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Best Practices for Running a Pet-Themed Promotion

When running a pet-themed promotion, you are tapping into a deeply emotional space. For many, pets are family members, and the stakes for health and safety are much higher than a standard giveaway. Here are the essential do’s and don’ts for a successful and ethical pet promotion: The Do’s: Focusing on Health and Safety DO prioritize safety standards. Ensure any physical prizes (toys, treats, or gear) meet rigorous safety certifications. Avoid

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April 30, 2026

Everybody’s Using Social for Everything! But Are They Really?!?

There’s basically no such thing as doing any type of marketing without social platforms being part of the grand plan. Their reach is undeniable. While social platforms are an integral part of today’s marketing landscape, each one of them has their own restrictions and rules to abide by, and they’re not always easy to figure out. Platforms such as Instagram & Facebook (Meta) specifically state that they will not provide

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April 22, 2026

Are Rules Drafted with the Help of AI Safe?

The question is… is it OK to rely on AI to draft rules, are they “safe” to use, are they “accurate,” are they “legally compliant?” I think we can agree that AI is fast and efficient. It is exciting to see your rules complete in just a few seconds – a huge windfall that you can produce a set of rules in a matter of minutes and the cost benefit

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April 21, 2026

Why Timelines Matter: The Quiet Force Behind a Successful Promotion

In the world of promotion marketing, most of the attention naturally gravitates toward the exciting elements, such as the creative/visuals, the prize, the social buzz, and that satisfying moment when a prize winner is confirmed. However, long before a promotion captures the public’s attention, something far less glamorous determines whether it will run smoothly or fall apart: the timeline. Timelines were never meant to steal the spotlight. In fact, they

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April 14, 2026

Creative Mother’s Day Promotion Ideas

  Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate and say “thank you” to all the moms and motherly figures in your life than with a great gift! Here are a few sweepstakes and contest ideas to help generate engagement and excitement from your consumers: Mom’s Best Recipe Instagram Sweepstakes: We all have that special dish that no one makes like Mom does. Ask people

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April 8, 2026

The Difference Between Sweepstakes and Contests

  The words “promotion,” “sweepstakes,” “contest,” and “giveaways” are sometimes used interchangeably. However, there are a few very distinct differences between sweepstakes and contests. To start, the word “promotion” can be used to describe many different marketing tactics including Sweepstakes, Contests, Instant Win Games, Continuity and Loyalty Programs. Two of the most common promotions are Sweepstakes (games of chance) and Contests (games of skill). The major difference between sweepstakes and

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May 2, 2025

What is “Consideration” in a Sweepstakes?

Account Supervisor Cheryl Thornton contributed this post on consideration. Consideration has many definitions, but when it’s included in a Game of Chance such as a Sweepstakes, the promotion could be violating federal, state and local laws and regulations governing Sweepstakes and Contests. When a promotion combines the elements of (1) prize, (2) chance and (3) consideration, it is a Lottery. All lotteries, except those which are state operated are illegal

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April 29, 2025

The Facts About Prizes Revealed

Fae Savignano, SVP, contributed this post about prizes. Research shows that more than half of all adults in the U.S. enter at least one sweepstakes every year, and this amount increases exponentially. Promoting Sweepstakes and Contests are an excellent way to engage and retain your customers and a properly structured prize offering will definitely enhance your endeavor. Let’s face it, the chance of winning an expensive and alluring prize is

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April 26, 2025

McMillion$ and the Importance of Instant Win Game Security

If you aren’t sure why instant win game security is that big of a deal, you might want to watch the new HBO docuseries called McMillion$. It details the strange, and almost unbelievable, true story of how an employee at a promotional marketing company called Simon Marketing, a former competitor of Marden-Kane’s, committed fraud in the McDonald’s Monopoly games between 1989 and 2001, bilking McDonald’s and their customers out of

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February 13, 2020

Can You Run an Instagram Stories Sweepstakes?

Clients have been asking us lately if they can run an Instagram Stories sweepstakes or contest. Here are the facts. What are Instagram Stories? Instagram Stories are a feature of Instagram that allows users to post short videos or photos of their day in a sort of “highlight reel” that disappears in 24 hours. Similar to Snapchat, you can add text or animation or effects to your posts, as well

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January 3, 2020
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Best Practices for Running a Pet-Themed Promotion

When running a pet-themed promotion, you are tapping into a deeply emotional space. For many, pets are family members, and

Read More

Everybody’s Using Social for Everything! But Are They Really?!?

There’s basically no such thing as doing any type of marketing without social platforms being part of the grand plan.

Read More

Are Rules Drafted with the Help of AI Safe?

The question is… is it OK to rely on AI to draft rules, are they “safe” to use, are they

Read More

Why Timelines Matter: The Quiet Force Behind a Successful Promotion

In the world of promotion marketing, most of the attention naturally gravitates toward the exciting elements, such as the creative/visuals,

Read More

Creative Mother’s Day Promotion Ideas

  Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate and say “thank you” to all

Read More

The Difference Between Sweepstakes and Contests

  The words “promotion,” “sweepstakes,” “contest,” and “giveaways” are sometimes used interchangeably. However, there are a few very distinct differences

Read More

What is “Consideration” in a Sweepstakes?

Account Supervisor Cheryl Thornton contributed this post on consideration. Consideration has many definitions, but when it’s included in a Game

Read More

The Facts About Prizes Revealed

Fae Savignano, SVP, contributed this post about prizes. Research shows that more than half of all adults in the U.S.

Read More

McMillion$ and the Importance of Instant Win Game Security

If you aren’t sure why instant win game security is that big of a deal, you might want to watch

Read More

Can You Run an Instagram Stories Sweepstakes?

Clients have been asking us lately if they can run an Instagram Stories sweepstakes or contest. Here are the facts.

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