
Wesley Mercer
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Writing from California, Wesley Mercer sits at the intersection of behavioural psychology and data-driven marketing. He holds an MBA (Marketing & Analytics) from UC Berkeley Haas and a graduate certificate in Consumer Psychology from UCLA Extension. A former growth strategist for a Fortune 500 tech brand, Wesley has presented case studies at the invite-only retreats of the Silicon Valley Growth Collective and his thought-leadership memos are archived in the American Marketing Association members-only resource library. At DMNews he fuses evidence-based psychology with real-world marketing experience, offering professionals clear, actionable Direct Messages for thriving in a volatile digital economy. Share tips for new stories with Wesley at wesley@dmnews.com.
Immersive experiences: the future of retail
This article was first published in 2023 and was last updated June 27, 2025. Tension: We crave meaningful…
HubSpot expert explains why traditional methods are no longer enough
This article was originally published in early 2025 and was last updated on June 27, 2025. Tension: Creators…
How ‘The Escape Game’ used branding to stand out in a crowded market
This article was originally published in 2018 and was last updated on June 27, 2025. Tension: Standing out…
How AI is shaping the future of SEO and earned media
Tension: Marketers expect AI to optimize SEO—but discover it’s rewriting the rules instead. Noise: Hype cycles around AI…
Healthcare SEO isn’t about traffic—it’s about trust
This article was originally published in 2024 and was last updated on June 27, 2025. Tension: Healthcare organizations…
Future trends shaping digital marketing in 2025
This article was originally published in early 2025 and was last updated on June 26, 2025. Tension: The…
Old tech, new truth: The untapped power of SMS in modern marketing
This article was originally published in 2011 and was last updated on June 26, 2025. Tension: Brands want…
Dr Pepper weaves multichannel ‘Spider-Man’ promotion
This article was originally published in 2002 and was last updated on June 23, 2025. Tension: Brands want…
FedEx launches fully integrated campaign, featuring e-mail, direct mail
This article was originally published in 2010 and was last updated on June 23, 2025. Tension: In moments…
Does your law firm need a digital marketing strategy?
This article was originally published in 2024 and was last updated on June 23, 2025. Tension: Law firms…