Global vs. Local – Building a Cohesive Brand Identity on a Local Level
As national and international brands across the world aim to communicate with consumers
through their social media channels, segmentation has become inevitable— especially as it
pertains to physical location. As brand pages, Twitter handles and other social channels become
increasingly segmented, big brand managers are tasked with maintaining a consistent, global
voice. But how do they tailor this voice to speak to a diverse customer base and localize the
brand? As H&R Block’s Social Media Strategist, Matthew Staub leads the tax giant’s social
media strategy for over 10,000 retail locations, implementing tailored online marketing
initiatives that speak to specific regional audiences. In this session, Matthew will reveal the best
tactics for developing and connecting with local communities; build a cohesive brand voice; and
growing a this voice across multiple social channels.
As national and international brands across the world aim to communicate with consumers
through their social media channels, segmentation has become inevitable— especially as it
pertains to physical location. As brand pages, Twitter handles and other social channels become
increasingly segmented, big brand managers are tasked with maintaining a consistent, global
voice. But how do they tailor this voice to speak to a diverse customer base and localize the
brand? As H&R Block’s Social Media Strategist, Matthew Staub leads the tax giant’s social
media strategy for over 10,000 retail locations, implementing tailored online marketing
initiatives that speak to specific regional audiences. In this session, Matthew will reveal the best
tactics for developing and connecting with local communities; build a cohesive brand voice; and
growing a this voice across multiple social channels.