Measuring Success at Internal Events
Some events like sales-based programs or sampling-focused initiatives are easier to measure than others. But it can be particularly difficult to determine the ROI of an internal event or initiative where the objective is often delivering a message or product knowledge. But just because it’s tricky doesn’t mean it’s impossible. In fact some of the...
Getting Internal Signoff for Your Event Programs
Getting customers excited about your brand can be tricky. But getting approval for an event marketing program from corporate decision makers and budget gatekeepers can be even harder.
Five Must-Have Merger-Proof Contract Clauses
XM merged with Sirius in February. Enterprise Rent-A-Car bought Alamo and National in April. AT&T Bell South and Cingular Wireless finally made the marriage official in December. (For the moment anyway.)
Immersive Contests: Finding the Balance Between Brand Engagement and Overload
Perhaps it’s the success of American Idol and Dancing with the Stars those months-long contests that demand participants give it their hearts and souls. Those shows’ stellar ratings just might be the reason more brands are engineering long-term live events that ask consumers to devote their time energy and creativity sometimes for weeks or even...