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Social Media Marketing for Retail Brands: 5 Essential Tips

Hootsuite

Let’s talk about why it’s important to understand social media marketing for retail brands. Those people are engaging with retail brands on social. Nearly a quarter ( 23% ) of social media users follow a brand or company they already purchase from. follow companies and brands they’re thinking of purchasing from.

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3 Pride Events to Take Note of This Year on Social Media

Later

And while many festivities won’t be in-person this year, brands are still hosting virtual Pride events to show support. From online voguing lessons to inspiring guest interviews, we’re showcasing three companies using the power of social media to elevate LGBTQIA+ voices. . 3 Brands Hosting Virtual Pride Events.

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Stats to Know About Ecommerce & Retail Trends In 2021

Pixlee

Retail and ecommerce faced significant shifts in the past year, driven by store closures, no-contact shopping and myriad other challenges. As we move through 2021, the consumer landscape will continue to change as in-person events return. Plus, it can be beneficial for the long-term growth of your company.

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5 Ways Retail Brands Can Win on Social in 2019

Likeable

Last month, Likeable held a one-day client summit focused on digital innovation to share best practices and insights around how retail brands should be preparing for the future of social media. Step out of your own perspective, and pop your bubble by seeking out insights from people outside of your team, company, or industry.

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Has COVID-19 Killed Black Friday?

Ignite Social Media

The 2019 holiday shopping season became the first-ever trillion-dollar retail season in US history. What was introduced in 2015 to mark Amazon’s 20th anniversary has now become one of the key shopping events of the year. The 48-hour experience continues to push large sales for the retail giant year over year.

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Amazon Is Eating Retail, Uber Is In Hot Water (Again) And More On This Week's CTRL ALT Delete Segment On CHOM 97.7 FM

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Hudson's Bay Company didn't mince words about their retail challenges last week, and Bloomberg is reporting that we could see over 50 retailers file for bankruptcy this year alone. . I rarely do events that are open to the public. It's part of a Canadian Marketing Association event in partnership with KPI Digital.

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9 Genius Ideas to Steal for Your Black Friday + Cyber Monday Marketing Campaigns (with Real-life Examples)

Buffer Social

According to the National Retail Federation, we’re looking at a record-breaking November and December this year, with total sales reaching a staggering $966.6 Outdoor apparel retailer REI has led the charge here, opting out of Black Friday for years on the trot. The company reportedly made over $70,000.