Share Your Success Sweepstakes 2024

[Nick_S]

We know how challenging it can be to stay ahead of rising costs and finding the time to market your business. At Constant Contact, we’re always looking for a way to give the small businesses that rely on us an edge.

Tools are one thing, but marketing know-how is another. You might not know where to start, or don’t have the time, or just need a little extra help to get comfortable with using the platform. Our Professional Services team has you covered with personalized marketing services that pairs you with an in-house marketing expert to help take your efforts to the next level!

Our Marketing Managers have helped hundreds of customers just like you pivot successfully and reach their goals. In that spirit, we wanted to create a space where our hard-working community members can reflect on the last year and share their successes.

And for taking the time to share your stories, you’ll be entered to win from a selection of great prizes, offered by our amazing Professional Services team! Scroll down to see what's up for grabs!

Say Yes to Success!

It’s been a year of trying new marketing strategies with our Marketing Manager customers, helping them reach their business goals. Here are some of the results we saw:

Click to download PDFOne client, a car wash on the east coast of the U.S., aimed to boost their SMS contact list to promote daily specials. Their Marketing Manager advised them to display a printed QR code linked to a sign-up landing page to gather SMS phone numbers. They placed signage at checkout counters, which drove an average of 30 new contacts monthly and a 93% yearly increase in new contacts! When they launched a daily special, sending an SMS text message with a coupon link, cars lined up at the car wash within the hour. “I think this is working. We have a line already!”

Another Marketing Manager helped a retail client promote a Labor Day sale, driving one of their most successful holidays ever. By running a Facebook ad and a Google Search ad, they generated over $2,000 in online sales and drew in numerous first-time customers!

A restaurant in a highly competitive market aimed to boost its social media presence. Starting with Facebook ads, the client achieved a staggering 2,800% increase in reach, hitting 236,262 views. This drove over 6,000 visits—a 549% surge—and a 411% jump in page likes. Their Instagram page also saw significant growth: a 54% boost in reach and a 140% increase in new followers. These remarkable results demonstrate the Marketing Manager’s effective approach, strengthening the restaurant's online presence, broadening its audience reach, and fostering high community growth.

Our Marketing Managers are here to help you reach your business goals. And we are excited to see your success! Interested in reading about more success stories from our Marketing Managers? Check out the following case studies:

• Professional Services
• Restaurants & Catering
• Retail & Ecommerce
• Social Media Strategy

Now that you’re feeling all nice and inspired, it’s time to enter!

How to enter:

You can gain one ticket for entry by sharing your success story in a comment on this post. We want to hear about your accomplishments and victories, big or small, in the last year that have helped your business grow!

Some topics, for inspiration:

• A marketing campaign or other activities that contributed strong growth to your business
• A positive customer experience
• Any progress made toward your nonprofit goals
• A new or updated physical store location or office expansion
• Share a positive review you received from a customer

What are the prizes?

• Grand Prize - 3 months of Marketing Manager service ($1605 value)
• First Prize: 2 months of Marketing Specialist service ($500 value)
• Second Prize: 2 hours of Marketing Advisor Phone Consultation ($120 value) 
• Third Prize: 3 Pack of Animated Templates ($99 value)

Winners will be chosen at random for selection. If you are a winner we will notify you by the contact email address listed on your Constant Contact account, so make sure it is up-to-date!

Questions? Let us know in the comments!

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*No Purchase Necessary. Share Your Success Sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the 50 United States (and D.C), 18 years or older. For Official Rules, visit here. Promotion ends on December 20, 2024 at 11:59 PM ET. The Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Khoros.

[ChristinaS2119]

I am the new Community Engagement Coordinator for a non-profit.  We advocate for victims of domestic and sexual violence, stalking, human trafficking and mass violence.  Our organization has not done a newsletter before.  Within 6 weeks of hiring me I was able to create a stunning newsletter and using Constant Contact reach over 800 possible donors and community members.  Without Constant Contacts I would not be able to do my job as swiftly and timely.

