Local Spaces, Public Health

Exploring how place-based out-of-home media can drive meaningful improvements in public health, education, and community well-being.

College Enrollment Marketing: How Universities Are Using High School OOH Displays to Drive Enrollment
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

College Enrollment Marketing: How Universities Are Using High School OOH Displays to Drive Enrollment

As the competition for college-bound students intensifies, universities are rethinking their outreach strategies. Traditional digital ads and mailers aren’t enough to cut through the noise—especially when targeting Gen Z. That’s why many forward-thinking institutions are turning to place-based out-of-home (OOH) advertising in high schools to connect with students where they are: in the halls, cafeterias, and common areas of their schools.

Read More
How to Reach Aging Populations with OOH at Senior Centers
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

How to Reach Aging Populations with OOH at Senior Centers

As the U.S. population ages, marketers, public health professionals, and community organizations are increasingly recognizing the importance of effectively engaging older adults. By 2030, 1 in every 5 Americans will be over the age of 65. This demographic shift presents both a challenge and an opportunity: how can we reach aging populations with information, products, and services that truly serve them?

Read More
Top 10 Tips for Marketing to Teens
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

Top 10 Tips for Marketing to Teens

The foundation of teen outreach is trust. Show up consistently—at schools, events, or anywhere teens gather—without an agenda. Just be present. On social platforms, engage the way real users do: share entertaining posts, comment genuinely, and collaborate with local youth-focused brands or groups.

Read More
Crafting Effective Public Health Policies: A Guide to Development and Implementation
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

Crafting Effective Public Health Policies: A Guide to Development and Implementation

Public health policies play a critical role in shaping the health outcomes of communities. Effective policies can lead to improved health, reduced disparities, and better overall community wellness. This comprehensive guide explores the fundamentals of creating and implementing impactful public health policies, emphasizing the role of strategic communication and outreach to enhance education and community engagement.

Read More
Turnkey Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) Advertising Solutions for Modern Campaigns
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

Turnkey Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) Advertising Solutions for Modern Campaigns

In the digital-out-of-home (DOOH) space, location isn’t just about where a screen is placed—it’s about how advertisers can use geography to connect with the right people at the right time. Location-based targeting for digital billboard networks allows brands, agencies, and public organizations to deliver messages that are more relevant, more engaging, and ultimately more effective.

Read More
Point-of-Care Solutions: The Impact on Patient Outcomes
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

Point-of-Care Solutions: The Impact on Patient Outcomes

Imagine a world where healthcare decisions happen in real time—right where the patient is. Point-of-care (POC) marketing is making this possible by delivering targeted health messages and solutions at the exact moment care is being considered or delivered. Whether it’s in a doctor’s office, pharmacy, clinic, or urgent care setting, POC strategies connect patients with relevant information, treatments, and support when they’re most engaged.

Read More
Creative Best Practices for DOOH Content (with Examples)
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

Creative Best Practices for DOOH Content (with Examples)

In this article, we delve into the realm of Creative DOOH Content, exploring the best practices and showcasing inspiring examples that will elevate your campaigns to new heights. From dynamic visuals to interactive experiences, mastering the art of DOOH content creation requires a perfect blend of creativity and strategy.

Read More
The Ultimate Guide to Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) Advertising
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

The Ultimate Guide to Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) Advertising

Digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising has revolutionized how brands connect with consumers in real-world settings. With 73% favorability ratings surpassing all other media formats and 96% of marketers planning to increase investment, DOOH combines the massive reach of traditional outdoor advertising with digital precision targeting and real-time optimization. This comprehensive guide explores DOOH formats from programmatic billboards to place-based screens, proven strategies for campaign planning and execution, advanced measurement and attribution capabilities, and innovative approaches including interactive displays and dynamic creative optimization. Learn how leading brands leverage DOOH's unique advantages—contextual relevance, verified impressions, and seamless mobile integration—to drive measurable business outcomes and achieve superior ROI in today's omnichannel marketing landscape.

Read More
Fentanyl Awareness Campaigns:  Local Advertising Strategies that Save Lives
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

Fentanyl Awareness Campaigns: Local Advertising Strategies that Save Lives

With the rise in fentanyl-related deaths, it has become imperative to educate the public about the risks associated with this synthetic drug. Out-of-home advertising, which includes poster displays, billboards, bus shelters, and public transit advertising, offers an effective medium to reach a large and diverse audience and deliver crucial messages about fentanyl prevention and awareness.

Read More
Top Place-Based OOH Companies in the U.S. – 2025 Edition
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

Top Place-Based OOH Companies in the U.S. – 2025 Edition

Place-based Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising is the fastest-growing segment in the industry, reaching audiences in high-engagement environments like salons, clinics, gas stations, and community centers. In this 2025 report, we highlight the top place-based OOH companies in the U.S.—including PlaceBased, the nation’s largest alternative and place-based OOH network—along with market growth data, key players, and why this format is redefining how brands and campaigns connect with communities.

Read More
Place-Based Advertising for American Indian Communities
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

Place-Based Advertising for American Indian Communities

In a world where traditional health campaigns often fall short, innovative approaches are needed to engage communities and drive behavioral change. That's why we're looking at the power of place-based advertising and its potential to transform the health outcomes of American Indian communities.

Read More
NAMI Marketing Ideas: How NAMI Uses Place-Based OOH Media to Support Mental Health
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

NAMI Marketing Ideas: How NAMI Uses Place-Based OOH Media to Support Mental Health

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) plays a crucial role in advocating for mental health awareness, education, and support across the country. As mental health challenges continue to affect individuals of all ages, NAMI’s efforts to meet people where they are—physically and emotionally—has never been more important. That’s why more NAMI affiliates are turning to place-based out-of-home (OOH) media to increase their visibility and connect with communities in meaningful ways.

Read More
Engaging At-Risk Populations with Culturally Relevant Health Campaigns
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

Engaging At-Risk Populations with Culturally Relevant Health Campaigns

Why do some health campaigns resonate deeply within communities while others falter? The answer often lies in how well these initiatives align with the cultural fabric of their audiences. Culturally relevant health campaigns integrate the unique beliefs, practices, and languages that define each community’s approach to health and wellness.

Read More