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Futuri is the leading provider of cloud-based audience engagement software for the enterprise. Brands rely on Futuri to make their content more relevant, accessible, engaging, and results-driven. Founded in 2009, Futuri holds 12 published or pending patents in 151 countries. Named to the Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies for seven consecutive years, Futuri is the only audience engagement platform that includes solutions for sales, marketing, and content teams.
Futuri Names Tracy Gilliam Chief Strategy Officer, Appoints Todd Storch Chief Revenue Officer
/in New at Futuri, Press Release/by ZenaNewly-created leadership team roles elevate longtime Futuri leader Gilliam and bring Storch to the company. Cleveland, Ohio, January 25, 2022 — Futuri, the leading provider of AI-driven audience engagement and sales intelligence solutions for broadcasters and digital publishers, today announced the creation of two new leadership team roles designed to support its growth and expansion […]
TopLine Business Acumen Series Digest: January 24, 2022
/in Business Acumen Digests, Resources/by jesseThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.
WEBINAR | The Broadcast Sales Executive’s Guide to Crushing It in 2022
/in Sales Trends, Webinar/by ZenaJoin TopLine‘s A.J. Vaughan and Erin Callaghan for this free webinar on Thursday, January 20, with sessions at 11a and 4p ET. If you’re a broadcast sales executive, chances are you’ve learned a LOT about doing business differently over the last 22 months. But the pace of change isn’t slowing down just because clients and […]
TopLine Business Acumen Series Digest: January 10, 2022
/in Business Acumen Digests, Resources/by jesseThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.
Will your newsroom be ready when social media transparency becomes regulated?
/in Digital Publishing, Radio, Tech Trends, Television/by ZenaSocial media transparency is about to get regulated: here’s what it means for your newsroom. By Tim Wolff, Futuri’s VP, TV and Digital Publishing Innovation The talk–and there’s been a lot of it in recent years–is becoming more than talk. Bipartisan bills have been introduced; the public wants action. Even the founder of Facebook, Mark […]
TopLine Business Acumen Series Digest: January 3, 2022
/in Business Acumen Digests, Resources/by jesseThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.
TopLine Business Acumen Series Digest: December 27, 2021 Edition
/in Business Acumen Digests, Resources/by jesseThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.
TopLine Business Acumen Series Digest: December 21, 2021 Edition
/in Business Acumen Digests, Resources/by jesseThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.
Call it a comeback: Sports is back in local news
/in eSports, Television/by jesseRemember how local news cut back on sports for the past decade? That’s changing–FAST. By Tim Wolff, Futuri’s VP, TV and Digital Publishing Innovation For most of the past 15 years, local news has been cutting back on sports. I remember when I first heard that a local TV station in Colorado was dropping […]
TopLine Business Acumen Series: December 6, 2021 Edition
/in Business Acumen Digests, Resources/by jesseThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.
WEBINAR | Trust and Fear: Why News Consumers Do—or Don’t—Choose You
/in Television, Webinar/by ZenaIt’s not just social media that’s changed how consumers make media choices. New research from Futuri and SmithGeiger shows fundamental changes in why viewers, listeners, and readers choose certain local news brands. Key drivers heading into 2022 include the level of trust in media organizations and even the way media platforms affect mental health. In […]
TopLine Business Acumen Series Digest: November 29, 2021 Edition
/in Business Acumen Digests, Resources/by jesseThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.
Futuri Launches TopicPulse SportsEdge, AI-Driven Story Discovery for the Growing eSports and Betting Space
/in Press Release, Radio/by jesseFuturi officially announces TopicPulse SportsEdge, AI-driven audience engagement and sales intelligence solutions for broadcasters and publishers that is customized for eSports, betting, VR, and fantasy content. TopicPulse SportsEdge empowers news media and content creators who cover eSports, betting, fantasy sports, and VR content by providing 24/7 access to insights on the sports-related stories and topics […]
TopLine Business Acumen Series Digest: November 15, 2021 Edition
/in Business Acumen Digests, Resources/by Mia CrossThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.
Build a Better Broadcast
/in Digital Publishing, Radio, Television/by jesseWith the rise of listeners consuming more content through devices other than their traditional AM/FM dials, your radio station is going to need to figure out how to keep engaging audiences in the increasingly competitive market you may find yourself working in. As if you didn’t already know the unique challenges that your media […]
O Radio, Radio! Wherefore Art Thou Radio?
