How SodaStream turnedloyal drinkers intorevenue drivers
SodaStream turned its biggest fans into key revenue drivers, boosting acquisition and increasing lifetime value in a crowded market.
2x
Referred customers spend double in their first six months
57%
Higher AOV for referred customers
200%
More revenue generated by referrers
22k+
New referrers
Growing a customer base in a crowded market
In a busy beverage market, SodaStream recognised the importance of expanding its customer base while looking after its existing fans.
It needed to increase trust, repeat purchases and average order value, while facing fierce competition from other big brands.
2x
spend from referred customers in their first six months
57%
higher AOV for referred customers
The challenge
SodaStream faced fierce competition. It needed to:
- Increase trust in the brand
- Drive more repeat purchases
- Grow average order value
It needed a way to turn loyal drinkers into a channel that brings in higher-value customers.
200%
more revenue generated by referrers
22k+
new referrers
The solution: targeted referral across 11 markets
In 2018, SodaStream partnered with Mention Me to launch targeted referral campaigns, eventually across 11 global markets, rewarding loyal drinkers for sharing their love of the brand.
Mention Me helped SodaStream identify and engage high-quality customers, using trust-based referrals to drive higher-value transactions.
The approach included:
- Targeted referral campaigns rolled out across 11 global markets
- Incentives for loyal drinkers who share the brand with friends
- An ongoing testing and optimisation plan
Results: turning word of mouth intomeasurable growth
SodaStream's referral programme delivered strong, measurable results:
1
Over 22,000 new referrers
2
Referred customers spend twice as much in their first six months
3
57% higher AOV for referred customers
4
Active referrers drove 200% more revenue on average
Higher-value transactions from customers who arrive through the people they trust.
What's next for SodaStream
SodaStream is continuously looking to improve these numbers through an ongoing testing and optimisation plan.
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