Takeaways From 10 Years as a Political Analyst and Professor

Takeaways From 10 Years as a Political Analyst and Professor

Earlier this month I was preparing a lecture on the use of disinformation in political campaigns for the course on political advertising I teach at the University of North Florida. Reviewing past lectures, it struck me that 2026 marks 10 years I’ve been teaching this course while also serving as a political analyst for First Coast News.

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How to Turn Your Expertise Into Influence

How to Turn Your Expertise Into Influence

Earned media isn’t always characters and emotional appeal. While that is an important aspect of drawing journalists in, organizations also need to have strong leaders to call on – with strong opinions. Thought leadership is growing in popularity in the earned media realm. It’s when organizational leaders share specialized knowledge, an original perspective or informed insights to establish themselves, or their company, as a credible voice in its field.

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The Mainstays of Media Buying in a Fragmented Marketplace

The Mainstays of Media Buying in a Fragmented Marketplace

Consumers have long been exposed to a tremendous amount of advertisements daily, but today they are spread across as many as 20 different media platforms. With linear TV, streaming CTV/OTT, radio, out-of-home, podcasts and a wide variety of paid search, digital outreach and social media options, it’s increasingly challenging for companies to know what to do.

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Inside the Design: How We Built Hope Needs Help

Inside the Design: How We Built Hope Needs Help

Company websites must do more than look good; they should tell a story that moves people to act. At Daigle Creative, we build every website strategically with the client’s goals and the user experience leading the way. Whether the website is about an organization as a whole or a specific campaign, every page should have clear messaging that builds trust and provides visitors with obvious next steps.  

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Is Your Brand Inconsistent? It May Be Costing You.

Is Your Brand Inconsistent? It May Be Costing You.
Most businesses don’t have a brand problem. They have a consistency problem. Logos, colors and core messages are only valuable when they’re used correctly. Although many businesses today spend thousands of dollars on branding, the way it’s implemented tends to slip. According to research that tracked select companies throughoutRead more →

Lessons from Super Bowl LX

Lessons from Super Bowl LX
Super Bowl advertising costs reached a record high this year with some :30 second spots going for $10 million, although viewership ended clocking in slightly lower than last year at an average of 124.9 million. With the matching investments NBC often required to enter into the SuperRead more →

Making the Most of Your Agency Partnership

Making the Most of Your Agency Partnership
What we love about our clients is how deeply committed they are to their work. Time and again, we see teams who wear a lot of hats and find ways to make things happen – even when resources are stretched. But what if we told you there’sRead more →

Should You Reply to That Comment?

Should You Reply to That Comment?
It’s hard to see a nasty comment written below your business’s post. It’s frustrating seeing a bad review. And it can feel defeating if no one sticks up for you. In today’s digital age, the internet isn’t just a way for businesses to reach their clients, customersRead more →

What you have to do to get “earned media” today

What you have to do to get “earned media” today
Securing earned media coverage today is much more than press releases and cold pitching. Shrinking newsrooms and a saturated community of stories make for a competitive market that continues to call for strategic storytelling and relentless relevance. To break through the noise, you must think like aRead more →