/in Podcasts, Radio, Television/by jesseAt Futuri Media, we recently did a lot of research into understanding today’s modern audience and what the findings mean for revenue at media brands like yours. With recent happenings in the world related to public health that have affected us all dramatically and explosive growth in the amount of media consumption, as well […]
Futuri Podcasting System POST Launches Major Update and Announces Published US Patent, as New Nielsen Data Shows Unique Impact of POST Technology on Time Spent with Audio
/in Industry News, Podcasts, Press Release/by ZenaFuturi Podcasting System POST Launches Major Update and Announces Published US Patent, as New Nielsen Data Shows Unique Impact of POST Technology on Time Spent with Audio Cleveland, Ohio, November 9, 2021 — Futuri, the leading provider of AI-driven audience engagement and sales intelligence solutions for broadcasters, today announced a major update to its patented […]
TopLine Business Acumen Series Digest: November 8, 2021 Edition
/in Business Acumen Digests, Resources/by jesseThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.
Where did all my listeners go?
/in Digital Publishing, Radio/by jesseAt Futuri, we recently partnered with Nielsen to produce yet another study on the Growing Audience with On-Demand Broadcast Audio study. After a quick two year break, we are back after a raging pandemic with updated information on why on-demand broadcast audio is a prime opportunity for your radio station even more now that it […]
Good Morning, New Normal!
/in Digital Publishing, Radio, Television/by jesseIn the last eighteen months, media consumers’ habits have shifted greatly. This has impacted so many parts of their lives from the time they wake up to the time they go to sleep. Major disruptions to everyone’s lives such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the related reordering of how we do things have changed our […]
TopLine Business Acumen Series Digest: November 1, 2021 Edition
/in Business Acumen Digests, Radio, Resources/by jesseThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.
More Thoughts on Connecting with Younger Audiences
/in Digital Publishing, Radio, Tech Trends, Television/by jesseYoung people have a lot going on in their lives at any given time. Getting their attention means competing against many other factors. Futuri recently hosted a webinar that addressed exactly this topic of how brands like yours can become not just relevant, but essential to younger audiences. You can see for yourself with […]
eSports: Opportunities that are No Game
/in Digital Publishing, eSports, Industry News, Radio/by jesseFollowing the launch of TopicPulse SportsEdge, a version of our real-time, AI-powered story discovery and social content system customized for eSports, betting, VR, and fantasy content, we’re digging back into our recent study on The Future of Audience and Revenue from Futuri and the SmithGeiger Group to look at eSports and how they present a […]
Get Serious Clout with Sports Betting and eSports Audiences
/in Digital Publishing, eSports, Radio, Television/by jesseWe are always looking for new ways to help you to engage with your audiences through our POST and TopicPulse lines of products, so when our team heard about the recent rise of sports betting and eSports, we knew it was a huge opportunity and we could help new customers! That’s what led to […]
How Sports Betting Could Be a Safe Bet for Your Business
/in Digital Publishing, eSports, Industry News/by jesseWe’re back today with some more insight into what The Future of Audience and Revenue study from Futuri and SmithGeiger Group uncovered about maximizing your audience for increased revenue. So far we’ve talked about the ways in which the modern audience has changed, and how your organization can adjust to meet their evolving expectations.If […]
WEBINAR Reaching Younger Audiences: How to Make Your Brand Essential
/in Webinar/by ZenaIn the recent Futuri x SmithGeiger study on the future of audience and revenue, 85% of media executives said reaching younger audiences was an important challenge facing the industry today, yet only 47% felt confident in the industry’s ability to do so. This 30-minute webinar, presented by Futuri’s Charlie Maxx and Sabrina Carlo, will cover […]
Adjusting to the Expectations of the Modern Audience
/in Digital Publishing, Radio, Television/by jesseIt’s time to take another look at some of the noteworthy discoveries resulting from The Future of Audience and Revenue study, from Futuri and SmithGeigerGroup. In my last post, we introduced you to the key discoveries that came about from this study. Media consumers and their needs are evolving – and if news outlets and […]
Some Key Findings from The Future of Audience and Revenue 2021
/in Digital Publishing, Industry News, Radio, Television, Uncategorized/by jesseFuturi Media recently concluded our most insightful nationwide media study to date: The Future of Audience and Revenue 2021 study, with SmithGeigerGroup. In preparation to make these industry-shaking discoveries public, let’s discuss a few of the key findings from the study as a preview, of sorts. While this is only the tip of the […]
