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In Clear Focus: Demystifying Marketing Efficiency Ratio (MER)

May 13, 2026

Find out how booking behaviors have changed, and what you can do to dominate the listings in this post for Hotel Executive by Kinetic319 founder Adam Ortman.

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Hotel Executive: How Guests Actually Choose Hotels in a Crowded Digital Marketplace

April 20, 2026

Find out how booking behaviors have changed, and what you can do to dominate the listings in this post for Hotel Executive by Kinetic319 founder Adam Ortman.

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The Wise Marketer: From Boomers to Gen Alpha: What Brands Need to Know About Generational Shopping & Media Consumption Behaviors

March 26, 2026

Learn about the unique shopping habits and media diets defining every age group's shopping behaviors in this post by Adam Ortman for The Wise Marketer.

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Forbes Agency Council: Measurement Reimagined: The Analytics Framework Every Modern Marketer Needs

March 20, 2026

Learn how to transform outdated analytics into a modern framework that tracks what truly drives revenue in Adam Ortman’s piece for Forbes Agency Council.

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Destination CRM: GEO Is Superseding SEO

March 3, 2026

Find out how GEO is catching up to SEO in advertisers' race to be seen.

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Customer Think: Why Super Bowl Ads Captivate Audiences and How Marketers Can Harness That Magic

February 8, 2026

Learn the strategies that make Super Bowl campaigns so unforgettable and find out how to apply them to your own marketing for big-game results without the big budget.

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Is Anything Real? Podcast: AR/VR, Not Hype: 70/20/10 Testing & Real-World Plays

January 18, 2026

In this podcast episode, Adam Ortman shares practical insights on navigating AR/VR adoption, emphasizing the 70/20/10 testing framework to balance innovation with budget protection. He discusses real-world applications, early inventory opportunities like Roblox, and leadership strategies to explore immersive tech without succumbing to the hype.

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Forbes Agency Council: Budget Reset: How To Build A Flexible Media-Buying Strategy For 2026

January 9, 2026

As we move into a new year, flexibility is key as you develop a nimble media-buying strategy that works for you, not against you.

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Deconstructing Data: Full-Funnel Growth: Smarter Attribution and Revenue Optimization

December 9, 2025

Not sure if your marketing is actually working? Find out how to tell and how to decode performance metrics beyond the numbers.

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Forbes Agency Council: The 2026 Media And Marketplace Trends Brands Can’t Ignore

December 15, 2025

Get ahead for 2026 by paying attention to the top trends on the horizon.

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Hotel-Online: Start 2026 Strong: Rethink These Three 2025 Marketing Strategies in the New Year

December 8, 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, take the time to rethink your hospitality brand's marketing for the new year.

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Retail Customer Experience: Getting Ready for AI and Monetization of Shopping Search Results

November 20, 2025

AI is changing online shopping search as well as how and where suggestions appear. Find out how to prepare in this piece for Retail Customer Experience.

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From Startup to Wunderbrand: How Big Brands Buy Media and What Startups Can Learn

November 16, 2025

Find out how psychology drives marketing and why media buying is perennially misunderstood in this podcast between founder Adam Ortman and Nicholas Kuhne.

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Podcast

The Guiding Brands Podcast: Understanding Why People Give (2 Parts)

November 5, 2025

Learn more about the role of consumer psychology in nonprofit marketing to help you refine your strategy. Turn donors into dedicated advocates in this podcast episode featuring founder Adam Ortman and Guiding Brands' Karen Vick.

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MyTotalRetail: 6 Marketing Traps That Could Cost You Big This Holiday Season

October 29, 2025

It's the most wonderful time of the year. But if you're a marketer or business owner, it can also be tough to stand out in a crowded market. Here are some common pitfalls to avoid.

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Lab Coat Agents: Your Audience Doesn't Trust You - And How to Fix It

October 21, 2025

Consumer trust is a must-have in building your personal brand. Find out how to forge a solid reputation your customers can count on in our latest podcast appearance.

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eMarketer: AI, Consumer Behavior, and the Trust Economy

October 21, 2025

For better or worse, AI is reshaping the way consumers make decisions (and deciding who they choose to trust). Get the full guide (featuring insights from founder Adam Ortman) here.

