10. WHAT IS A BUYER PERSONA?
• Based on target audience
• Consider these your customers
• Think of them when completing all marketing efforts
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11. 11
TARGET MARKET: BUYER PERSONAS
Mom Mary
• Stay at home mom
• Age: 38
• Looks for places to go with her
kids that they’ll all enjoy
• Lives in Elmhurst, Illinois
• Supports local businesses
• Liberal
• Income: Upper Middle Class
College Connie
• Goes to Elmhurst University
• Eats Breakfast/Lunch out a lot
because she needs to grab bites
between classes
• Always has a coffee before class
• Income: Minimum wage, part
time job on campus
• Chooses places based on
convenience
16. MISSION
STATEMENT
"Courageous Bakery aims to bring
both high quality treats as well as a
purpose to their business. With every
purchase a portion of proceeds are
donated to cancer awareness
and research. Courageous hopes that
together we can find strength in every
bite."
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18. CONSUMER
INSIGHTS
"Customer insights are interpretations of
quantitative and qualitative data gathered
from customer feedback and other
informational sources, which are then
compiled and analyzed to inform business
decisions. The goal is to identify behavioral
trends to improve the effectiveness of
marketing, sales, and service initiatives."
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19. RESEARCH
METHODS
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Qualitative: Conducted brief interviews
that guided us to insight statements
that we produced collaboratively as a
team
Quantitative: Conducted a survey to
identify which statements resonate
most with consumers. Based on
preferred statements matched to
brand equities we developed potential
slogans, and put those into research.
20. QUALITATIVE
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Question: Do you care if a
business has a background story,
does that matter to you?
Question: Describe memorable
packaging from a business you
recently visited.
26. EQUITIES PAIRED WITH LEADING
INSIGHTS
Charitable Quality Food Truck
Local
Engagement
Values
Employees
I appreciate when I feel
valued as a customer
I tend to visit places
multiple times
I appreciate detail in
delivery when ordering
I care about what a
brand stands for
I prefer supporting small
businesses over chains
I care about what a
brand stands for
I care about what a
brand stands for
I value businesses who
utilize eco-friendly
packaging
I prefer supporting small
businesses over chains
I support
businesses whose
values align with
mine
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27. MEDIA PREFERENCES
Individuals tend to spend more time on social platforms between the hours of 4pm and 10pm
Individuals tend to check their emails more often between the hours of 8am and 6pm
Individuals tend to not spend much time on social platforms or check emails between 12am and 8 am
Red areas indicate areas of the lowest engagement 27
34. SOCIAL
MEDIA
MARKETING
Is versatile, cost-effective, and powerful
Helps reach target market
Increases the brand recognition
Boosts traffic to your website
Improves search engine rankings
Budget: can range from $0 to $350
Focus: Instagram, and Facebook
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35. SOCIAL MEDIA INSIGHTS
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https://sproutsocial.com/insights/instagram-stats/
https://www.statista.com/statistics/248769/age-distribution-of-worldwide-instagram-users/
Reach
• Instagram: has more than 800
million active users
• Facebook: has 2.2 billion monthly
active users
Engagement
• Instagram: users share more than
95 million photos and videos
• Facebook: has the second highest
audience engagement rate among
all social media networks
Demographic
• Instagram: there are more female
users than male, most popular
among young adults ages 18-29
• Facebook: popular among adults
(72% use this platform), more
popular with women than men,
is effective for reaching internet
users across all age groups
36. SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS
• Show the post to get a certain percentage off
purchase
• Can be done during slow months to boost sales
• Customers can also take pictures, post them, and
tag courageous bakery for a certain percentage off
on their next visit
• Will generate traffic on social media, website, and
in-store
• Consumer generated content
• Help create and strengthen community
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37. INTEGRATION OF HASHTAGS
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Makes your social media posts more discoverable
Incorporating trending and relevant hashtags can expand your reach
A post with a hashtag averages 12.6% more engagement
Users ages 11 to 40 are the most likely to use hashtags
Ages 11 to 20 represent the highest density
38. HASHTAG IDEAS
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Have specific community
#ElmhurstStrong
#OakParkStrong
Will help strengthen each separately to make a
stronger whole
Have a personal hashtag
#StrengthInEveryBite
#CourageousBakery
Will help company posts be linked together and
be more discoverable
39. HOW TO GAIN MORE MEDIA FOLLOWERS
FOR EFFECTIVE SOCIAL MEDIA ADVERTISING
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Keep a
consistent
content
calendar
01
Schedule
posts in
advance
02
Showcase
profile
everywhere
03
Use
hashtags
04
Make the
most of
your bio
05
Be
interactive
06
Get
descriptive
with
captions
07
Get local
08
Use your
analytics
09
Cross post
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41. EVENT MARKETING
"A communication tool whose purpose is to
disseminate a company’s marketing
messages by involving the target groups in
