PYMNTS

DECEMBER 10, 2020

“So it’s no surprise that Instagram is making moves to replicate TikTok’s most popular features — especially in areas where TikTok hasn’t already amassed a strong foothold, like Brazil,” says social media fan site Later. “In In practice, that means turning customers into influencers via a social selling technology platform.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 16, 2019

Brick-and-mortar retailers are teaming up with social media platforms to curate labels for their stores and their websites. Kohl’s , for instance, will bring emerging brands to over 50 physical retail locations and online starting in the fall through Curated By Kohl’s. In Other Brick-and-Mortar News.

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Independent Banker

OCTOBER 14, 2014

However, now more than ever, one may find more community bankers reaching out in this widely accessible medium as well. is one community banker who’s doing it right. This year she was named to ICBA’s Top 25 Community Bank Influencers to Follow. What advice do you have for other community bankers about joining Twitter?

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William Mills

MARCH 23, 2017

Social media has become an extension of an organization’s brand, and there are many aspects fintech organizations should consider as they build their online presence and brand identity. In our article, Social Media: The Basics , we offer best practices for addressing negative comments and increasing engagement.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 10, 2020

Those funds are being repurposed toward building community, toward crisis mitigation and, on the whole, toward keeping the consumer relationship alive and vital — even when consumers aren’t going to the stores. But, at least early anecdotal evidence from social media says otherwise. “A Instead, it is about establishing presence.

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Long Lasting Ideas

MARCH 9, 2016

Writing online on the American Bankers Association Bank Marketing page on LinkedIn, Kailyn Gallagher makes some critical points to ponder for community banks. Sometimes, businesses make a critical mistake when it comes to their entity’s social media presence, treating it as they would their personal Facebook or Twitter page.

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Perficient

JULY 30, 2020

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 16, 2019

The social media site faced accusations that its ad-targeting platform — which allows ad buyers to select what demographic groups they want to target with their advertisements — was allowing and encouraging financial institutions (FIs) to violate non-discrimination provisions of the Fair Housing and Truth in Lending Acts.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 8, 2018

There are brands that claim to take the customer experience to the max — and then there are brands that redefine what exactly the max means. Chubbies takes its customer community seriously, and it makes it very clear that this is well beyond a marketing ploy. Chubbies is among the latter. Today, Chubbies — still full of the 5.5

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PYMNTS

JUNE 14, 2019

In a new PYMNTS interview, Chavez talked about bringing more online efficiencies to pet ownership. The retail chain is rolling out an online pet pharmacy and opening additional veterinary clinics. Meanwhile, Amazon also has its Wag pet food brand, and Target has teamed with BarkBox to offer chew toys and treats online and in-store.

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Social Assurance

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

The most professional social media site has evolved to meet its users’ needs and the difference could surprise you. It may be time to rethink what you know and learn how your financial brand can capitalize on these upcoming trends. Don’t forget to catch our webinar about the State of Social Media 2020.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 17, 2020

At a time when the coronavirus has sent record numbers of consumers online instead of to the mall, livestreaming is filling the social vacuum. Brands that will be featured include Champion, Jordache, Kendall + Kylie and Walmart private label brands, including Free Assembly, Scoop and Sofia Jeans. 18 at 8 p.m.

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2021

As social media platforms tinker with their algorithms, marketing experts say one trend is clear: Paid social campaigns are becoming increasingly necessary to cut through the noise and reach customers. They share tips for how community banks can get started. What is paid social? Artwork by Oatawa/Getty Images.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 7, 2017

They are a closely bonded community of cosmetics fanatics, and Ipsy isn’t just where they go to buy their makeup — it’s also where they go to learn how to use it. The rare social media sensation who managed to parlay those eyeballs into spend from her watchers, Pham has since moved on from the firm she co-founded — at least, sort of.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 24, 2020

On Tuesday (June 23) Instagram announced it was opening social shopping to more businesses including its own influencer community. Sephora says it has put 80 of its brands onto Instagram checkout. Instead, most plan to increase their investment in online channels like web, apps, social, and third-party marketplaces.

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Digital Growth Institute

APRIL 26, 2023

“Whether you’re a brand or entrepreneur, a community allows your members to get smarter faster and understand the world.” Gina Bianchini Have you ever noticed how people talk at each other online, rather than talking to each other? Social media discussions often feel more like arguments than conversations.

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Social Assurance

OCTOBER 23, 2020

As a financial marketer, you probably know how difficult it can be to grow engagement on social media. Plus, with the levels of compliance surrounding financial marketing, most institutions involve multiple team members, with various levels of experience, to executive social strategies. Share Social Media Policies.