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Hotel Online: Beyond the Post: How Hotels Can Build Authentic Influencer Partnerships

September 25, 2025

Influencer marketing is an effective strategy for hotel brands, but bigger isn't always better. Find out how to hit the mark in this guide.

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Customer Think: 2025 Holiday Shopping Trends to Prepare For Now

August 30, 2025

Ready or not: the 2025 holiday season is coming up fast. Prepare your marketing strategy now by reading this advice from Adam Ortman for Customer Think.

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Healthcare Business Today: From Click to Care: Rethinking the Insurance Marketing Funnel

August 6, 2025

Marketing in the insurance and healthcare world is its own beast. Find out best practices and tips for adapting to this fast-changing segment.

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Business Mastery Podcast: Art and Science of Customer Retention

July 23, 2025

Have you ever wondered what makes customers stick around for good? Learn the strategies you can implement as a business owner to keep your customers coming back for more.

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DestinationCRM: The Psychology of Summer Marketing: Why Customers Buy Differently When the Sun Is Out

July 16, 2025

Curious why shopping habits change as the days grow longer? Learn more about the psychology of summer marketing in this post from Adam Ortman, founder of Kinetic319.

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DestinationCRM: Post-Pandemic Live Events Look Very Different

April 18, 2025

Find out how live events have changed in 2025 and beyond in this piece featuring insights from Kinetic319's founder, Adam Ortman.

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HotelExecutive: 2025 Hospitality Marketing Trends You Need to Keep Your Eye on

April 2025

Learn more about the latest trends transforming hospitality marketing in 2025, from AI advancements to social media strategies.

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Digital Slice: Consumer Psychology Secrets That Make Brands Millions

April 8, 2025

Join Brad Friedman and Adam Ortman as they chat about the ins and outs of consumer psychology and the importance of businesses knowing their audience.

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DenverNews: Unlocking the Secrets to Lead Conversion: Denver Author's New Book Demystifies the Art of Turning Prospects into Loyal Customers

April 3, 2025

View the Denver News’ coverage of the release of an insightful new book from Kinetic319on lead conversion strategies.

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Destination CRM: How to Master Marketing in a World of Tariffs

April 3, 2025

We outline how marketers can adapt to rising tariffs by optimizing digital strategies, revisiting offline tactics, and adjusting pricing and supply chains. It encourages using disruption as a chance to innovate and stay competitive.

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Delivering Marketing Joy: How Any Size Brand can Reach Their Audience

March 19, 2025

Adam Ortman shares key tips on how businesses of any size can effectively connect with their audience.

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Customer Think: Why Seasonality is Important to Campaign Planning

March 18, 2025

At Kinetic319, we believe seasonality plays a crucial role in effective campaign planning. We've seen firsthand how consumer behavior shifts throughout the year—and when brands align their campaigns with those natural patterns, performance improves dramatically. That’s why we always use data to uncover key seasonal trends and ensure our media strategies are built to meet people where they are, when they’re ready to act. It’s not just smart—it’s essential to driving better ROI.

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The Longer Game: How to Get the Click You Want: Musings on Full-Funnel Advertising

March 7, 2025

Learn actionable steps to craft compelling calls-to-action and drive engagement online.

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Exploring Growth: How to Turn Buyers into Brand Advocates

March 5, 2025

In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Adam Hartman, Founder & CEO of Kinetic319, to discuss strategies for building emotional connections in B2B marketing. Adam shares insights on the importance of effective onboarding and maintaining open communication with clients. They also emphasizes the value of understanding clients' preferences.

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My Weekly Marketing: Understanding Consumer Behavior with Adam Ortman

March 5, 2025

Gain insights into consumer psychology and how it impacts purchasing decisions with Adam Ortman.

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Hotel Online: 2025 Industry Trends & Forecasts: Here’s What I’m Watching

February 5, 2025

Explore major hospitality trends and predictions for 2025, including sustainability and guest experience advancements.

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I Need A Speaker: Beyond the Campaign: Leadership, Connection, and Innovation with Adam Ortman

January 22, 2025 

Strategies to make sure your campaigns stay relevant and resonant beyond their launch timelines.

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eCommerce Marketing Podcast: Harnessing AI for E-commerce Success - with Adam Ortman

January 29, 2025

Learn how AI can optimize your e-commerce strategy to boost revenue and customer satisfaction.

