This is a modified version of a presentation I gave on October 29, 2008 to Refresh Miami. It incorporates 2 social media marketing campaigns I implemented for Joffrey's Coffee & Tea Company based in Tampa, Florida. See the final slide of the presentation for written case studies and links to blog entries.
47. I simply sent out some quick emails and Tweets to a few friends, posted a press release to the wires, drafted a blog post and it spread from there
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59. It resonated because: We offered a tangible freebie (coffee) We gave bloggers linkage We wrapped the promotion with messaging that was “sticky” It was never a requirement you had to link to Joffrey’s or write about the test to participate It targeted the right people with the right idea
60. Once the testers started sampling, the real magic began… Here are just a few reviews
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72. Comments such as the following were common in both public blog posts and private emails sent to our team: “ Joffrey’s is now my new official coffee” “ This is so much better than my usual blend” “ Send more please!”
77. Editorial coverage on sites like: Mashable, CNET, KillerStartups, MarketingFM, MattsCuppa, MoBuzz TV and over 300 more high quality digital and traditional publications
79. Strong referral traffic to Joffreys.com in 5 months surrounding test, trend up in sales from social destinations.
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81. The test also received coverage in traditional media
82. “ The buzz wasn’t just about the coffee: Bloggers applauded Joffrey’s marketing savvy as well. The Java Beta Test is a great idea. – Chris Alden, CEO of Six Apart ( article link )
85. The Association of Women In Communication 2009 National Clarion Award Best Online Marketing Campaign Joffrey’s Java Beta Test http://www.womcom.org/awards/Clarion2009.asp Gold Coast PR Council 2009 South Florida Bernays Awards Best Branding Campaign Joffrey’s Java Beta Test http://www.goldcoastprcouncil.com/bernaysaward.html
116. Links with detailed case study info: Java Beta Test Case Study Coffee 2.0 Case Study
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