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Case Study: Rebuilding the Marketing Function at Clarion Events – Oil & Gas Division
Rebuilding a High-Performing Marketing Function: Clarion Oil & Gas Case Study | CDM
Caylee Donaldson
10 min read


Say Hello to Sophie Nicklin – CDM’s New Senior Consultant!
We’re thrilled to welcome Sophie Nicklin to CDM as our new Senior Consultant! With a sharp strategic mind and a love for data, Sophie joins the team ready to help clients solve complex marketing challenges. Get to know her in this Q&A.
Caylee Donaldson
3 min read


The Smarter Event Marketer’s Guide to ChatGPT (Without Sounding Like a Robot)
What ChatGPT can (and can’t) do, and how to seamlessly integrate it into your event workflows without sounding like a robot.
Caylee Donaldson
22 min read


What Chocolate Flavour Is Your Brand? Discover Your Brand’s Sweet Spot
Is your brand sweet like white chocolate or bold like dark? This World Chocolate Day, explore how your brand’s “flavour” shapes perception, loyalty, and identity—plus, take our fun quiz to find your perfect match.
Rachel McMahon
9 min read


Fifty Shades of Marketing Grey: How to Choose the Right Brand Colours
Discover how to choose the perfect brand colours to reflect your personality, attract your ideal audience, and boost recognition. Includes expert tips, psychology insights, and real-world examples.
Rachel McMahon
5 min read


Emojis in Event Marketing: Boosting Engagement or Crossing the Line?
Should you use emojis in your event marketing emails and social posts? Discover when emojis boost engagement—and when they backfire. Learn B2B vs B2C best practices, supported by data and real-world examples.
Caylee Donaldson
13 min read


What Is Temporary Marketing Support—and When Should You Use It?
Discover how temporary marketing support can give your business the flexibility, expertise, and momentum it needs—without the long-term commitment. Ideal for events, campaigns, and seasonal surges.
Rachel McMahon
8 min read


What’s Sizzling in Event Tech Right Now?
In celebration of National BBQ Week 2025, we’re serving up the most sizzling tech trends heating up the events industry.
Caylee Donaldson
9 min read


How to Build a High-Quality, GDPR-Compliant Event Database
Discover a step-by-step guide for event marketers to build, segment, and maintain an engaged, permission-based database that drives ROI year after year.
Caylee Donaldson
32 min read
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