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Customer Think: 7 Ways to Keep the Holiday Season Momentum Going into the New Year

December 24, 2024

Tips to sustain your sales momentum after the holiday season ends.

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BeautyMatter: Luxury Beauty's Resilience: Thriving Amid Economic Challenges

November 29, 2024

Explore how luxury brands are thriving despite global economic challenges in this piece, featuring insights from Adam Ortman.

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The Future of Commerce: 9 Social Shopping Strategies to Boost Your Brand During the Holiday Rush

November 21, 2024

Maximize holiday sales with these proven social shopping strategies.

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Ecommerce Traffic & Conversion Podcast: Maximize Revenue with AI-Enhanced Social Commerce

November 19, 2024

Discover how AI-enhanced social commerce can increase revenue and customer satisfaction.

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Hotel Executive: Inspire Wanderlust: Strategies for Creating Compelling Holiday Content

November 3, 2024

Strategies to create compelling holiday content that sparks wanderlust and drives engagement.

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The West Australian: Arylene Westlake-Jennings: It’s time to get out there and shop in person

October 26, 2024

A persuasive piece encouraging in-person shopping in a digital world, with insights from Adam Ortman.

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Hotel Dive: How to Harness Data to Create Personalized Hotel Stays

October 25, 2024

Learn how data can help hotels enhance guest personalization.

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Please Advise: 🦅 Election Special 🔥 Advertising Hell 💣 Brand Minefields 😎 w/ Adam Ortman

October 16, 2024

Listen to the complexities of brand advertising during a contentious election year.

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Swaay Health: Creating a Seamless Patient Experience With Omnichannel Marketing

October 2, 2024

Explore insights for creating seamless patient experiences through innovative omnichannel marketing.

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Bold Journey Magazine: Meet Adam Ortman

September 24, 2024

A deep-dive into Adam Ortman’s entrepreneurial story and his insights on building authentic client relationships and marketing strategies.

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Hospitality Tech: Boost Holiday Bookings with Smart Marketing Strategies

September 23, 2024

Learn strategic tips to make your holiday travel marketing stand out and boost bookings this festive season.

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What's Working in E-Commerce: Unlock the Power of AI & Customer Psychology

September 13, 2024

Tune into a podcast exploring the intersection of AI and customer psychology for enhanced business strategies.

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Ad Exchanger: Authenticity Can Help Brands Ride The Election Wave – Without Drowning

August 28, 2024

Discover how brands can remain authentic while staying relevant during election season.

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Healthcare Business Today: Navigating the healthcare boom: How marketing can help meet patient demand 

August 22, 2024

Explore marketing strategies to meet the rising demand in today’s expanding healthcare sector.

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Denver Sun: Introducing AskKinetic: An Online Hub Offering Professional Marketing Advice - FOR FREE!

August 15, 2024

A press release highlighting Kinetic319's release of AskKinetic.

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CustomerThink: Sugar, Spice, and Everything Nice: Your Guide to Holiday Marketing

July 18, 2024

Boost your holiday campaign success with these practical marketing tips.

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Glossy: Luxury briefing: Sports betting is a big opportunity for luxury brands - with big risks

June 27, 2024

Explore the opportunities and challenges as luxury brands tap into the sports betting industry, with insights from Adam Ortman.

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MarTech: How to market in the age of outrage

June 27, 2024

Read how to craft impactful marketing strategies in an era dominated by fast-moving news cycles and social media debates.

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U.S. News & World Report: How the Lottery Works, and Is It Worth Playing?

June 24, 2024

A detailed exploration of the lottery system and whether it’s worth your time and money, featuring insights from Adam Ortman.

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RetailBoss: Traffic but No Sales? 8 Expert Tips on How to Fix It

June 24, 2024

Turn website traffic into actual sales with these expert strategies.

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HubSpot: The Science Behind Social Shopping: Why We Are Always 'Clicking to Buy', According to Psychologists

May 28, 2024

Learn about the psychology behind social shopping and how to boost sales through online communities, with insights from Adam Ortman.

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RetailBoss: Report: 88% of Americans are now aware of Temu

April 16, 2024

A marketing case study about how TEMU achieved widespread brand awareness in the United States, with insights from Adam Ortman.

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