Ruchi Roy

Ruchi Roy is a Staff Writer at Ad Pulse with 9 years of experience in reporting, writing, and content production. She is a professional writer with a background in journalism. Her reporting focuses on branding, creativity, brand strategy, B2B marketing, and influencer and creator economies, exploring how these forces shape modern marketing and culture. Her strength lies in research-led storytelling, turning complex ideas into content that is relevant, credible, and valuable.

Articles by Ruchi Roy

September Marketing Rundown: 6 Must-Know Stories That Shaped the Month

September Marketing Rundown: 6 Must-Know Stories That Shaped the Month

By Ruchi Roy | September 30, 2025

The September marketing landscape saw both ups and downs, as evolving AI tools emerged to support creators, marketers, and brands.   While the partnerships between marketing firms such as IPG and Omnicom have been forming, the brands face backlash from various…

Gen Z in Marketing

Gen Z in Marketing Firms is Disappearing from Workspace

By Ruchi Roy | September 26, 2025

Gen Z in marketing has always been an enigma for corporations. While we always discuss reports and stats on Gen Z consumers, today, we are focusing on their contribution to marketing workspaces.   A shocking report from Live Data Technologies revealed…

Cowmaxxing, Real-Food, and Avocado Oil Reform the F&B Marketing

Cowmaxxing, Real-Food, and Avocado Oil Reform the F&B Marketing

By Ruchi Roy | September 23, 2025

The food and beverage industry is going through a phase where consumers push for ‘real food’ on their plates, and that’s how the Cowmaxxing era is blasting the food aisle.  Not just ‘cowmaxxing’ but also the inclusion of avocado oil,…

AI Personalization The New Determiner in Holiday Shopping for Gen Z Consumers

AI Personalization: The New Determiner in Holiday Shopping for Gen Z Consumers

By Ruchi Roy | September 23, 2025

The holiday shopping season is usually the retail industry’s comfort blanket—a reliable fourth-quarter surge to cover up weaker months. In 2025, that blanket feels thinner, and retailers are bracing for a chill.   Sales are expected to grow just 1.2% during…

Comedy, Adtech, Live TV The Kingmakers at TV Upfronts 2025

Comedy, Adtech, Live TV: The Kingmakers at TV Upfronts 2025

By Ruchi Roy | September 22, 2025

The 2025 TV Upfronts marked a defining moment for advertisers, publishers, and brands. Why? Because new heroes, undercurrents, and kingmakers were revealed—and there’s no excuse anymore for brands to shy away from understanding their importance.  TV continues to hold a…

Rage baiting

Rage baiting: New Creative Drivel or a Misguided Front?

By Ruchi Roy | September 16, 2025

Advertising has always been about grabbing attention. It’s about creating conversations, shaping perceptions, and influencing decisions. But somewhere along the way, the quest for attention, visibility, and rapid growth has led some brands into murky waters. The line between thoughtful…

CTV Measurement Without Nielsen

Navigating CTV Measurement Without Nielsen: The Great TV Currency Shift

By Ruchi Roy | September 13, 2025

Nielsen’s panel-only currency is on borrowed time. By the end of 2025, it will be retired, marking one of the most consequential shifts in TV and CTV measurement in decades.   With connected TV (CTV) expected to account for 40.2% of…

Marketing Insight ‘Famine’: More Than 50% of Brands Fail in Insight Development

Marketing Insight ‘Famine’: Over 50% Of Brands Lacks Quality Insight

By Ruchi Roy | September 10, 2025

Advertising and marketing industry is suffering from a marketing insight famine. 51% of brands say their insights are too weak for creative work, according to State of Creativity by Cannes Lions 2025.  Every week and month, hundreds of reports and…

Channelize Memories in your Festival Marketing Strategy for Sales Growth

Channelize Memories in your Festival Marketing Strategy for Sales Growth

By Ruchi Roy | September 8, 2025

We are entering the time of festivals in the midst of inflation and tariffs. The talk for festival marketing strategy is significant where consumers are running away from stores or buying anything. If a purchaser thinks more than once while…

Consumers Not Engaged Enough? Here are 4 Bonds that Forge Customer Loyalty

Customer Loyalty Demystified: 4 Bonds That Actually Work

By Ruchi Roy | September 4, 2025

Customer loyalty isn’t a program, it’s survival. For brands, it’s the thin line between being the GOAT and being ghosted. Sure, freebies and coupon codes can win a click, but can they win a customer’s mindshare? Not for long. Ogilvy’s…