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Inclusive Marketing Services for CVBs2024-10-28T18:26:41+00:00

Embracing Every Voice:
Inclusive Marketing Services for CVBs

In today’s diverse world, Convention and Visitors Bureaus (CVBs) have a unique opportunity to create meaningful connections with visitors from all backgrounds. By embracing inclusivity in marketing efforts, CVBs can not only broaden their reach but also foster a sense of belonging and community among potential visitors. At Cultural Sponge, we understand that every voice matters and that a commitment to inclusivity can enrich the tourism experience for everyone.

Our tailored inclusive marketing services are designed to help CVBs authentically engage with diverse audiences, ensuring that their marketing strategies reflect the richness of the communities they represent. From conducting community surveys to developing culturally sensitive content, we provide the tools and expertise needed to create a welcoming environment for all.

Our inclusive marketing services include:

Conduct thorough assessments of existing marketing materials and strategies to identify areas for improved inclusivity and representation.

Develop and execute community surveys to gather insights on local demographics, interests, and cultural perspectives, including incentives for participation.

Analyze and segment target audiences based on diverse demographics to tailor marketing strategies that resonate with specific communities.

Produce inclusive content for websites, social media, and promotional materials that reflects the diverse cultures and communities within the region.

Deliver creative graphic design and website development services that embody inclusive principles, ensuring visually appealing and accessible materials that reflect the community’s diversity.

Provide guidance on using language and imagery that is respectful and representative of diverse communities, avoiding stereotypes and promoting inclusivity.

Collaborate with organizations to co-host or sponsor events that celebrate diversity and inclusivity, ensuring broad representation and engagement.

Create comprehensive marketing strategies that prioritize inclusivity at every level, from planning to execution and evaluation.

Offer workshops for CVB staff on inclusivity best practices, cultural competency, and effective engagement with diverse communities.

Facilitate connections with local and national organizations focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion to amplify outreach efforts.

Develop guidelines for representing diverse communities in visual marketing materials, ensuring authenticity and respect.

Create social media campaigns that highlight diverse voices and stories, fostering engagement and connection with a broader audience.

Provide recommendations for making marketing materials and events accessible to individuals with disabilities, ensuring inclusivity for all.

Establish systems for regularly collecting feedback from diverse community members on marketing efforts, allowing for ongoing improvements.

Assist in crafting brand messages that communicate a strong commitment to inclusivity and diversity, appealing to a wider audience.

Develop crisis communication plans that address inclusivity concerns and demonstrate a commitment to community engagement during challenging times.

Ready to Transform Your Marketing Efforts?

Let’s work together to build a more inclusive future for your destination! Contact us today to learn more about our inclusive marketing services and how we can help your CVB connect with diverse communities. Together, we can create marketing strategies that celebrate diversity, foster community engagement, and enhance the visitor experience. Reach out to us to get started!

“Thanks so much, Heather, for jumping right in there and getting this done with no direction from me.  That’s exactly what I needed.  It shows what a true professional you are.”

Susan M. , Small Business Owner

“You have been a true delight, Heather – and definitely added brilliance to our advertising campaign! Thank you so much for everything you do for Aunt Rita’s Foundation. We truly appreciate the support of Cultural Sponge and look forward to another year working with you! Thank you!”

Kit Kloeckl, Former Executive Director Aunt Rita's Foundation

“Cultural Sponge is great to work with. They are able to understand the overall vision of what we need and incorporate our sensibilities in a way that is tasteful and creative.”

Angela Hughey, ONE Community

“Thanks for what you did and do for Phoenix Pride and our city.”

Phil Gordon, Former Phoenix Mayor

“You (Heather) have contributed beyond expectation to the development of student knowledge and skill set in the area of Marketing. Thank you!”

Clarissa Davis Ragland, Estrella Mountain Community College, Department Head Chair

“Cultural Sponge has been an absolute pleasure to work with. It’s wonderful to have formed such a strong relationship with them, they really understand who we are as an organization and what Phoenix Pride’s message is to the public. Heather spends a great deal of time sitting in brainstorming meetings with the Pride team, she really listens to the customer and gives you exactly what you are looking for. I look forward to working with Cultural Sponge on future projects.”

Brandi Sokolosky, Former Executive Director, Phoenix Pride
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Cultural Sponge cares about important community issues and is proud to have worked with the following organizations:

Albuquerque Pride
American Heart Association
Arizona Association for Foster & Adoptive Parents
Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation
Arizona Humane Society
Aunt Rita’s Foundation/Phoenix AIDS Walk
Barrow Neurological Foundation
Brain Injury Alliance Arizona
Cancer Support Community Arizona
Compete Sports Diversity Magazine
Duet
Estrella Mountain Community College
Experience Matters AZ
Flagstaff Festival of Science
Flagstaff Pride
Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra
Fore Property
Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra
InterPride
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Let’s Get Better Together Conference
and many more!
Maricopa County
MollyTommy
Office of Mayor Greg Stanton
ONE Community
OnenTen
Phoenix Community Alliance
Phoenix HRC
Phoenix Pride
Phoenix School of Law
Pride Guide
Riverside School District
Roosevelt School District
Sante
San Carlos Apache Tribe
School Connect
SeedSpot
Sedona Fire District
Sedona Hilton Resort & Spa
Spectrum Medical Group
St. Joseph’s Foundation
Terros Health
Victim Witness Services for Coconino County
Vivre Recovery Housing
Youth & Families First
and many more!

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