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Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries at lightning speed, and life sciences marketing is no exception. In a recent webinar hosted by SAMPS (Sales and Marketing Professionals in Science), our very own Managing Director, Annabel Sedgwick, moderated an insightful presentation on how AI can enhance marketing strategies in the life sciences sector. The session, led by

Here at kdm communications, we like to ensure we’re privy to what’s happening in the sectors our clients reside in, with our finger on the button and ready to launch into whatever project comes our way. In 2024, our knowledge of the nutraceuticals market has taken a huge leap forward, owing to the number of new

I recently had the privilege of attending two significant industry events: European Laboratory Research and Innovation Group (ELRIG) at ExCeL London, and Convention of Pharmaceutical Ingredients (CPHI) 2024 in Fiera, Milan. Both exhibitions provided valuable insights and opportunities to connect with key players in the life sciences and pharmaceutical sectors. While each had its own character,

The life sciences industry is constantly evolving, driven by ongoing research and technological advances, and the same is true of scientific marketing – a sector that’s always pushing the envelope to find new and exciting ways to effectively identify, engage with and nurture leads. Of course, there are a multitude of lead generation tactics available to

 As a media executive managing paid media campaigns in the life sciences sectors, I’ve learned how crucial it is to target the right audiences, increase brand visibility and drive valuable traffic. Third party trade media gives you control and accountability over the performance of your campaigns, making it essential for businesses of all sizes. Through experience,

The life sciences industry is constantly churning out content in bucketloads, making it harder for companies to stand out from the crowd. And this is why it’s important to opt for quality over quantity and adopt a customer-centric approach to effectively communicate and connect within this landscape, especially when making the most of limited marketing budgets.

Our MD, Annabel, has been at the helm of kdm communications for over 20 years, during which time she has seen a lot of changes. Grab a coffee and tune in as she sits down with John from ActionCOACH for an interview about the ups and downs of running a business, how she keeps a healthy

ARABLAB LIVE is an annual tradeshow that draws major international manufacturers – such as Thermo Fisher Scientific, Emphor, METTLER TOLEDO and PerkinElmer – distributors, investors and laboratory professionals from diverse industries, including agriculture, robotics, biotechnology and food testing. kdm’s very own digital marketing manager, Audrey Jestin, took a day out of her busy schedule to discover

In a world dominated by digital communications – from email and instant messaging to video calls and webinars – it’s easy to overlook the power of in-person interactions. However, in the field of life sciences marketing, face-to-face meetings and conversations are not-so-secret weapons for securing valuable press opportunities and building strong relationships with editors. kdm communications

Generating traffic and building loyal audiences in today’s competitive digital landscape requires a nuanced approach for life sciences businesses. The oversaturation of content and websites has made it challenging to stand out and achieve top search engine rankings. To maximise website traffic, consider factors like SEO, content optimisation, paid campaigns and a strategic approach.   Create

One of our top priorities at kdm is to forge strong relationships with every one of our amazing clients and, of course, we’re always excited to meet prospective customers too and establish fruitful new business partnerships. Industry exhibitions give us perfect opportunities to do both, while simultaneously broadening our knowledge of the latest developments in the

Like many, I am prone to a new year’s resolution or two to kick start the year, and they generally tend to revolve around being a fitter, leaner me! We’re now hitting Q2 and marketing budgets are no different.   Whatever our life sciences and healthcare client budgets amount to, they all, without exception, are looking

Putting on the account management shoes   The account management team is a vital part of any marketing agency, but what do team members actually do on a day-to-day basis? This blog will take you through a day in the life of a marketing account manager at kdm communications, so you can put on their fabulous

  Inspired by some commonly-asked questions by our clients in the life sciences and healthcare industries, we’ve identified three key trends for 2024 in scientific marketing.   Video marketing dominance Our clients are investing in video assets. And kdm Whether it’s a video customer testimonial, a quirky or straight-up corporate, a how-to, talking heads or animation,

There’s a short answer and a long answer to this one. Let’s start with the quick one: Can they do the job? Will they do the job? Will they fit in?   And now for the longer one… I have recently enrolled on the government backed ‘Help to Grow’ management training course run by Leicester University

  Content strategies for complex science   Developing your content strategy for complex science Many of our clients face the challenge of communicating highly complex scientific content in an easily accessible format, and this can be for a number of different reasons: the individuals in marketing teams are often not scientists themselves, so they may struggle

The evolution of scientific marketing: A 25-year reflection So, I recently hit the milestone of 50 (at which point lots of lovely people reassured me that I don’t look a day over 49!), and it felt like the perfect time to reflect on my 25-year journey in scientific marketing. When I started out, marketing exuded glamour

The role of B2B video marketing in the life sciences   If you’ve read our previous blogs, you’ll already be convinced that a strong and comprehensive digital marketing strategy is crucial to growing your life sciences business. In this blog, we’ll focus specifically on B2B video production and its integral role in a successful marketing plan.

kdm communications is  proud to be named the Marketing Agency of the Year 2023 by the Business Intelligence Group, as part of the 2023 Public Relations and Marketing Excellence Awards. This accolade recognises the organisation’s outstanding reputation as a leading life sciences marketing agency, delivering quantifiable business results for its clients across the world.   Established

  The world is currently striving to achieve net zero emissions, with nations and industries committing to reducing their carbon footprints in order to combat climate change. This global effort involves transitioning to cleaner energy sources – such as solar, wind and hydro power – and adopting sustainable practices. However, one source of clean energy is