#219: “Beyond 2024: innovative user acquisition strategies” App Promotion Summit San Francisco panel
Nov 21, 2024
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Join industry experts Sandy Shen, Drew Hambke, Lomit Patel, and Lenette Yap as they dive into innovative user acquisition strategies. Sandy discusses mobile marketing nuances between gaming and professional sectors. Drew highlights shifts in consumer behavior for gaming apps post-pandemic. Lomit shares organic acquisition methods for kids, while Lenette explores AI's impact on fintech marketing. The panel emphasizes the need for tailored strategies and the significance of localizing content for global audiences to drive engagement.
Leveraging unique marketing channels, such as participating in existing events like the 'Hour of Code', can significantly enhance user engagement and brand awareness.
The evolution of privacy regulations is driving companies to adopt innovative measurement techniques, such as incrementality tests, to effectively track marketing campaign impacts.
Deep dives
Innovative User Acquisition Strategies
A panel of industry leaders discussed the latest innovative user acquisition strategies shaping the app market. One key insight is the importance of leveraging unique marketing channels to create engaging campaigns. For instance, Tinker, an educational app, discovered success through participation in the 'Hour of Code' initiative, which allowed them to reach millions of young learners despite limited visibility. This illustrates the value of creatively utilizing existing events and opportunities to enhance brand awareness and user engagement.
The Evolution of Consumer Behavior
The pandemic has dramatically influenced consumer behavior, especially in the app market, leading to increased engagement with in-depth gaming experiences. Post-COVID, many players are returning to casual and innovative games, prioritizing unique gameplay over conventional titles. Developers are finding that an emphasis on originality and distinct gameplay mechanics can lead to substantial early success. As a result, companies are adjusting their marketing strategies to adapt to these shifting preferences and incentivize user retention.
The Role of AI in Marketing
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming a pivotal tool in digital marketing, assisting companies in streamlining creative processes and analyzing large datasets. Many marketers are using AI to automate repetitive tasks, optimize ad creatives, and enhance user engagement strategies. For example, using AI-generated voiceovers for ad campaigns can improve efficiency and execution in creative development. However, while AI is beneficial for minor updates, it has yet to fully replace original artistic contributions in marketing.
Challenges in Measurement and Privacy
The landscape of app measurement is evolving due to privacy regulations and the limitations these regulations impose on data tracking. Many companies are adjusting their methodologies to accommodate aggregated measurement techniques while still attempting to monitor consumer behavior effectively. Incrementality tests have emerged as a vital tool for understanding the impact of marketing campaigns, especially in an environment where precise tracking is becoming increasingly difficult. As organizations navigate these challenges, they are finding that a mixture of traditional metrics and innovative methodologies is essential for campaign success and accountability.
This week, we are pleased to offer an exclusive bonus episode. As you know, we organize the App Promotion Summit several times a year to bring together app marketing, growth, product, CRM, and revenue executives. These events feature panels where industry professionals share their experiences and insights on emerging trends that significantly impact the sector.
During this year’s App Promotion Summit San Francisco, we convened a panel dedicated to innovative user acquisition strategies that are poised to shape the app industry moving forward.
It was hosted by Kevin Kinnison, Client Partner Lead at Adjust and the panelists were: