
CaMpfire Journal
Our journal is where media, values, and fresh perspectives collide. From industry insights to stories that move us, this is where we spark conversation and share what shapes our work, and the world around us.
Campfire’s Benn Marine Receives Inaugural Kevin Fahrman Award for Community Impact
At the 2025 Broderson Awards, Campfire’s Director of Impact, Benn Marine, was honored with the inaugural Kevin Fahrman Award for Volunteerism and Community Impact. This powerful moment celebrated the legacy of Portland’s “Valentine’s Day Bandit” and the ripple effect of creative work rooted in care, community, and purpose.
Our 2024 Impact Report, a Year of Going Deeper
Campfire’s 2024 Impact Report is here. See how we’re aligning media strategy with measurable climate and social outcomes—while evolving our business to meet the moment.
Why Time Is the Most Overlooked Variable in Media Performance
You can outspend your competition—but you can’t outpace trust. Here's why time matters.
Programmatic I/O Day 2 Recap: Signal Loss, Glass Boxes, and the Challenger Class of Social
Day 2 at Programmatic I/O revealed a future shaped by AI, not automation for automation’s sake — but as a chance to rebuild smarter, more human media strategies.
Programmatic I/O 2025 Day 1 Recap: Why Media Strategy Matters More Than Ever
From AI hype to attribution reality, we joined the Innovator’s Lab to unpack what’s working—and what still isn’t—in today’s media landscape.
What the 2025 Upfronts Revealed and What They Didn’t
Streaming took center stage. Sports betting is the next frontier. And the old-school, transactional model? Still hanging on. Our latest recap breaks down what the Upfronts really revealed—and why a boutique approach like ours might be exactly what this industry needs next.
Why trans rights Matter for business: Reflections from the Maine state house
Our Director of Impact reflects on testifying against anti-trans legislation, making the case that protecting trans rights is essential for economic growth, talent attraction, and a thriving business climate.
Scaling QSRs: Why B2B and B2C Media Must Work Together
Scaling a QSR brand isn’t just about reaching more customers—it’s about attracting the right investors too. Today, we explore why treating B2B and B2C media as separate efforts limits growth, and how an integrated strategy builds both brand love and franchise momentum. If you're ready to scale smart, this one's for you.
Media’s Carbon Shadow: Confronting the Hidden Climate Cost of Advertising
Media isn’t just telling the story of the climate crisis—it’s shaping it. At Campfire, we’re rethinking how media can reduce harm, amplify truth, and drive real change.
Media at a Crossroads: How Policy Shifts and Political Power Are Reshaping the Media Landscape—and Why Brands Should Pay Attention
Who controls the narrative—and at what cost? Brands can no longer afford to ignore the impact of where their media dollars go.