Three Surprising Findings about the Modern Audience
/in Digital Publishing, Radio, Television, Uncategorized/by jesseWe are thrilled to dive into The Future of Audience and Revenue study, from Futuri and SmithGeigerGroup. Because of its incredibly wide-ranging nature, we want to take time to unpack some of the most eye-opening discoveries on our blog, and that quest begins today. As a reminder, this extensive study was Futuri’s most groundbreaking […]
Some Key Findings from The Future of Audience and Revenue 2021
/in Digital Publishing, Industry News, Radio, Television, Uncategorized/by jesseFuturi Media recently concluded our most insightful nationwide media study to date: The Future of Audience and Revenue 2021 study, with SmithGeigerGroup. In preparation to make these industry-shaking discoveries public, let’s discuss a few of the key findings from the study as a preview, of sorts. While this is only the tip of the […]
The Future of Audience and Revenue 2021: Get the White Paper from the Futuri x SmithGeiger Study
/in Industry News, Resources/by ZenaFuturi, the leading provider of AI-driven audience engagement and sales intelligence solutions for media, recently announced a selection of key findings from our Future of Audience and Revenue Study with SmithGeiger, which revealed tectonic shifts in how Americans perceive, consume and pay for media content, as well as media executives’ predictions for the sector and confidence in their […]
Futuri Study Reveals Permanent Changes to Media Perception, Consumption and Revenue Across Traditional, Digital and Social Media
/in Industry News/by ZenaAudiences dramatically accelerating adoption of streaming, social, subscriptions, and eSports Amidst voracious consumer appetite for content, majority of local TV outlets are dependent on social media for sourcing new stories and content for their audiences Media executives don’t feel confident in their companies’ ability to adopt advancing technologies to meet needs of consumers Consumer trust […]
Webinar — Navigating Change: How Top Broadcast Sales Execs Are Succeeding
/in Events/by ZenaIt’s always been said that those who are highly adaptable during times of change are positioned for success, and that’s never been more true than today. We’ve been through so much change since the top of 2020, and that’s not likely to let up any time soon. So what are top leaders doing to navigate […]
Morning Show Boot Camp 2021: Daniel Anstandig’s Innovation Session
/in Events, Industry News/by ZenaFuturi always looks forward to the Morning Show Boot Camp conference in Chicago, where some of the best morning show talent in the business comes together to talk about their craft, their audience, and what the future holds. This year, Futuri CEO Daniel Anstandig once again led an innovation-focused session, titled The Crucial Role of Innovation […]
Daniel Anstandig to Moderate Podcast Content Strategy Session at Podcast Movement 2021
/in Events, Industry News/by ZenaThe Futuri Team is celebrating a return to conferences this week in Nashville, Tennessee for Podcast Movement 2021. On Friday, Daniel Anstandig, CEO of Futuri Media, will be moderating a panel about content marketing as part of the conference’s Brand and Content Marketing Track. The Podcast Movement panel is called “What Content Marketers Can Learn […]
Futuri Launches AdMatic™ to Organize and Monetize the World’s Podcasts
/in Industry News, New at Futuri/by ZenaFuturi, the company behind podcasting solutions relied on by several of the world’s top audio brands, brings its innovative AI-based solutions to a broader market Cleveland, Ohio, August 4, 2021 — Futuri, the leading provider of AI-driven audience engagement and sales intelligence solutions for broadcasters, today announced the launch of AdMatic™, a revolutionary system that […]
Webinar: Don’t Let the Summer Slump Kill Your Q3: How to Break Through When It Seems Like Everyone’s on Vacation
/in Events/by ZenaAh, summer. It’s great when you can enjoy your own time off — and for sales executives, it’s maddening when you can’t even get an email back from clients and prospects who are focused on their own R&R. So how do you break through and make such a great impression that your target wants to […]
WATCH NOW: Making Appointment TV When You Have 10 (14? 24?) Hours of News
/in Events, Television/by ZenaAccess Tim Wolff’s webinar on proven ways to keep your viewers engaged “Tonight at 5, this story, then at 5:30, that story, at 6, another story, and make sure to watch at 10 and 11 when we have another must-see story…” This is what it can feel like to be a promotions producer, trying to […]
Making Appointment TV When You Have 10 (14? 24?) Hours of News
/in Futuri Fundamentals, Television/by ZenaLocal stations have more news time than ever. But with all that time on the air, do viewers really think they’re missing something if they don’t watch? Here’s how to build appointment viewing so your viewers know the value of your newscasts–and know when to tune in for the biggest impact. By Tim Wolff “Tonight […]
TopLine Business Acumen Series Digest: March 15th, 2021 Edition
/in Business Acumen Digests, Resources/by Mia CrossThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.