Our nonprofit newsletter builds community, raises awareness, and fosters engagement by sharing updates, success stories, and opportunities for involvement. It’s a cost-effective tool to highlight impact, promote events, recruit volunteers, and drive our donations while building our credibility through transparency. By us providing valuable, consistent content and clear calls to action, our newsletter can help deepen connections with supporters, encourage advocacy, and expand our reach through sharing and partnerships.

[HeatherM103]

Huckleberry Youth Programs had our most successful Giving Tuesday since 2022! This year, with the help of Constant Contact, and a match from the Golden State Warriors, we raised more than $21,000 in 24 hours. This is a huge accomplishment for us and helps us advance our mission of working in solidarity with young people (and their families) to advance their personal growth and social equity in the Bay Area. Thank you, Constant Contact!

[DerekT4]

Using Constant Contact has been a game-changer for Taussig Landscape and The Garden Center by Taussig Landscape. One of the biggest advantages we've seen is how it has helped us generate high-quality leads that have directly boosted our sales. With its intuitive email marketing tools, we’ve been able to reach both potential clients and loyal customers with targeted messages and promotions. These efforts have not only increased our visibility but have also resulted in more engagement, bringing in leads that are genuinely interested in our services and products. The consistent communication has strengthened our relationship with customers, which has ultimately contributed to a steady stream of business.

The Garden Center by Taussig Landscape, in particular, has benefited immensely from Constant Contact during its second season. We've seen a noticeable increase in foot traffic, which we can directly attribute to the tailored campaigns and promotions sent to our email list. Whether it's announcing new inventory, seasonal specials, or events, Constant Contact has allowed us to create exciting campaigns that speak to our audience's needs. The results have been clear — more visitors coming in, more sales being made, and a stronger presence in the local market. It’s been rewarding to see how effective these campaigns have been in driving people through our garden center.

Overall, Constant Contact has helped us fine-tune our marketing strategy in ways that we never imagined. It's given us the ability to nurture leads and stay in front of our customers, which has not only led to an increase in sales but also strengthened our brand as a trusted local business. With its easy-to-use platform and powerful tools, Constant Contact has become an essential part of how we market Taussig Landscape and The Garden Center, and we look forward to continuing to use it to build on our success in the future.

[MeganSetter]

Constant Contact has been an exceptional tool for TEKLYNX, a global leader in barcode label design software and label management solutions. Our mission is to help companies barcode better with top-tier labeling software and unmatched customer support. With Constant Contact as a key tool in our marketing strategy, we’ve transformed how we engage with end users across more than 20 different industries.

One of the standout benefits of Constant Contact is its ability to do so much more than simply send emails. It empowers us to segment and personalize our messaging to deliver the most relevant content to our diverse customer base. Whether we're addressing manufacturers, retailers, healthcare providers, or other industry professionals, Constant Contact enables us to craft tailored campaigns that resonate deeply with each audience.

Automation has been another critical factor in our success. Constant Contact streamlines repetitive tasks, allowing us to focus on delivering value and strengthening relationships with our customers. For example, automated follow-up emails ensure that no lead or opportunity falls through the cracks, while analytics provide actionable insights to continuously improve our campaigns.

By leveraging these features, we’ve enhanced our ability to inform, educate, and support our customers effectively. Constant Contact has helped us strengthen engagement, increase customer satisfaction, and build trust—essential elements in helping businesses achieve better labeling outcomes.

From personalized recommendations to industry-specific updates, Constant Contact ensures that every interaction counts, helping TEKLYNX maintain its position as a trusted partner in labeling solutions.

[user765148]

This year, Project Safeguard has undergone some major changes, challenges and successes. 

2024 was our 40th anniversary as an organization and we hosted our first ever gala/fundraising event. We utilized Constant Contact more this year than ever to gather all of our connections in one place and reach them more intently than ever before. For being our first ever year hosting an event such as this, we were able to invite over 150 guests and raise funds that are desperately needed as we face large federal funding cuts in 2025. With the success we've had this year with our event and reaching more people than ever we're hoping to do more with our marketing and fundraising in 2025 to keep the momentum going! As a small nonprofit, capacity is always an issue but finding ways to reach our community and bring them in closer through different marketing strategies has been a game changer for our work this year.