Value Chain Hackers Marketing Strategy
Target Audience
- Industry partners seeking research and innovation
- NGOs and advocacy groups working on supply chain issues
- Government agencies and policymakers
- Academic researchers
- The general public (interested in ethical consumption)
Marketing Objectives
- Establish Value Chain Hackers as a leading research organization in supply chain transparency and sustainability.
- Increase awareness of VCH’s research findings and impact.
- Attract funding and partnerships for future research projects.
- Influence policy and industry practices.
Marketing Strategies
- Thought Leadership: Publish research findings in academic journals and present at industry conferences.
- Public Relations: Engage with media outlets to raise awareness of VCH’s work.
- Content Marketing: Create blog posts, reports, and infographics summarizing research findings for a broader audience.
- Social Media Marketing: Share research updates and engage with stakeholders on social media.
- Event Marketing: Host workshops and hackathons to engage with the community and generate new ideas.
- Partnership Marketing: Collaborate with NGOs, industry partners, and government agencies.
Marketing Tactics
- Publish research papers in peer-reviewed journals.
- Present research findings at industry conferences and workshops.
- Issue press releases announcing new research projects and findings.
- Create and share blog posts, reports, and infographics on VCH’s website and social media channels.
- Engage with stakeholders on LinkedIn, Twitter, and other relevant platforms.
- Host workshops and hackathons to foster collaboration and innovation.
- Develop marketing materials for potential funders and partners.
Budget
- Allocate budget for travel to conferences, publication fees, website maintenance, and social media advertising.
Evaluation
- Track media mentions and social media engagement.
- Monitor website traffic and downloads of research reports.
- Measure the impact of VCH’s research on policy and industry practices.
- Track funding and partnership opportunities.