experiential activity” (Drenger)
• Perceived as having a close affinity to
community services
• Creates rich consumer experience
• Message persists after the event is over
Tafesse, W. (2016) ‘Conceptualization of Brand Experience in an Event Marketing Context’, Journal
of Promotion Management, 22(1), pp. 34–48. doi: 10.1080/10496491.2015.1107007. 41
42. EVENT PROMOTION
• Pre-Event: Promote on Instagram and Facebook
• #strengthineverybite
• Use Consumer Generated Content After the Event
https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/best-experiential-marketing-campaigns
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"When you consider that 49% of folks
create mobile video at branded events it
makes sense to incorporate a digital
element. A branded hashtag, for example,
can get people talking about the
experience." (Hubspot)
43. THE EVENTS
• Kickoff event at Wilder Park in Elmhurst and Scoville Park in Oak Park(March)
• Another branded event in August targeted at Elmhurst University students
• Plinko game for discounts (using fake cookies or donuts as the plinko balls)
• Free t-shirts to the first 25 customers
• Encourage Social Media users to post with the hashtag #strengthineverybite
• If you post you get a free mini cupcake 43
44. EVENT AESTHETIC
• Event should be branded
• Branded t-shirts to give away – First 25
customers
• Branded packaging
• Free pins
• 5 most liked posts get a free mug and t-shirt
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47. QR CODE INTEGRATION
• Statistics show a projection that 11 million U.S. households will scan a
QR code in 2020
• According to the most recent data available, the 24-54 age group has
the most interaction with QR codes with the 34-44 bracket representing
the most users at 27%
• Product packaging to access more information (83% worldwide growth
since 2018 with 8% annual growth in smart packaging going forward)
• QR generators can be found online for FREE
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48. QR CODE: COURAGEOUS BAKERY
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Mobile
Ordering
Menu
Our Story
Our Contribution to
Cancer Research
• Continual updated
donated amounts
• Personal stories
50. WHY STORY TELLING IS IMPORTANT
• "Communicating your brands values in a meaningful way directly
impacts consumer behavior."
• "According to Headstream, 55% of people consider buying from a
brand if they love their brand story."
• "44% will share that particular story and 15% will buy the product
immediately."
https://marketing.sfgate.com/blog/why-is-brand-storytelling-
important#:~:text=Stories%20humanize%20your%20brand&text=Express%20your%20brand's%2
0journey%2C%20and,develop%20trust%20in%20your%20brand.
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51. BAGS WITH A STORY
https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/161424094.pdf 51
• Combination of written
stories and visuals
to catch the attention
of consumers
What is the story
• On packaging, ex. To
go boxes, bags,
and wrappers
Context
• Stand out from
the crowd
• Create a connection
with customers
Reason why storytelling
is the way to go
54. CUPCAKE FOR
COURAGE
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71% of Millennials said they would pay more for
a product if they know some of the proceeds go
to a charity
76% of young people said they have purchased
(53%) or would consider purchasing (23%) a
brand or product to show support for the issue
the brand supported
58. BUDGET
https://www.pdop.org/rentals-permits/special-events/ , https://www.epd.org/picnics-permits, https://www.4allpromos.com/product/5-x-10-white-prescription-
bag , https://www.customink.com/products/t-shirts/short-sleeve-t-shirts/hanes-authentic-t-shirt/116200?min_qty%5B%5D=1 https://www.stickermule.com/products/2-25-inch-
round-
buttons?stable=1&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=surfaces_across_google&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&src=GSHP&cid=1603135437&g
clid=Cj0KCQiA8dH-BRD_ARIsAC24umZ8DV7SU25TQ608GYuXKiKCA2xgraH90CArw6KiBrXF4DgnfejWMDUaAnowEALw_wcB https://www.discountmugs.com/product/7102-11-
oz.-traditional-personalized-ceramic-coffee-mugs/
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( ex. For bags with a story)
59. SUMMARY
• Strength in Every bite
• Strengthen our community
• Social media marketing
• Social media posts
• Hashtags
• Community Events
• Strengthen the fight against cancer
• QR Codes
• Bags with a story
• Cupcakes with a cause
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60. LIMITATIONS
• Budget
• Remained budget friendly
• Social media marketing entirely free
• COVID-19
• Hold events via social media platforms
• Connect with audience online
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With two target markets being identified though our discussion at the beginning of the semester we decided to curate buyer personas to allow you to envision our proposed campaign though their eyes. The two personas include Mom Mary and College Connie... READ THE SLIDE. By keeping these two quote on quote consumers in mind while making business decisions it can guide you to see if the decision is truly what is best for the business
As mentioned in our meeting at the beginning of the semester Fair Grounds Coffee and Tea is the main competitor in the Oak Park area. When looking as them for competition they do have a mobile app as well as more complex drink options for consumers such as different grades of matcha, flights of coffee tea and kombutcha, and a variety of food from tradtitional breakfast to shawarma. This location seems to be targeting the younger demographic a little more cosidering the trends they are following wihtin their offerings.