TopLine Business Acumen Series Digest: March 9th, 2021 Edition
/in Business Acumen Digests, Resources/by Mia CrossThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.
Futuri launches TopicPulse ContentAdvantage, content AI designed for TV broadcasters and digital publishers
/in Industry News, New at Futuri/by Mia CrossThe new TopicPulse ContentAdvantage is customized to meet the needs of television stations and digital publishers, giving a unique and exclusive advantage to newsrooms. Cleveland, March 4, 2021 — Futuri, the leading provider of AI-driven audience engagement and sales intelligence technology for media, today announced the launch of TopicPulse ContentAdvantage. This new launch takes TopicPulse, […]
Webinar: Winning Breaking News: Hint! It’s Not Always About Being First
/in Events/by Mia Cross”Winning” breaking news is a non-stop battle. But if you think the only goal is to be first, then you’re missing the most important parts. On Thursday, March 11, at 1p ET, Tim Wolff, Futuri VP TV & Digital Publishing Innovation, and Futuri CEO and Founder Daniel Anstandig presented Winning Breaking News. Hint! It’s Not […]
Futuri’s POST Announces POST AudioShield™, a Patent-Pending Feature to Protect Clients from Audio Copyright Fines
/in New at Futuri, Podcasts, Press Release/by Mia CrossFuturi’s POST Announces POST AudioShield™, a Patent-Pending Feature to Protect Clients from Audio Copyright Fines Cleveland, March 2, 2021 — Futuri’s POST, the revolutionary podcasting technology used by more than 1,500 broadcast brands worldwide, today announced the launch of POST AudioShield™, a patent-pending feature that enables its clients to prevent copyrighted music from inadvertently making […]
TopLine Business Acumen Series Digest: March 1st, 2021 Edition
/in Business Acumen Digests, Resources/by Mia CrossThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.
SummitMedia Revolutionizes Sales and Content Strategy with Enterprise-Wide Futuri Technology Partnership
/in Industry News, Press Release/by Mia CrossCompanies partner on sales intelligence and content discovery systems, audio streaming, and mobile apps. Cleveland, Ohio, TKDATE — Futuri, the leading provider of AI-driven sales intelligence and audience engagement technology for broadcasters, and SummitMedia, an integrated broadcasting, digital media, direct marketing and events company, today announced an enterprise-wide partnership that will bring Futuri’s growth solutions, […]
TopLine Business Acumen Series Digest: February 23rd, 2021 Edition
/in Business Acumen Digests, Resources/by Mia CrossThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.
Case study: Growing ratings with POST by Futuri
/in Resources/by Mia CrossSee how one major morning show in a Top 5 market saw ratings growth during the same period where they started using POST to podcast show highlights daily.
Webinar: Closing The Appointment and Closing More Deals: What Cuts Through in 2021
/in Events/by Mia CrossCould your efforts to get in front of busier-than-ever qualified buyers be earning you a one-way ticket to the junk folder? There have never been more options for advertisers to place their dollars, and the competition for their attention is sky-high. Changing landscapes require new approaches for success — which is why TopLine is designed […]
Tim Wolff and Tom Raponi Join Futuri, Expanding Reach for Its Content, Audience, and Revenue AI for TV Broadcasters and Digital Publishers
/in Digital Publishing, Industry News, New at Futuri, Press Release, Television/by ZenaTV and digital publishing industry executives join Futuri’s growing team. Cleveland, Ohio, February 16, 2021 — Futuri, the leading provider of AI-driven audience engagement and sales intelligence technology for media, today announced two new senior leaders on its team who are focused on developing its suite of offerings for local, network, and cable television and […]
TopLine Business Acumen Series Digest: February 16th, 2021 Edition
/in Business Acumen Digests, Resources/by Mia CrossThis week: Back to school opportunities, hair wellness takes off, rise in interest in auto sales, how mortgage lenders and real estate agents must set themselves apart, and more.