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Here’s the worst thing a brand can be in sports sponsorships.

Whether you are a brand sponsoring a team...or a team selling inventory, we can't let our sponsors become J.A.S. Just. Another. Sign. We see this too much in sponsorship. Logo slap. Logo placement on every nook and...

3 questions to ask if your sponsorship activation is struggling

If a sponsorship activation is posted, but no fan engages with it...did it really even happen? Well, it did, mainly because you as the brand paid for it. But the return on your investment went out...

Understanding Your Admin Data with SQWAD

Whether you’re a seasoned SQWAD client or getting ready to launch your first activation, understanding your admin data can help you make strategic decisions around prizing and user engagement and ensure you meet your activation...

Saving time by scheduling games with SQWAD’s Platform

We know game day can be hectic and the last thing you want to worry about is your activation going live when it’s supposed to.  That’s why SQWAD has created a scheduling feature that allows you...

3 Questions to Ask Every Sponsor BEFORE the Partnership Begins

Every sponsorship should have a goal. Our partners are spending dollars with us to reach a business outcome. They are buying a result. But a lot of times, we fall short of understanding exactly what those...

Better Partner Offer & Coupon tracking with the SQWAD Redemption Process

Look, fans like to game the system. If you get them an offer...they will try to get more than you are offering. The usual solution: The sponsor sends you coupons and redemption codes to add to...

How To Manage Sales Pace & Momentum In Sports Sponsorships

We've all been there in sales. We have a prospect that we KNEW was a lock. We gave the pitch, asked for the business, and now are waiting on their answer. But the more we wait,...

The Ultimate Guide To QR Codes In Sports Stadiums (Based On Real Testing)

I sound old sometimes and say "Back in my day, we didn't have QR codes." when I talk about how QR codes can help drive engagement & conversion in your stadiums. At SQWAD we specialize in...

How Banking Brands Can Leverage Interactive Signage In Sports Sponsorships

For over a century, banks in America have been leveraging sports sponsorships as a means to connect with mass audiences and engage with their communities, predating the era of television. In the early days, stadium walls...

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Using Digital Scratch-Off Games In Sports To Increase Sponsorship Revenue 

Digital scratch-off games in sports are becoming more popular. It's not surprising, because we are entering the participation age of sports sponsorships. Sponsors no...

Getting Started With Digital Sports Sponsorship Assets. 0–1

This week on The Inches Podcast we dive into how to get started when tackling adding digital to your sponsorship assets. Most of the clients...

Working through Ghosts in Sports Sponsorship Sales

It's an unfortunate part of sales. Sometimes we think there is a fit, we have the prospect excited, then...GHOSTED. Radio silence, no answer to...

How To Manage Sales Pace & Momentum In Sports Sponsorships

We've all been there in sales. We have a prospect that we KNEW was a lock. We gave the pitch, asked for the business,...

Reap Rewards With Effective Sports Fan Engagement 

We as humans are hard-wired for engagement. We crave the ability to connect, feel, and vibe with others. It is how we become a...