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That VIP feeling: Activation, measurement techniques and best practices in sport sponsorship

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  • Wellington, Spencer C.

    (Food & Friends, Inc., USA)

  • Apostolopoulou, Artemisia

    (Robert Morris University, USA)

  • Synowka, David P.

    (Robert Morris University, USA)

Abstract

The primary goal of this research was to examine current trends in sport sponsorship, particularly in the areas of goal setting, sponsorship activation and assessment of sponsorship effectiveness. The secondary goal was to identify best practices in sport sponsorship. Sponsorship executives representing North American professional sport properties, corporate partners and third-party agencies participated in in-depth interviews. Data was content analysed to produce information in three main areas of interest: sponsorship goals, activation strategies and evaluation processes and measures. The results highlight the value of customising sponsorship agreements to fit the business goals of individual sponsors as well as the strong presence of social media in sponsorship activation strategies. Greater sponsor expectations in terms of return on investment measurement and the increased role of analytics in the evaluation of sponsorship effectiveness are also uncovered. A number of best practices in sport sponsorship, practical implications and directions for future research are discussed at the conclusion of this paper.

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  • Wellington, Spencer C. & Apostolopoulou, Artemisia & Synowka, David P., 2022. "That VIP feeling: Activation, measurement techniques and best practices in sport sponsorship," Journal of Brand Strategy, Henry Stewart Publications, vol. 11(2), pages 145-166, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:aza:jbs000:y:2022:v:11:i:2:p:145-166
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    Keywords

    sport sponsorship; co-branding; sponsorship goals; sponsorship activation; digital media; ROI measurement; business analytics;
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    JEL classification:

    • M3 - Business Administration and Business Economics; Marketing; Accounting; Personnel Economics - - Marketing and Advertising

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