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Karna Crawford | CMO Confidential | The Customer Loyalty Crisis & What to Do About It

Aug 20, 2024
Join Karna Crawford, CMO of Marqeta and former marketing strategist at JPMorgan Chase and Ford, as she dives into the customer loyalty crisis. She reveals how brands often overlook customer retention for acquisition, creating 'promiscuous customers.' Learn how AI can personalize experiences to win back loyalty and the importance of balancing customer interactions. Karna also shares cautionary tales, like GAP and United’s missteps in loyalty initiatives. Tune in for valuable insights to revamp your marketing strategy!
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  • Brands must prioritize customer retention over acquisition to effectively address the growing challenge of brand promiscuity.
  • Leveraging artificial intelligence is crucial for companies to create personalized customer experiences that foster deeper loyalty amidst evolving market dynamics.

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Defining Customer Loyalty

Customer loyalty is characterized by a consumer's willingness to choose a specific brand even when alternatives are available or when prices are higher. This loyalty transcends mere transactions, as brand love can influence purchasing decisions. Despite the traditional understanding of loyalty, a shift has occurred where brand promiscuity is on the rise, leading customers to switch brands more freely. The increase in choices and lack of barriers that once locked consumers in have made it crucial for brands to deliver exceptional value to maintain loyalty.

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