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Fandom FundamentalsSeptember 1, 2023

The Power of the Fan

Fans are the most valuable customers a brand can have. They spend more, advocate louder, and stay longer. Understanding what drives fandom is the first step to unlocking its power.

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Fandom FundamentalsAugust 15, 2023

Fans Are Not Created, They Emerge

You cannot manufacture a fan. Fandom is earned through authentic connection, consistent value, and a brand that stands for something beyond the transaction.

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Community & BelongingJuly 20, 2023

Belonging: The System Behind the Power of the Fan

At the heart of every fan community is a sense of belonging. Brands that create genuine belonging — not just loyalty programs — unlock exponential engagement.

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StrategyJune 10, 2023

Masking Old-School Loyalty with Fandom Programs

Many brands are rebranding their loyalty programs as "fan" programs without changing the underlying mechanics. True fandom requires a fundamentally different approach.

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Case StudiesMay 22, 2023

LAFC Expands the Way They Bring Fans in as Part of the Team

Los Angeles FC has become a model for modern sports fandom — blending culture, community, and co-creation to make fans feel like genuine stakeholders in the club.

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Industry TrendsApril 18, 2023

Momentum Is Building on Using Fandom to Drive the Business

More and more business leaders are waking up to the commercial power of fandom. The question is no longer "why fandom?" but "how do we activate it at scale?"

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Thought LeadershipMarch 5, 2023

New Thinking on Fans via Marcus Collins — For the Culture

Marcus Collins' "For the Culture" offers a powerful framework for understanding how culture drives consumer behavior — and why brands that tap into culture create the most devoted fans.

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StrategyFebruary 14, 2023

Navigating the Marketing Landscape from Loyalists to Fans

The journey from a loyal customer to a true brand fan is not linear. It requires intentional strategy, emotional resonance, and a willingness to invest in the relationship beyond the purchase.

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Industry TrendsJanuary 30, 2023

The Fan Economy Is the Future of Customer Engagement

We are entering a new era of marketing where the fan economy — driven by passion, community, and identity — will define which brands win and which fade into irrelevance.

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