Contest Factory created a yearlong sweepstakes for Lenovo. The campaign used branded cars and a website to promote new YOGA... and THINKPAD products. People entered the sweepstakes online and could return daily for more chances to win. Social sharing gave extra entries. Lenovo grew its email list and increased brand awareness nationwide.
Contest Factory used SpinZone, an Instant Win Game with a Sweepstakes module, for SanDisk's 25th Anniversary. The promotion ran for... a year and awarded over 11,000 prizes worth more than $500,000. Contest Factory managed digital promo codes, prize fulfillment, and fraud detection. SanDisk saw zero support calls at their Wal-Mart line during the year. Ken Hutton called it the most successful promotion in SanDisk’s history.
SanDisk used Contest Factory to run a yearlong 25th Anniversary Sweepstakes and Instant Win Game. The promotion required product purchase... or a mail-in entry and awarded over 11,000 prizes worth more than $500,000. Contest Factory provided an interactive game, digital code delivery, prize fulfillment, and fraud detection. SanDisk saw zero support calls and called it their most successful promotion ever.
Lenovo wanted to grow its email marketing list and promote new products. Contest Factory created a yearlong sweepstakes hosted on... Lenovo’s website. Users registered once and could return daily for extra entries. Sharing on social media gave bonus entries. The campaign increased Lenovo’s email leads and boosted brand awareness nationwide.
Hospitality Case Studies and Customer Success Stories with Contest Factory
Hyatt
- Hospitality
- Very Large
Contest Factory's SpinZone Trade Show Edition helped Hyatt attract large crowds at the Signature Travel Network Trade Show. Hyatt used an... Instant Win Game to collect attendee emails and boost brand awareness for its resorts. Attendees lined up to play the SpinZone game, creating excitement and high booth traffic. Hyatt was very pleased with the results and has continued to use Contest Factory for future campaigns.
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 across nine countries. Airbnb used Contest Factory’s Viral DNA analytics for real-time contest data. The contest led to a rise in Airbnb account registrations, with nearly 10% of entries from new users.
Hyatt used Contest Factory’s SpinZone Trade Show Edition at the Signature Travel Network Trade Show. The goal was to attract... more booth visitors, collect email leads, and boost brand awareness for new resorts. Contest Factory set up an instant win game where attendees registered and played for prizes like iPads and resort certificates. The booth drew two long lines of eager participants. Hyatt was thrilled with the turnout and results, leading to repeat campaigns with Contest Factory.
Airbnb partnered with Contest Factory to enhance its hospitality offerings. The collaboration aimed to improve guest engagement and satisfaction. Contest... Factory provided solutions tailored to Airbnb's needs. As a result, Airbnb saw improvements in guest experience. The partnership helped Airbnb strengthen its brand in the hospitality industry.
Media Production Case Studies and Customer Success Stories with Contest Factory
Shaw Media
- Media Production
Contest Factory built a branded sweepstakes site for Shaw Media's Pro Football Weekly relaunch. The Team for the Ages Sweepstakes... let users vote for top football players and coaches, driving engagement and site visits. 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's professionalism and results.
Contest Factory built a branded sweepstakes site for Shaw Media’s Pro Football Weekly relaunch. The campaign let users pick their... top 50 football players and a coach, driving engagement and site visits. Contest Factory’s analytics tracked registrations, votes, and social shares in real time. The sweepstakes brought thousands of new users and leads to Shaw Media. Shaw Media praised the sweepstakes for boosting fan participation and site traffic.
Retail Case Studies and Customer Success Stories with Contest Factory
Corner Store/CST Brands
- Retail
- Large
Contest Factory built a UGC and sweepstakes system for Corner Store and Coca-Cola. The Share a Hero Sweepstakes used Instagram,... Twitter, and a microsite to drive entries for 100 days. The campaign boosted store traffic, brand recognition, and likability. Customers found it easy to enter. The client praised Contest Factory for meeting a tight deadline and delivering a top sweepstakes experience.
Contest Factory powered the Share a Hero Sweepstakes for Corner Store, a retail chain with over 1,000 locations. The campaign used... user generated content and social media hashtags to drive engagement. Customers entered by posting selfies with Coke bottles and the #ShareAHero hashtag. Contest Factory’s system tracked entries from Instagram, Twitter, and a microsite, ensuring accurate reporting and moderation. The campaign boosted store traffic, brand recognition, and customer likability, with high participation and positive client feedback.
Events Services Case Studies and Customer Success Stories with Contest Factory
EMC Outdoor
- Events Services
Contest Factory used SpinZone Trivia for EMC Outdoor's one-day event in Minneapolis. The trivia game engaged attendees on mobile and... laptop devices with 300 industry-related questions. Players won prizes like Starbucks gift cards and Amazon Echo speakers. Nearly all attendees participated in the trivia game. The event was a big success for EMC Outdoor.
