From 15,000 to 500,000 customers in 24 months

This particular case study focuses on the utility industry, and how proven practices drove half million customers over 24 months. Acquisition marketing in newly-competitive market is often challenging, especially for low involvement categories. This case study reviews 8 proven marketing practices at driving acquisition and growth.

How utilities can use content marketing to engage customers

One of the key challenges that a number of utilities face is customer engagement. Many people only think about their utility when something isn’t working or when they have a billing issue. Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) provides electric and natural gas service to businesses and residents throughout northern and central California. The utility … Continue reading How utilities can use content marketing to engage customers

Has social media influenced the performance of referral programs

Social media has provided a mechanism for consumers to essentially “vote” for a brand. Historically marketers have found referral programs a ROI challenge. High involvement categories and brands with major league affinity are immune to the challenges lower involvement categories face. This article recaps a successful referral-like program in a low involvement category.  FirstEnergy Solutions (FES), … Continue reading Has social media influenced the performance of referral programs