more than visibility; it drives growth. Businesses that invest in promoting their events effectively often see: Higher attendance and engagement Increased media and online exposure More qualified leads and faster sales cycles Stronger positioning in competitive markets Events…
