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Marketing Doris gives the Oscar to Waterstones for their #lookstobooks collection
By helen March 16, 2026
See how Waterstones matched the Oscars’ red carpet looks with book covers in similar colours and styles. Fashion meets fiction in this fun #LookstoBooks feature!
Marketing Doris compliments M&S on their inspired hiring of a Chief Compliments Officer
By helen March 11, 2026
Marks & Spencer’s appointment of Gillian Anderson as Chief Compliments Officer shows how creativity, storytelling and emotion can power modern retail marketing. Here’s what marketers can learn.
Marketing Doris looks at Harry Styles marketing
By helen March 9, 2026
Discover how Harry Styles’ recent tour and one-off Manchester show offer a masterclass in marketing — from fair ticketing and clear communication to community engagement and extending fan experiences.
Marketing Doris explores why strategy, transparency and ROI should always come first in marketing
By helen March 9, 2026
A recent Dragons’ Den pitch sparked questions about high marketing and tech costs in growing businesses. Marketing Doris explores why strategy, transparency and ROI should always come first in marketing consultancy.
Join Marketing Doris for breakfast on 17th March
By helen March 6, 2026
Join Marketing Doris at the Two Valleys Big Breakfast on 17th March at Cedar Court Hotel, Huddersfield. Network with local businesses, see how BNI works, and explore potential referrals in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
When “Customer Retention” Undermines Customer Relationships
By helen February 20, 2026
A personal experience highlights how outsourcing customer retention can harm relationships, erode trust, and why GDPR and good data practices are key to brand loyalty.
Galentines Day - Marketing Doris - Valentines Day 2026
By helen February 10, 2026
Discover how Valentine’s 2026 is expanding beyond romance with Galentine’s Day. Learn how UK brands are celebrating friendship, boosting engagement, and growing seasonal spend.
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By helen February 4, 2026
Celebrating 19 years of Marketing Doris – reflections on relationships, adaptability, and real-world marketing that works for growing businesses.
CIM Webinar Recap: Boost Your Marketing Productivity with Better AI Prompts - Marketing Doris
By helen January 28, 2026
Discover key takeaways from the CIM webinar on mastering prompt engineering and how better AI prompts can boost marketing productivity, creativity and strategy.
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