Retail Marketing Activations
Turning casual browsers to valued customers with impactful activations.
When awareness is not enough,
you need to activate your brand.
Retail Marketing Activations are an awesome way for brands to boost traffic or engagement and get you noticed in cluttered and competitive environments like retail. Sometimes, it's not enough to be known, you need to activate your audience to drive engagement, action and sales.
Help your brand
stand out in a crowd.
Retail Marketing Activations are a great way to alleviate and combat the issue of generic customer retail experiences by adding a dash of excitement, imagination and interaction to the shopper experience.
The right promotional mechanic
We take the time to understand your customers drivers and motivations to develop the most appropriate promo strategy.
The perfect incentive
We leverage insights to create and develop the perfect incentive to drive sales in the final moments of truth.
Engage with and
activate shoppers.
Brands can be known, but until there is intent to purchase (or trail), shoppers are not activated. Retail Marketing Activations need to do one thing. And one thing well. Activate Shoppers. Think live demos, pop-up events, and in-store promotions etc. all of which are designed to capture attention and encourage shoppers to act in the moment.
Extend great experiences.
Retail Marketing Activations not only create a buzz and draw crowds, but they also leave a lasting impression, activating and turning casual browsers into actual customers. The goal is to create memorable experiences that keep customers coming back. If you would like to discover the potential of Retail Marketing Activations, let’s chat.
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We're trusted by the world’s biggest brands
FAQ
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Retail Marketing Activations are in-store promotions designed to engage customers and make shopping more interactive and memorable. When done right, they add a bit of excitement to the experience. Imagine live demos, pop-up events, or special in-store promotions that catch shoppers' eyes and encourage them to try or buy your products.
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Retail Marketing Activations can boost foot traffic, create buzz around your brand, and elevate the overall shopping experience. When you offer something unique that speaks to your audience, you’re not just drawing more people into the store—you’re also increasing your chances of turning casual browsers into loyal customers.
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The best activations are the ones that align with your brand and resonate with your target audience. It’s about striking the right balance between price and value. Popular options include live product demos, interactive displays, pop-up events, and in-store competitions, sampling, or giveaways. The key is to create an experience that stands out and invites customers to engage with your brand.
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Start by being clear on your goals—whether it’s driving sales, launching a new product, or encouraging trial. From there, we can work with you to design an activation that fits your objectives. And don’t worry, we’re here to help with everything from the initial concept to the logistics and execution—that’s our specialty.
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It's possible to measure your progress in different way. We usually look at metrics like sales during the event, and the buzz generated on social media, but can be flexible to suit your needs. These insights help us understand the impact of the activation and how well it resonated with your audience as well as give us the ability to make specific improvements to future campaigns.
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