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An overview of some key lessons I learned while working on sustainability at Coca-Cola
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Lessons learned working on Sustainability
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Be True to Who You Are
People will notice when you aren’t true to your nature as a brand.
Washington DC insiders told us “even on the most serious topics, don’t forget you’re Coca-Cola. We expect you to entertain while you explain.”
Every Brand Can Incorporate Sustainability….carefully
Every brand must find its unique intersection with sustainability that highlights its strengths while recognizing its weaknesses.
The sports team at Coca-Cola wanted to talk about Climate commitments through its sponsorship with NASCAR. Needless to say, they were steered to focus on recycling and NASCAR community support instead.
Sustainability Doesn’t Mean the Same Thing to Everyone Globally
However, it doesn’t mean it isn’t important to everyone.
Coca-Cola sustainability ads that scored off the charts in one part of the globe, were not as well-received in another.
Importance of Influence
Some people are more influential than others.
By focusing solely on consumer engagement, we had missed an
entire segment who deeply care about environment, community
and wellbeing and have the ability to influence others.
Employees Are a Valuable Asset
Consumer research showed that Coca-Cola employees were one of the most trusted sources of information.
And an unknowledgeable employee can be equally damaging to your story.
Cause Marketing by Corporations Should Celebrate What’s Good
NGOs recognize a proven formula for raising funds: make the consumer feel despaired/guilty and they’ll give. But many brands can’t occupy that territory without losing their essence.
The Polar Bear is one of Coca-Cola’s beloved icons. But it is also a symbol of the impact of climate change. Coca-Cola created a support fund to help WWF with its efforts in the Arctic while celebrating the positive spirit of the holidays that this icon has come to represent.
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Want to Learn More?
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713-303-2730
You can see samples of my work and thinking at
www.linkedin.com/in/lindamrogers