SpinZone by Contest Factory helped PeopleReady attract over 700 booth visitors at the Power-Gen International Conference. The Instant Win Game... drove strong attendee engagement and brand awareness in the energy sector. About 30% of visitors became pre-qualified leads for immediate sales follow-up. PeopleReady expects at least a 10x first year ROI from this trade show marketing campaign. The solution included a custom winner announcement module for the grand prize drawing.
AARP
- Non Profit Organization Management
- Very Large
Contest Factory built a branded contest site for AARP's Create the Good division. The Dream Builders Video Contest used user-generated... content and integrated with AARP’s registration portal. Contest Factory provided TV advertising and analytics to boost awareness and track engagement. The contest increased Create the Good’s brand awareness and delivered new members. Multiple non-profits received funding through the contest.
AARP (Create the Good)
- Non Profit Organization Management
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 integrated 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.
Consumer Services Case Studies and Customer Success Stories with Contest Factory
Called to Succeed, Inc. (CTS)
- Consumer Services
Contest Factory created an interactive game for Called to Succeed, Inc. (CTS) to boost travel membership sales. CTS ran the... Rocket Fuel Promotion, a month-long sweepstakes where members earned entries by referring new sign-ups. Winners played for a $250,000 grand prize or a $7,500 Dream Trip. The promotion increased new memberships and improved loyalty among existing members.
Called to Succeed, Inc. (CTS)
- Consumer Services
- Small
USA
Contest Factory created an interactive game for Called to Succeed’s Rocket Fuel promotion. CTS wanted to boost travel membership sales... and member engagement. Members earned sweepstakes entries by referring new sign-ups. Two winners played for a $250,000 grand prize or a $7,500 Dream Trip. The promotion brought in new members and increased loyalty among existing ones.
Internet Case Studies and Customer Success Stories with Contest Factory
GoDaddy
- Internet
- Very Large
Contest Factory integrated a Sweepstakes and survey module with GoDaddy’s website. GoDaddy rewarded small business customers with over $150,000 in... prizes during a two-month campaign. The solution enabled automatic and manual entries, plus viral sharing for extra chances. Over 2 million viral impressions were generated. GoDaddy gained valuable customer insights from survey responses.
GoDaddy used Contest Factory to run a two-month sweepstakes for small business customers. The campaign offered over $150,000 in cash... and prizes. Contest Factory integrated a sweepstakes and survey module with GoDaddy’s website, allowing easy entry and social sharing. Over 2 million viral impressions were generated through shares. GoDaddy gained valuable customer insights from survey responses.
Automotive Case Studies and Customer Success Stories with Contest Factory
Kia Motors
- Automotive
- Large
Contest Factory helped Kia Motors launch Melissa’s Precious Gear Sweepstakes for the Niro SUV debut. Kia needed a fast, engaging... Facebook campaign tied to their Big Game commercial. Contest Factory built four custom sweepstakes sites, integrated with Kia’s chatbot, and ensured mobile compatibility. The campaign launched on time, drove high Facebook engagement, and used Viral DNA analytics for real-time tracking. Kia and their agency praised the smooth execution and results.
Contest Factory helped Kia Motors launch the Melissa’s Precious Gear Sweepstakes on Facebook. The campaign supported the debut of the... Kia Niro during a major TV event. Contest Factory built four custom sweepstakes sites and integrated them with Kia’s chatbot. The sweepstakes ran smoothly, driving high engagement and social sharing. Real-time analytics tracked registrations and shares. Kia and their agency were pleased with the seamless execution.
Food & Beverages Case Studies and Customer Success Stories with Contest Factory
Goslings Rum
- Food & Beverages
- Small
Hamilton, Bermuda
Contest Factory helped Goslings Rum run a UGC photo contest and sweepstakes to boost brand recognition and sales. The campaign asked... fans to share photos or videos making a Dark 'n Stormy cocktail. Contest Factory's platform managed entries, moderation, and viral sharing on social media. The campaign led to a 111% increase in email opt-ins, 161% more registrations, and 221% higher social engagement. Goslings gained many new marketing leads and saw strong brand engagement.
Contest Factory delivered a custom SpinZone Trivia promotion for EMC Outdoor's one-day event in Minneapolis. The trivia game engaged attendees... on mobile and laptop devices with 300 industry-related questions. Players earned chances to win prizes by answering questions correctly. Nearly all event attendees participated in the game. The solution made the event more interactive and memorable.
Other Industry Case Studies and Success Stories with Contest Factory
PeopleReady
- Staffing And Recruiting
- Large
Tacoma, USA
PeopleReady used Contest Factory's SpinZone game at the Power-Gen International Conference. Over 700 attendees visited their booth to play the... instant win game and enter a sweepstakes. The game increased booth traffic and brand awareness in the energy sector. 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.
