Utilizing the Powers of Mobile Technologies

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We’ve all heard about the importance of utilizing mobile devices and technology as a new marketing/fundraising channel. In 2012, this will become even more imperative as evolving technologies begin to immerse the scene. Researchers have predicted mobile internet usage will outweigh desktop usage by 2014…only 2 years away! There are various facets to consider before tapping into the mysterious world of mobile. This webinar will simplify the many areas of mobile and help your organization begin on the road to “Going Mobile”.

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Utilizing the Powers of Mobile Technologies

Margaux Pagan

April 3, 2012

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Margaux Pagan Principal,

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How would you describe your organization’s effort towards

going mobile?

◦ We don’t know where to begin

◦ We have launched a mobile based campaign

◦ We are all equipped but could always learn more

Mobile devices and how their capabilities differ

The strengths and weaknesses of apps versus mobile website

Benefits of using text messaging campaigns beyond disasters/emergencies

Integrating your offline/online/social media efforts with your mobile strategy

Measuring the success of your mobile initiatives

Blackberry

Apple

Android

Blackberry

Your data tells you, you are!

ADVANTAGES • Can be created at low costs

• Speak directly to your supporters

• Integrate with social media

• Easily highlight your best content

DISADVANTAGES • Unreliable reporting

• Possible outsourced maintenance

• Limited information

• CAN’T ACCEPT DONATIONS

Condensed version of your website

◦ Home Page

◦ Stories

◦ Featured News Topics

◦ Multi-Media

◦ Social Media

Tap into a new generation of supporters

1.08 billion smartphones in use in the world

Create outbound messaging in a mobile-friendly format

Broaden your reach

Offer new avenue to receive donations

Track traffic and gifts

Great way to capture email addresses

Start building your mobile list

Integrate with your traditional channels – mail, television, online

Accept donations up to $10 (Mobile Giving Foundation)

Can’t receive donor information for future cultivation

Can’t send thank you/stewardship correspondence

$10 maximum limited for donations

Lag time of up to 60 days to receive donation from Mobile Giving Foundation

You’ve created a solid mobile strategy

You’ve built a mobile app/website

You’ve launched a text message campaign

SO NOW WHAT?

Direct Mail

Television

Website

Outbound Emails

Social Media

Donor Database

Utilize your donor database

Depend on Google Analytics or other website analytics software

for tracking

Track donations from mobile separately to generate an

accurate ROI

1) Research operating system capabilities

2) Review analytics of people reaching your website via a mobile device

3) Decide if mobile app or a mobile website will best suite your needs

4) Begin sending mobile-friendly versions of your online outbound communications

5) Is your database set up to preference “mobile donors” for future cultivation

6) Research various text messaging vendors & choose the best one for you

7) INTEGRATE!!

8) Measure your success using an online analytics software

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