Use community events to build relationships and trust

Events

Building relationships and trust through community events involves engaging directly with your audience in a friendly setting. While it requires significant planning and investment, the resulting personal connections and community goodwill can greatly enhance brand loyalty and reputation.

Tools

Name Description Pricing Ease of Use
Airmeet Airmeet is a versatile platform designed to host immersive virtual ev…
Paid Only
Moderate
Bizzabo Bizzabo is a leading event management platform designed to enhance br…
Paid Only
Moderate
Cvent Cvent is a comprehensive event management platform designed to optimi…
Paid Only
Moderate
EventMobi EventMobi is a comprehensive event management platform designed for m…
Paid Only
Moderate
Eventbrite Eventbrite is a leading event management and ticketing platform that …
Paid Only
Moderate
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Objectives

Name Description
Brand Awareness Brand awareness is the marketing objective of increasing a brand's vi…
Engagement Engagement in marketing refers to the interactions between a brand an…
Enhance Brand Reputation Enhancing brand reputation involves cultivating a favorable perceptio…
Trust and Loyalty Trust and loyalty are crucial marketing objectives that underpin long…

Demographics

Name Description
Parents Parents are a diverse demographic group, defined by their role in rai…
Rural Residents Rural residents are characterized by a deep connection to their local…
Seniors Seniors, defined as individuals aged 65 and older, are a dynamic and …
Small Business Owners Small Business Owners are a vital demographic characterized by their …
Suburban Residents Suburban residents are a vital demographic characterized by their fam…
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Promotes

Name Description
Brand Brand represents the unique identity of a business, encompassing its …
Cause Cause is an initiative that addresses social, environmental, or econo…
Event The 'Event' is a strategic platform that enables marketers to connect…
Service The 'Service' is an innovative solution tailored to address current c…

Sectors

Name Description
Arts and Entertainment The Arts and Entertainment sector is a dynamic industry encompassing …
Education The Education sector encompasses institutions such as schools, colleg…
Food and Beverage The Food and Beverage sector is a vital part of the global economy, e…
Healthcare The Healthcare sector is a critical pillar of the global economy, enc…
Hospitality and Leisure The Hospitality and Leisure sector encompasses hotels, restaurants, t…
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Strategy

Name Description
Brand Marketing Strategies Building a brand's identity involves creating a unique image that con…
Customer Retention Strategies Keeping customers loyal involves personalized communication, rewards,…
Experiential Marketing Strategies Creating immersive experiences helps connect customers with your bran…
Loyalty and Rewards Strategies Encouraging repeat business through loyalty programs and rewards can …
Partnership Marketing Strategies Collaborating with other businesses can boost your reach and credibil…

Sub-strategy

Name Description
Brand Loyalty Strategy Building a brand loyalty strategy focuses on keeping customers coming…
Customer Loyalty Strategy Encouraging repeat business through rewards, excellent service, and p…
Workshops and Seminars Strategy Hosting interactive workshops and seminars to educate and engage your…
Brand Activation Strategy Creating interactive experiences to engage customers and bring your b…
Event Marketing Strategy Hosting or participating in events to promote your brand and engage w…
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Technologies

Channel

Name Description
Events Events are powerful for connecting and engaging with audiences in rea…

Sub-channel

Name Description
Community Relations Community Relations is all about building strong relationships with t…
Conferences Conferences are a great way to network and learn industry trends in p…
Sponsorships Sponsorships allow brands to reach new audiences by associating with …
Trade Shows Trade shows are bustling events where companies showcase their produc…
Sampling Events Sampling events are all about giving people a chance to try your prod…

Quick Facts

Channel

Events

Advertising Type

OOH

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Estimated Cost

Medium

Time to Impact

Short (Weeks)

Tags

B2C
Free

Pros

  • Boosts trust and loyalty by allowing face-to-face interactions with your audience, which can create a more personal connection.
  • Enhances brand awareness as hosting or sponsoring events can attract media coverage and public attention.
  • Fosters community engagement by giving back to the community, which can generate goodwill and positive word-of-mouth.
  • Offers networking opportunities to connect with other businesses and potential partners in a non-sales environment.
  • Provides direct feedback from attendees about your products or services, which can be invaluable for improvement.
  • Creates memorable experiences that attendees associate with your brand, helping to differentiate you from competitors.
  • Supports local causes or initiatives, aligning your brand with community values and increasing your reputation.

Cons

  • Requires significant planning and logistics to organize, which can be time-consuming and complex.
  • Possibly high costs for venue, catering, equipment, and other event-related expenses.
  • Limited reach compared to digital campaigns, as community events are usually local and not global.
  • Uncertain ROI because measuring the financial return from community events can be challenging.
  • Weather-dependent if held outdoors, which can affect attendance and the overall success of the event.
  • Resource-intensive requiring staff, volunteers, and possibly third-party vendors to execute seamlessly.
  • Risk of low turnout which can result in wasted resources and missed opportunities for engagement.