B2The7 News & Blog
Marketing Insights & Trends
The B2The7 News & Blog is where Louisville-based marketing strategist Bernie Fussenegger shares weekly insights on digital marketing, SEO, AI search, social media strategy, and marketing trends that help businesses grow smarter and faster. With 25+ years of experience including senior roles at Papa John's and Confluent Health, Bernie publishes practical, data-driven articles every week covering what's actually moving in marketing right now — from Generative Engine Optimization and Google algorithm updates to lifecycle marketing, local SEO, and content strategy. Browse the latest posts below or subscribe to the weekly Trend Brief newsletter to get these insights delivered to your inbox.
Discover the latest insights, strategies, and trends with the B2The7 News & Blog—your resource for actionable digital marketing tips, SEO strategies, and AI-driven marketing insights. We cover everything from social media marketing and content optimization to brand growth tactics that help businesses increase visibility, engagement, and conversions. Each article is crafted to provide practical, data-driven takeaways you can implement right away. Whether you’re looking to improve your search rankings, strengthen your digital presence, or stay ahead of emerging marketing trends, our blog gives you the tools and knowledge to grow smarter and faster.
Marketing Trends: Week of May 18, 2026
The week of May 18, 2026 brings five structural shifts marketers need to act on now: Google's agentic ad model, ChatGPT's open self-serve platform, Meta overtaking Google in global ad revenue, social media as the dominant search tool, and Reddit's breakout ad growth.
5 Marketing & Digital Trends: Week of May 11, 2026
Google updated AI Mode and AI Overviews, TikTok launched a global commerce push, Meta opened AI ad automation to all advertisers, LinkedIn passed YouTube for B2B video, and brand trust is now a measurable growth signal. Five trends shaping marketing the week of May 11, 2026.
5 Marketing & Digital Trends: Week of May 4, 2026
Google AI Mode is rewriting SEO. Meta just passed Google in ad revenue. Creator marketing hit $44 billion. Here are the five trends that matter most this week.
Marketing & Digital Trends: April 27, 2026
The top marketing and digital trends for the week of April 27, 2026 -- covering creator advertising, Meta's Andromeda AI system, short-form vertical video, TikTok Shop commerce growth, and agentic AI entering live advertising infrastructure at production scale.
Marketing Trends: April 20, 2026
The top marketing trends for April 20, 2026 show how AI search, LinkedIn content, ChatGPT, user-generated content, and Threads are changing how brands get found and drive conversions.
5 Marketing & Digital Trends: Week of April 13, 2026
This week’s marketing trends highlight major shifts in AI search, Reddit’s growing influence, Meta automation, creator performance, and TikTok-driven buying behavior.
5 Marketing & Digital Trends: Week of April 6, 2026
Explore the biggest marketing, digital, and social trends shaping April 2026. Learn how AI search, automation, creator marketing, and first party data are impacting visibility, traffic, and performance.
5 Marketing & Digital Trends Shaping the Week of March 30, 2026
AI is reshaping search, paid media is evolving, and content is being judged faster than ever. These are the trends driving visibility and performance right now.
Marketing Trends: Week of March 23, 2026
This week’s marketing trends highlight a shift toward AI-driven advertising, evolving content discovery, and the growing impact of niche communities and experiential strategies.
5 Marketing & Digital Trends Shaping the Week of March 16, 2026
Discover the five biggest marketing, digital, and social media trends shaping the week of March 16, 2026. Learn how AI search, LinkedIn authority, and emerging AI advertising are changing how brands build visibility online.
5 Marketing & Digital Trends Shaping the Week of March 9, 2026
The marketing landscape is evolving fast. This week’s top trends highlight how AI search, conversational advertising, creator marketing, and automation are changing how brands attract and convert customers in 2026.
5 Marketing & Digital Trends Shaping the Week of March 2, 2026
The biggest marketing, digital, and social media trends shaping the week of March 2, 2026. See what’s changing in AI, search, video, and platform strategy and what it means for your growth.
Top 5 Trending Marketing, Digital & Social Topics — Week of February 23, 2026
This week's top marketing and digital trends cover Generative Engine Optimization, algorithm shifts, first-party data ROI, YouTube's rise in AI search, and what's changing in the creator economy.
The Ultimate Guide to Social Media Marketing for Businesses in 2026
Social media marketing for business looks different in 2026. Platforms now function as search engines, AI influences discovery, and social commerce drives real revenue. This guide breaks down what works, how to measure ROI, and how to build a strategy that produces actual business growth.
Top Marketing & Digital Trends: Week of February 16, 2026
Explore the biggest marketing and digital trends shaping the week of February 16, 2026. From AI-powered SEO and Generative Engine Optimization to social search behavior and short-form video dominance, this breakdown highlights what brands need to know to stay competitive and visible in 2026.
Trending Marketing, Digital and Social Topics for the Week of February 9
A breakdown of the most important marketing, digital, and social media trends for the week of February 9, including AI driven ads, retail media, TikTok discovery, and influencer marketing shifts.
Top Marketing, Digital & Social Media Trends for the Week of February 2, 2026
A breakdown of the most important marketing, digital, and social media trends for the week of February 2, 2026, with insights, takeaways, and FAQs for modern marketers.
Organic Social Isn't Working Like It Used To. Here's What's Actually Going On
Organic social reach is down, algorithms keep changing, and brands are feeling the pressure. Here’s what’s really happening and how to adapt.
Top Marketing, Digital and Social Media Trends for the Week of January 26, 2026
A breakdown of the biggest marketing, digital, and social media trends shaping 2026, from YouTube’s shift into TV ads to social commerce, TikTok storytelling, and AI advertising.
The Intersection of SEO and Social: Why Your Content Needs Both
Integrating SEO with social media isn't optional—it’s essential. Learn why brands must blend both strategies to build stronger, more effective content ecosystems.