S6 Ep149

US Election: American values and consumer sentiment

Culture and brand experts at Mintel explore consumer sentiment during the US election season, focusing on the stress and anxiety consumers are currently experiencing. How are brands navigating political engagement? Listen now to find out more about the evolving relationship between consumers and brands in a politically charged environment.

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Lynn Dornblaser
Client Advisor, Mintel.
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BJ Pichman
Principal Consultant, Mintel Consulting.
Lisa Dubina
Associate Director for Culture and Identity, Mintel.
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