“One thing that will make this very successful is that it's a multiphase year-long program that builds on what the Y is already doing to communicate about living healthier lifestyles,” said Julie Hurbanis, SVP of consumer in WS' Minneapolis office.
To raise awareness of its best-selling products Nutrilite and Artistry and to reach a multi-generational target, Amway will sponsor the Tina Turner North American concert series that begins October 1.
Pour aider les propriétaires d'entreprise de notre succès à attirer [les clients], nous avons besoin de renforcer la sensibilisation de ces marques, et des relations publiques est une partie importante de cette", a déclaré Dornan.
“To help our business owners successfully attract [customers], we need to build awareness of those brands, and PR is a big part of that,” said Dornan.
In support of the sponsorship, customized motor coaches and semi-trailers featuring the brands will follow the series, providing consumers with educational materials, samples, and, for Artistry, a spa-like lounge.
Dornan said the company's future plans include additional investment in PR for the Nutrilite and Artistry brands. Currently, Amway is focusing on global marketing, including an ad campaign, new logo, and a new Web site set to launch in May 2009.
“Direct sellers like Amway [had] relied on representatives to be their advertising. It worked well for a long time but there's so much competition so we need to build bands and awareness via advertising, PR, and sponsorships," she said.