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- Forbes
- Jessica Hawthorne-Castro
Curious which non-AI tech skills communications pros need to master in 2026 to stay effective and future-ready? Check out this new Forbes Agency Council article featuring insights from top marketing leaders — including Jessica Hawthorne-Castro. From data literacy and digital fluency to mastering core tools that drive smarter execution, these perspectives highlight the foundational skills that continue to power strong communications and agency growth.
- Inc.com
- Jessica Hawthorne-Castro
Curious how today’s leaders are empowering teams when it comes to using AI at work? Check out this new Inc. article featuring insights from top marketing leaders — including Jessica Hawthorne-Castro. From setting clear guardrails to encouraging responsible experimentation, these insights show how leaders can enable teams to use AI thoughtfully while protecting quality, trust, and culture.
- Inc.com
- Jessica Hawthorne-Castro
Curious how founders can successfully transition into strong managers in 2026? Check out this new Inc. article featuring insights from top marketing leaders — including Jessica Hawthorne-Castro. From structuring feedback to empowering your people, this is essential reading for any founder leveling up their leadership.
- Forbes
- Jessica Hawthorne-Castro
Curious how agencies are turning content syndication into a strategic growth lever in 2026? Check out this new Forbes Agency Council article featuring insights from top marketing leaders — including Jessica Hawthorne-Castro. From testing messaging to choosing the right platforms, these tips show how syndication can strengthen brand authority and fuel scalable growth.
- Inc.com
- Jessica Hawthorne-Castro
Curious how today’s leaders are thinking about growth vs. profitability in 2026?Check out this new Inc. article featuring insights from top marketing leaders — including Jessica Hawthorne-Castro. From disciplined budgeting and thoughtful risk-taking to prioritizing initiatives that actually move the business forward, this is essential reading for anyone navigating scaling challenges and sustainable success.
- Forbes
- Jessica Hawthorne-Castro
Wondering how omnichannel marketing is evolving in 2026? Check out this new Forbes Agency Council article featuring insights from top marketing leaders — including Jessica Hawthorne-Castro. Discover how experts are redefining omnichannel strategy to create seamless, data-driven customer experiences, strengthen brand trust, and deliver consistency across every touchpoint.
- Forbes
- Jessica Hawthorne-Castro
Curious about where podcasting is headed next? Check out this new Forbes Agency Council article featuring insights from top marketing leaders — including Jessica Hawthorne-Castro. Discover how experts are rethinking podcast strategy to better engage audiences, amplify reach, and future-proof audio content in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
- Inc.com
- Jessica Hawthorne-Castro
In today’s marketplace, brand and performance marketing aren’t opposing forces — they’re multipliers. In her latest article for Inc., Jessica Hawthorne-Castro breaks down why unifying brand and performance under a single strategy drives both immediate results and long-term growth. From building emotional connection to capturing conversions more efficiently, this read offers a fresh perspective for marketers and business leaders alike.
- Forbes
- Jessica Hawthorne-Castro
Thinking about what the next wave of healthcare marketing could and should look like? Check out this new Forbes Agency Council article featuring insights from top marketing leaders — including Jessica Hawthorne-Castro. Discover how experts are rethinking strategy to reduce friction, build trust, and make healthcare marketing more human and customer-centric.
- Forbes
- Jessica Hawthorne-Castro
Thinking about what the next wave of marketing could and should look like? Check out this new Forbes Agency Council article featuring insights from top marketing leaders — including Jessica Hawthorne-Castro. Discover how leading experts design clearer steps, reduce friction, and turn the buying journey into a more human and customer centric experience.
Resources
Hawthorne has been a leader and pioneer in Brand Response Advertising and Direct Response Marketing for 35 years.
Our rich history of measuring audience response and applying data-driven attribution and analytics to optimize campaigns provides us with an unparalleled depth and breadth of experience. Some of that experience is shared below in this Resources section.
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