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Browse the selection of men's clothing and accessories from brands like Drake's and Kapital, up to 50% off in the Mr. Porter spring sale. via Die, Workwear!

Marketers from Molson Coors and The North Face talk brand purpose and connecting with consumers at C2 Montreal. via The Drum

Gartner analysts say focusing on customers and design leads to better outcomes than focusing on innovation alone, even though innovation is still important. via The Drum

Brands are cutting out agencies and going directly to influencers for creative work, according to top stories from Digiday.

Bitcoin is nearing record highs in 2017, but its volatility is causing many to wonder if it will crash again. via WIRED

Drinkhacker.com reviews The Spice Lab Special Touch Premium Mixology Case, a $200 kit of garnishes and tools designed to elevate cocktails.

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Google's John McAteer discusses how retailers can adapt to integrated experiences in a world where consumers shop seamlessly across online and offline channels. via Think with Google

Brands are partnering directly with influencers for creative campaign development and execution, similar to how they work with ad agencies. via Digiday

TechCrunch reports on the beta launch of Google Attribution, a free tool designed to help marketers evaluate the effectiveness of their campaigns across various channels. via TechCrunch

Droga5's new campaign for MailChimp uses surreal imagery to highlight the email marketing platform's tools for small businesses. via The Drum.

The Verge profiles Anker, examining how the company found success selling reliable phone accessories at affordable prices. via The Verge.

Marketers are exploring alternatives like commissions and value-based compensation for agencies, moving away from billable hours and incentives. via Campaign US