Publications Case Studies
Real strategies from leading publications using contests to grow audiences, increase engagement, and build loyal communities.
Foundr Magazine Builds 85K Entrepreneur Community
Challenge
Converting social media followers into engaged email subscribers and building deeper community among aspiring entrepreneurs
Solution
12-week business challenge contest with mentorship prizes and exclusive entrepreneur networking opportunities
Results
- ✓85,000 new email subscribers in 12 weeks
- ✓320% increase in newsletter engagement
- ✓150,000 new social media followers across platforms
- ✓45% increase in premium content subscriptions
- ✓280% boost in webinar attendance

Amped Asia Grows Cultural Community by 195%
Challenge
Building authentic engagement around Asian culture and connecting diaspora communities across different countries
Solution
Cultural heritage photo contest with community voting and local business partnerships across Asian cities
Results
- ✓125,000 contest participants across 15 countries
- ✓195% increase in active community engagement
- ✓89,000 user-generated cultural content pieces
- ✓340% growth in regional event attendance
- ✓78% increase in local business partnerships

Hyperlush Magazine Achieves 420% Revenue Growth
Challenge
Monetizing high-end content while maintaining exclusive brand positioning and attracting luxury brand partnerships
Solution
Exclusive luxury experience giveaway with high-end brand collaborations and VIP membership tiers
Results
- ✓420% increase in premium subscription revenue
- ✓67,000 new qualified luxury market subscribers
- ✓185% boost in average session duration
- ✓15 new luxury brand partnerships secured
- ✓290% increase in advertiser revenue per impression

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