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The biggest game of the year is surrounded by a lot of hype. Much of it comes from urgency marketing leveraged by restaurant brands, offering sports fans deals they can't resist.

Preparing for the year ahead can feel intimidating, which is why we want to help. Here are a few simple steps for building hype to meet your team’s goals using urgency marketing this year:

It's that time of year again when retail brands are taking advantage of Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday and their own branded events ahead of the holidays. 

The restaurant industry is rapidly changing, and brands that are focused on digital innovation while adapting to new consumer preferences are getting ahead. QSRs also need to adapt to the growing demand for variety, affordability, and technology in order to engage the next generation of digitally-savvy customers. While modern consumers are focused on unique and healthy food options, their primary concern is convenience. 79% of millennials report they regularly spend money eating at restaurants (Shopkick), making this audience a priority for QSRs. As millennials and Gen Z continue to grow into a stronger consumer force, it’s crucial for restauranteurs to develop a deeper understanding of their interests and prioritize digital engagement to stay relevant. Many QSRs are offering apps, community platform presence (Yelp), or in-app experiences, such as games to deeper the consumer relationship. According to QSR Magazine, 63% of millennials have at least one quick-service app on their phones and 73% have used mobile apps within quick-serves. The significance of a digital presence is clear, but how can QSRs stand out from the crowd and grow a loyal Millennial and Gen Z customer base?

Have you heard about the upcoming Amazon Prime Day? Amazon's latest genius marketing move, on Wednesday July 15th, the company will offer all sorts of special deals only to Prime members. It’s being billed as “bigger than black friday” and “one of the biggest deal extravaganzas in the world.” Believe it or not, any retailer can do this kind of promotion.