Other compeitiors we have identified are those in the Elmhurst area, while they include Stray Hen, Kilwins, Brewpoint, and on campus options such as the starbucks on campus as well as the caferteria and the roost we have identified the Stray Hena and Brewpoint your main competition. Not only are these locations geographically close to your store front they provide similar offerings to consumers. ADD
Reword Quantitative: Conducted a survey to identify which statements resonate most with consumers. Based on preferred statements matched to brand equities we developed potential slogans, and put those into research.
Research 1
Research 2... follow along
After conducting our first qualitative survey to reach top insight statements we had ended up with the following survey reach. There were 181 total participants, 34% were over the age of 50, coming in at a close second with an age range of 21-23 at 31%, 81% were female, 51% lived in a household of 3-4 people, and 15% had an income under $10,000
As you can see from our results the majority of the 181 respondents reported an income of under $10,000. This is important to note since this is not a reported disposable income but rather the income that they use to cover all of their annual expenses. These individuals are those that would be purchasing items such as those that Courageous Bakery offers while keeping in mind things like budgets. Budget friendly options and advertising is extremely helpful for business when being located in college areas. It is reported that 34% of college students find it hard to afford food, this makes decisions on how to spend money when eating out that much more important.
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This was an idea that our group came up with that could help your business in both sales and customer relations. For the to go bags it would be a combination of a written story and maybe some visuals. So why should you do storytelling on the packaging, 1 is that you will stand out from the crowd, and that you are not just any ordinary bakery showing how you are different from the competitors. This will also help create a connection with customers and get people talking about your business.
Cap cupcakes at 50/month
A Gantt chart is meant to visualize your campaign in order to keep you aware of what is happening when and allows you to best prepare for what you need to do and know. Branded hashtags should not be used until after the community event, which would be the kickoff even. Since this is the place you will start using the hashtags it should not be used or advertised until after this has happened. As you can see there are gaps for cupcakes with a cause, these months do not have a specific cancer awareness associated with them. It would be an in house decision to have new causes these months
For the Budget we set it up for what you would spend for the month for the plinko board the permits for when you host events at a park in Elmhurst and Oak Park and the cost for the bags with a story. For the plinko board this was the prices I found for the average board the higher quality ones were around $100. Next is the permits for parks, the $72 is the price if you are a resident and the $94 is if you are a non resident. Theses prices are based on if you host the event on a saturday or sunday. For Oak Park $25 is for resident and $50 is for non resident and this would be the price for the application fee. The permit fee is up to "$150/ day based on attendance & event activities; additional costs may be incurred for services such as garbage pick-up, electricity or water usage, stage or equipment usage, requests for services beyond normal operating schedule, or for events that are commercial in nature." The bags with a story price is based on 3000 bags for .24 cents plus the setup fee which is $60 would total to $780, and similar to if you get 1000 or 5000 bags it just depends on how many you would need per month. For the T- Shirts its $10.40 each for 55 t-shirts which totals to $572 and if you order more or a higher quantity the price of each shirt would be lower. For the pins it would be 100 pins for $56. For the mugs it this would be 20 mugs for $2.05 each plus a $25 set up fee, plus $30 for shipping/ delivery which would total to $96. Adding the highest numbers together the totla would be just under $2000. If you ordered a higher quatity than the price per each item would be lower for most of the products like the bags, t-shirts, pins and mugs. Also Jenna mentioned to me that there is a button maker at the Elmhurst public library and makes simple buttons for .25 cents each just to keep in mind.