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Social Assurance

JULY 27, 2021

Since Facebook, there have been only a few main players in the social media game. It’s rare to see a new social platform launch and be competitive with these main players in the social space. Enter: Clubhouse ; the exclusive, audio-based chatroom social app. Community events. Community Conversations.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 3, 2020

Pivoting business models have been the hallmark of some major changes, including the complete reconfiguring of companies such as Zara and Nike and luxury brands like Ferragamo and Moncler. On Friday (July 31), the company opened a new concept store in Shenzhen, China, which is an important market for the brand.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 28, 2020

Brands are finding new ways to get in front of their customers as standard outlets like news and social media are loaded with misinformation and just plain disturbing news. We have been one of the first brands to have gone into esports at a global level, and with League of Legends we have an exclusive partnership.”.

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Abrigo

MARCH 6, 2017

The ABA has a new report out on how banks are using social media, and much of the report focuses on using Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and the like to boost customer service, make connections in the community and recruit staff. 14) @News_CUInsight – CUInsight is an independent source of news on the credit union community.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

The intellectual property (IP) of Century 21 Department Stores is up for sale, including the company’s domain name, trademarks, social media assets, shopper data and more, according to an announcement from Hilco Streambank , which focuses on the sale of IP assets. Century 21 stores announced on Sept.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 18, 2020

In fact, a pre-crisis PwC report showed that 14 percent of respondents said trust in a brand is the number one reason (other than price) why they shop at a retailer. With stores closed (for the most part) retailers need to find reliable ways to communicate with their customers. Only 43 percent of Americans trust the media.

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Perficient

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

On the website, Gina finds a Health Bot that advises she try Urgent Care and shares the nearest location and online scheduling. She ignores the first one, but responds to later emails and schedules online. She books an appointment online. Or even Fitbit, which knows who you are and shares with your personally-built community.

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Social Assurance

MARCH 1, 2021

It takes less than 30 seconds to look up a financial brand, learn where they are located, and explore the services they provide. Creating a positive customer experience online, therefore, encompasses more factors than ever before. In order for your financial brand to stand out, you have to cover all your bases.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

“Today is a day for celebration, not only for our company but for our merchants, who now have a direct path to accessing a vibrant community of over one million savvy shoppers who know how to unlock the value of their purchasing power,” said Sezzle Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder Charlie Youakim.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 18, 2019

The new developments show, among other things, the importance of social media — and also prescriptions — when it comes to capturing the dollars of pet owners, who are always a steady source of both digital and physical commerce. Online pet pharmacies also are pulling greater weight in pet retail. Better Pet Tag. Pet Medicine.

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NCR

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

The impact of online reviews is growing, according to ReviewTrackers research. More than 1 in 3 people won’t eat at a restaurant with 3-stars on online review websites like Yelp, Facebook and Google. The online review space has entered the social media era, and banks are struggling to catch up. Tools that can help.

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Social Assurance

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Marketers and financial brands were challenged this past year. Some brands were able to easily glide into new trends that followed the pandemic, others were forced to hard pivot in order to survive. Or maybe this year was a good year to pause and re-strategize your brand messaging. New Social Platforms to Watch.

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Social Assurance

JULY 2, 2020

Communities will come together to celebrate and strengthen the bonds that hold them together (with social distance of course). Financial brands maintain and build upon this sense of unity throughout the year – providing the sparks that shine a light on their communities. Give Back at a Distance. Look Internally.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

The latest earnings reports from Big Tech giants and social media platforms show that advertising spend is through the roof at present, after basically falling off the roof earlier this year. Even Facebook, with its advertising boycott turning out a boost for other brands in the space, saw its ad revenues jump in the latest quarter.

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NCR

AUGUST 2, 2016

The impact of online reviews is growing, according to ReviewTrackers research. More than 1 in 3 people won’t eat at a restaurant with 3-stars on online review websites like Yelp, Facebook and Google. The online review space has entered the social media era, and banks are struggling to catch up. Tools That Can Help.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

A lifestyle brand for millennial buyers with an eye for design – but perhaps not the pocketbook for designer prices – the watch and accessories startup MVMT started on its path in 2013. After doing some research on suppliers, the duo found quite a staggering gap between wholesale and retail prices in watch brands.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 17, 2016

Pixlee , a San Francisco-based startup, allows retailers or brands to market directly to customers by using their own photos through curating them from social media or having the customer directly submit them for use, which the company says leads to a more authentic and engaging shopping experience for consumers.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

“Today is a day for celebration, not only for our company but for our merchants, who now have a direct path to accessing a vibrant community of over one million savvy shoppers who know how to unlock the value of their purchasing power,” said Sezzle Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder Charlie Youakim.

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Social Assurance

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

In the first segment of our Building a Brand series, we defined what a brand is and the importance of differentiating your brand message within the financial industry. Once you’ve established that brand message and clarified your brand direction, it’s time to begin rolling out your new and enhanced financial brand.

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Digital Growth Institute

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Yet many financial brands focus too much on finding the right tech solution while ignoring the human side of the digital world. Eric and his team are revolutionizing the industry by helping financial professionals become experts at online connectivity.

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