It’s no secret that Amazon is the leading platform for online shopping with over 300 million active users worldwide. Shoppers turn to the platform for their shopping needs because it’s quick and convenient and in the last year alone, Amazon saw a significant increase in site traffic due to COVID-19. Compared to February of…
With a diverse range of clients in the housewares and consumer technology industries, the lotus823 team has developed a variety of strategic marketing plans and integrated approaches. Read on to learn how lotus823 utilized a combination of Amazon marketing and advertisements, keyword research, and email marketing to increase Twinkly’s brand visibility and ROI. Background Twinkly…
Throughout October, Twitter updated its tweet creation process in Ads Manager, Amazon rolled out customized Sponsored Display ads, and Google expanded several visual search-based features. Learn more about the latest updates in the industry roundup below! Social Media Facebook Launches New Shopping Audiences With new features, ad formats, and audiences for retail, Facebook is rolling…
Amazon Prime Day has coined itself as a major and historic retail holiday. Exclusively for Prime members, this global ecommerce shopping event is highly-anticipated every year. Learn more about the history and future of Amazon Prime Day below! Prime Day’s Early Years: 2015-2019 Introduced in 2015, Amazon Prime Day was launched in conjunction with Amazon’s…
When you are looking to buy a particular product on Amazon, what research do you conduct before clicking “Add to Cart?” Perhaps you ask a friend, browse online, or head to a trusted website/influencer for recommendations. When reading articles or engaging with influencer content containing links to Amazon products, the outlet or influencer is most…
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As the largest online retailer in the United States, Amazon is constantly looking for ways to improve their user experience and entice more consumers to become Prime members. While Amazon’s main focus serves to provide consumers with a convenient shopping experience, the company is working to integrate social media features to increase shopper engagement. In…
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Millions of consumers across the country have become so reliant on Amazon, some say they can’t live without it! As one of the Big Four tech companies, this e-commerce giant is always looking for ways to improve its features and dominate the market. We’re breaking down Amazon’s latest headlines and initiatives to keep you in…
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Remember in 1999 when everyone thought computers weren’t smart enough to handle the changing century and the world would simply crash at the stroke of midnight? Well, we are now staring down 2020, and man, have we come a long way since the Y2K jitters. Nowadays, digital is where we live. And with that, DNVBs…
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In March of 2019, Amazon’s popularity was at an all-time high, with over 145.2 million mobile users active on the app. With more than 119 million products, Amazon continues to be the go-to for online shoppers. So, in late 2018 through early 2019, when vendors started to experience difficulties on the platform, many started considering…
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In early August, Amazon introduced its newest selling feature, Sold by Amazon (SBA). The feature gives Amazon control over product pricing as a way to keep up with competition. In the short-term, businesses who use this feature could see an increase in overall sales, but in the long-term, the results might not be as impressive….
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The numbers don’t lie: Amazon has 310 million active users, with 197 million people shopping the e-commerce behemoth monthly. With 1-2-day delivery times and the convenience of one-click purchasing, consumers are treated to the ultimate in seamless shopping with Amazon. And, they are fully buying in to the ease. As a consumer brand, your job…
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As April kicked off Q2, there were pivotal changes in social media to make the platforms healthier outlets and reduce the anxiety that many users feel as a result of the various channels and content seen daily. Instagram revealed a future update that may hide the number of likes a post receives while Twitter articulated…
With over 80 private label brands exclusive to Amazon, the e-commerce giant continues to dominate the online retail sphere. Amazon’s private label offerings had a humble beginning with USB cables and batteries in 2009, and have since flourished into an extensive catalog of Amazon-exclusive brands. The private label products sold by Amazon range from automotive…
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With 2018 coming to a close, social media projections for 2019 only continue to illustrate the growing role of social channels. While YouTube aims to create a more genuine experience for viewers, ridding the platform of spam accounts, Instagram has rolled out several new features this past month. Twitter revamped its conduct policy in hopes…
With the holiday season in full swing, the chaotic crowds rushing around town to pick up that perfect gift can often throw some shoppers into a panic. However, now more than ever, consumers are choosing to avoid the stores, opting to make purchases without leaving their homes. And with online retailers like Amazon, consumers can…
Recently, I was in a meeting discussing a new client’s marketing strategy where I asked the question, “Are they planning to go the FBA or FBM route?” In response, I was greeted with a round of blank stares from my colleagues. At that moment, a realization came over me – I was speaking what felt…
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In July 2017, Amazon launched Amazon Spark, a product discovery feed that works as an in-app social media platform. Spark is somewhat exclusive, with capabilities only available to Prime members currently (although non-Prime members can view the feed), and has been slow to make its way to the limelight. But now, months after the launch,…
LOTUS823 & CMI CORPORATION ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
May 12, 2025
An End-To-End Marketing & Sales Solution for Suppliers and Brands lotus823 is excited to announce its partnership with CMI Corporation. This new partnership combines the capabilities of CMI, which is to link brands and suppliers with retailers, with the full-service public relations and marketing capabilities of lotus823. CMI works with retailers such as, but...
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May 9, 2025
Introducing a A New End-To-End Marketing & Sales Solution for the Music Industry & Beyond We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Sound Strategy Marketing. This new partnership forges a bond between a traditional manufacturers’ rep firm, Sound Strategy Marketing, LLC, specializing in MI, Pro Audio, DJ, and CE, with the full-service public relations...
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Media Training for Trade Shows: Why It’s Important
March 25, 2025
You invest a lot into trade shows. The significant time coordinating and planning the logistics. The money spent on elaborate booth builds and attendance. The travel for your employees. Have you invested in preparing your team to speak with the media who attend? Media training for trade shows is often an overlooked preparation tactic. A...
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