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Why earlier fan input is the secret to sponsorship success
To convert attention from sponsorship ads into true brand connection, marketers need to listen to their fans from day one. Ipsos’ Lisa Sobilo explains how they can get off on the right foot.
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Why brands should reinvent sponsorships for the digital fandom era
From smartphones to livestreams, our digital-first culture is changing fan experiences, says Verizon's Nick Kelly. To keep up, brands and sponsors should understand how fans want to document and share these events.
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How digital platforms will reshape brands’ roles in fan communities
Digital platforms are transforming how fans curate, connect, and find community. But they're also capable of driving IRL action and engagement, says Pinterest's Nadine Zylstra.
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Why value proposition testing can spark fan loyalty
If they want fans of their own, brands need to start with their value proposition, says Ipsos’ Aron Galonsky. Here’s how testing and refining your core message can unlock lasting customer loyalty.
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How superfan expectations are reshaping brand-fan relationships
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour affected everything from local economies to regional politics — but it also stands to influence the future of fandom. Journalist and Swiftie Kelsey Barnes gives a crash source in fandom and why today’s artist-fan connections will mean more than merch.
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Implications: Where the opportunities are for…
From crowdfunding to livestreaming, here’s a look at tomorrow’s growth opportunities in the world of fandom.
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[WEBINAR] What the Future: Fandom
Join Editor Matt Carmichael as he guides attendees through our expert interviews and fresh data on the shifting attitudes and expectations of fans across demographics.
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Americans believe sports teams and stadiums are positive for cities
New Ipsos poll also finds that a majority still believe sporting events are too expensive
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Entertainment & Leisure
Explore the future of fun, relaxation and cultural engagement. This category covers emerging trends in music, sports, vacations and digital entertainment, examining how technology is reshaping our leisure time and cultural experiences.
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Sports (and sports fandom) in America
Revisit our on demand webinar to hear more about how Americans watch and consume sports.