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So, I've set myself a little A-Z challenge where every day I'm going to attempt to talk about a specific business topic relating to the sports industry. Some letters are likely to be fine, but others might be a little...challenging! Let's kick off with 'A', which today stands for 'Activation'. Activation in the sports industry refers to the process of turning sponsorships and partnerships into meaningful engagement and interactions with fans, customers, and the community. It's about bringing these partnerships to life through various marketing strategies to create memorable experiences and drive value for all involved parties. 🌟 Here are some tips for Grassroots Clubs on Activation 🌟 1️⃣ Know Your Audience: Understanding your target audience is key to successful activation. Tailor your initiatives to resonate with your fans and community, creating authentic connections that drive engagement. 2️⃣ Create Compelling Experiences: Focus on creating unique and memorable experiences that set your club apart. Whether it's fan events, community outreach programs, or exclusive content, aim to delight and engage your audience. 3️⃣ Leverage Digital Platforms: Embrace digital marketing tools and social media platforms to amplify your activation efforts. Utilize these channels to reach a wider audience, promote your club's initiatives, and foster a sense of community online. Activation is all about bringing your partnerships to life in a way that resonates with your audience and creates lasting connections. By following these pointers, grassroots clubs can elevate their activation strategies and boost their commercial strategy. #SportsMarketing #GrassrootsActivation #FanEngagement

🌟 Unlock the Power of Collaboration! 🌟 Did you know that partnering with local events and initiatives can boost your brand's visibility and engagement? Whether it's a community festival or a cultural event, collaborations bring authentic list building opportunities and allow you to create unique experiences that resonate with your audience. Pro Tip: Leverage paid ad strategies to amplify your brand's strategic placement! 🚀

By aligning with compatible sponsors, companies can broaden their reach, tap into new audiences, and amplify their message. It's about more than just exposure; it's about forging meaningful connections that resonate with consumers. Collaborations inject fresh energy into campaigns, fostering authenticity and trust. From entitlements at venues to co-branded events and activations, sponsorships provide a platform for innovation and creativity. By joining forces, brands can extend their impact, spark engagement, and leave a lasting impression. It's not just about standing out; it's about standing together and enhancing the guest experience during memorable moments.  #SponsorshipInnovation #SponsorshipMarketing #BrandPartnerships

15 Ways To Use Event Technology To Create Killer Sponsorship Packages - Trends for 2018 show increased investment in event sponsorship by brands. If event organizers want to take advantage of this growing interest, offering competitive sponsorship packages is key.In this eBook you’ll learn:What brands are looking to achieve through event sponsorshipHow to use event tech to craft sponsorship packages that attract new sponsorsHow to design sponsorship […]

🎉 Keep the Momentum Going! 🎉 Share highlights and behind-the-scenes moments from your events to keep attendees engaged even after it's over. 🌟 Don't let the excitement fade away! Keep your audience involved by sharing memorable moments and exclusive glimpses behind the scenes. It's a great way to extend the impact of your events! #EventMarketing #Engagement #PostEventStrategy

Brands trust AKA to forge genuine connections with their audiences – and to create video content that highlights the results. We activate strategic sponsorships, mobile tours, pop-up events, trade shows and more to deliver memorable brand moments to key target audiences. Ready to elevate your brand experience? Let's connect and explore how AKA can bring your partnerships to life. #publicrelations #corporatecommunications #experientialmarketing

🎉 Event Marketing on a Budget: Building Connections Without Breaking the Bank! 🎉 In today’s landscape, it’s not about how much you spend—it’s about community and consistency. If you’re looking to make an impact without overspending, here are some key takeaways from my video: 🌍 Focus on Hyper-Local Events Connect with your audience right where they are. Small, local events can create high impact through personal engagement. 🤝 Authentic Engagement One-on-one interactions at grassroots events help build meaningful connections with your audience. 💡 Cost-Effective Creativity Simple, creative ideas can deliver big results. The key is maximizing ROI without overspending. Ready to learn more? Check out the video! 🎥 #EventMarketing #ExperientialMarketing #BudgetMarketing #GrassrootsEvents #MarketingTips #ROI #CommunityEngagement

Boost your brand with strategic sponsorships! In our latest blog, we’ve broken down the key strategies to enhance visibility 👀, connect deeply with your audience 🤝, and make every sponsorship count. 📈 Learn how you can elevate your brand and maximize your impact today. https://hubs.ly/Q02FdtXs0 #StrategicSponsorships #BrandImpact

Is Engagement Actually Costing Us Money? According to our Sports Leadership Benchmark Report, 69% of sports organisations are not measuring the cost-per-acquisition of each new data record and 81% have no way of knowing what the lifetime value is of each customer. In summary, this means that the vast majority of sports organisations have no idea whether it is costing more to acquire customers than those customers are actually spending with them. This is according to the recent PTI Sports Leadership Benchmark report which you can download from www.ptidigitalgroup.com In recent years it has become a mantra that we all need to be “engaging” fans more but it appears to be unclear for many as to what end. In our view “engagement” should always have the acquisition of data (whether new customer data or learning more about existing customers) at its core. However the data from our report suggests that sports organisations are not measuring key metrics that would determine whether or not all that “engaging” is driving value or even perhaps costing organisations money. There is a general lack of control over both marketing spend and revenue generation. We often see organisations measuring the wrong things – very often social media metrics – that are interesting anecdotally and are easy to measure but which don’t genuinely move the dial as regards key business drivers. These metrics can often give a sense of comfort and create the illusion that everything is improving but at a time when the industry is awash with talk of D2C revenues, we tend to find there is a disconnect between these metrics and those that actually make a difference. In keeping with our previous posts around technology driving operational efficiencies, so too should data be used to measure marketing efficiencies. Having clarity over who your customers are and what their propensity is to spend is critical. Our experience – as outlined in the report – is that there are very few sports organisations focussed on – and with the freedom to deliver – capital growth i.e. investing in developing brand equity and customer relationships. For the vast majority “marketing” is just a proxy for helping to sell: short-term actions for short-term objectives. There so much potential to improve both metrics, but not without proper measurement.