Real-World Case Studies and Customer Success Stories with Contest Factory

Contest Factory used SpinZone, an Instant Win Game with a Sweepstakes module, to help SanDisk celebrate its 25th Anniversary. The promotion required product purchase or a mail-in entry and offered ov...er 11,000 prizes, including cash and trips. Contest Factory managed prize fulfillment and used analytics to track results. SanDisk called it their most successful promotion ever, with no major issues and zero support calls during the year-long campaign.
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Contest Factory created a UGC and Sweepstakes system for Corner Store's Share a Hero campaign. The campaign let customers enter by posting selfies with Coke bottles and the #ShareAHero hashtag. Conte...st Factory's system tracked entries from Instagram, Twitter, and a microsite. The campaign increased store traffic, brand recognition, and likability. Customers found it easy to enter, and the client was very satisfied.
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Contest Factory built a platform for Airbnb to manage a global essay contest with VICE Media. The platform handled moderation, judging, and prize fulfillment for tens of thousands of entries. Contest... Factory's analytics software gave Airbnb real-time data on submissions and judging. The contest led to more Airbnb account registrations, with almost 10% of entries from new users. The project was completed quickly, with trips organized for 100 winners within two weeks.
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Hyatt used Contest Factory’s SpinZone Trade Show Edition at the Signature Travel Network Trade Show. Hyatt wanted to attract more booth visitors, collect email leads, and boost brand awareness for it...s resorts. Contest Factory set up an Instant Win Game where attendees registered and played for prizes like iPads and resort certificates. The booth saw high traffic, with two lines of attendees waiting to play. Hyatt was very happy with the results and continued to work with Contest Factory.
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Contest Factory created a branded sweepstakes site for Shaw Media's Pro Football Weekly relaunch. The sweepstakes let users pick their top 50 football players and a coach, driving engagement and vote...s. Contest Factory's Viral DNA analytics tracked registrations, votes, and shares in real time. The campaign brought thousands of new users and leads to Shaw Media. Shaw Media praised Contest Factory for their professionalism and results.
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Contest Factory built a branded contest site for AARP's Create the Good division. The Dream Builders Video Contest aimed to boost volunteer engagement and support non-profits. Contest Factory integra...ted the contest with AARP’s registration system and provided a custom judging panel. They also ran TV ads and used Viral DNA analytics to track engagement. The contest increased Create the Good’s brand awareness and delivered new members.
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Contest Factory used its SpinZone Trivia promotion for EMC Outdoor at an advertising event in Minneapolis. EMC wanted to engage attendees during travel, breaks, and dinner. Contest Factory set up a m...obile-friendly trivia game with 300 questions and instant win prizes. Attendees registered and played throughout the day. The event was a success, with almost all attendees participating in the trivia game.
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Contest Factory created a yearlong Sweepstakes for Lenovo. Lenovo wanted to grow its email marketing list and promote new YOGA, THINKPAD, and YOGA TAB products. The campaign used branded cars and a w...ebsite contest to attract entries. Users could register once and return daily for more chances to win. Social sharing gave bonus entries. Lenovo increased its email leads and boosted brand awareness nationwide.
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Contest Factory helped GoDaddy run The Great GoDaddy Giveaway Sweepstakes. GoDaddy wanted to reward small business customers with over $150,000 in prizes. Contest Factory integrated a sweepstakes and... survey module on GoDaddy’s website. The campaign allowed multiple entry methods and encouraged social sharing. The promotion generated over 2 million viral impressions. GoDaddy gained valuable customer insights from survey responses.
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Contest Factory helped Kia Motors launch the Melissa’s Precious Gear Sweepstakes to promote the new Niro SUV. Kia needed a fast solution to engage users after their Big Game commercial. Contest Facto...ry built four custom sweepstakes sites on Kia’s Facebook page and connected them to a chatbot. The campaign launched on time and worked smoothly. Kia used real-time analytics to track user engagement and shares.
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Contest Factory created an interactive game for Called to Succeed, Inc. (CTS) to boost travel membership sales. CTS wanted a fun way to reward both current and new members. They ran a month-long Rock...et Fuel Sweepstakes where members earned entries for signing up new people. Two winners played a game for a $250,000 grand prize or a $7,500 trip. CTS gained new members and increased loyalty among existing members.
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SpinZone by Contest Factory helped PeopleReady stand out at the Power-Gen International Conference. PeopleReady used the game to attract booth visitors, boost brand awareness, and collect new leads. ...Over 700 people played the game, and more than 100 attended the grand prize announcement. About 30% of visitors were pre-qualified as leads for sales follow-up. PeopleReady expects at least a 10x first year ROI from the event.
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