The IPM is thrilled to spotlight Wall’s latest campaign, “Sing It to Win It!“—a fantastic demonstration of how brands can blend creativity, interactivity, and digital marketing to engage consumers.

This campaign builds on creative agency Activation’s earlier work, which first cooked up the “When Hunger Calls, Grab a Wall’s“ tagline. From tradespeople taking on the Wall’s Street Challenge to sausage rolls flying off shelves thanks to freebie giveaways, the tagline has already left its mark. Now, Wall’s is turning up the volume. Now, with ‘Sing It to Win It!’, the UK public is invited to perform their take on this catchy line. Participants can submit their renditions online for a chance to win £5,000, collaborate with a music producer, and have their jingle professionally recorded for a national radio ad airing next spring.

Rolling Out Big Laughs and Bigger Connections!

Wall’s expertly blends user-generated content with influencer partnerships, teaming up with On the Tools for a second year to strengthen its connection to the tradesperson community. By creating relatable, laugh-out-loud content that resonates with this audience, the campaign ensures its messaging hits home where it matters most. Key to driving the campaign’s success are sausage roll-loving influencers, who leverage their platforms to spread the word far and wide. This is further bolstered by Wall’s own social media presence and a targeted digital push on Meta and YouTube.

The campaign flips the script by inviting fans to join the action, turning a tagline into a national singalong. By encouraging people to get creative and have fun, Wall’s isn’t just selling sausage rolls—they’re turning consumers into co-creators and giving them a chance to shape the brand’s story. It’s a bold and playful move that brings Wall’s closer to its audience, turning everyday fans into the stars of the show.

This campaign stands out as a feel-good moment during challenging times. By offering a chance to win a tasty £5,000 prize, Wall’s serves up a tasty treat that will bring smiles and shares along the way. This approach brings the audience closer to the brand, creating a shared experience that’s fun, uplifting, and unifying. Think you’ve got what it takes to be Wall’s next star? Visit grabawalls.co.uk and let your voice be heard!

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Branston, renowned for bringing families together around the dinner table, is teaming up with Netflix’s animated film That Christmas to embrace the magic of Christmas. This partnership, brought to life by Activation, brings the holiday spirit directly to supermarket shelves, enhancing visibility and deepening the brand’s connection with families during one of the most important retail periods of the year.

With That Christmas set to premiere on 4 December, Branston’s in-store activations will ensure shoppers are immersed in festive joy from the moment they step in-store. Based on Richard Curtis’s beloved children’s books, the film weaves together tales of love, family, and holiday mishaps, celebrating the timeless spirit of togetherness that makes Christmas so special.

“Bringing That Christmas into the retail space allows us to connect with families in a festive, meaningful way. By integrating the film’s spirit into our promotions, we’re blending Branston’s warmth with the joy of the holiday season.”

Claire Steward, Account Director, Activation

The key objective of this campaign is to boost visibility and drive purchases during this crucial period for Branston. Launching exclusively at Sainsbury’s, the first activation features striking snow-capped point-of-sale displays and strategically placed floor stickers, guiding shoppers directly to Branston’s shelves. Shoppers can also take part in the “Win a Christmas to Remember” promotion through the Nectar loyalty program, encouraging both trial and acquisition with the incentive of a high-value reward.

This collaboration between Branston and That Christmas unites two brands with a shared focus on bringing families together. By aligning their messaging with the warmth and nostalgia of festive celebrations, both reinforce their roles as key ingredients for family gatherings.

As the season progresses, more activations will follow, including the launch of limited-edition jars, designed to elevate the in-store experience and drive excitement. Find out more about Branston and That Christmas on the Branston website.

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McDonald’s Monopoly is one of the most iconic marketing promotions in history. For 35 years and counting, this legendary promotion has had customers nationwide eagerly peeling, collecting, and hoping for their big win. Today, the UK launches the 2024 edition, offering 60 million prizes, from MINI electric cars to all-inclusive holidays. We reveal the five key secrets behind its enduring success, including immediate gratification through instant rewards, customer retention driven by collect-to-win mechanics, and a simple, nostalgic format that has woven McDonald’s Monopoly deep into the fabric of popular culture. So, let’s roll the dice, ‘pass GO,’ and unlock the winning formula behind this fan-favourite promotion!

Why Has McDonald’s Monopoly Become So Iconic?

1. Instant Wins Keep the Momentum

At the heart of this promotion is the thrill of instant gratification. The ability to win a free drink, fries, or dessert immediately keeps customers engaged. Unlike promotions that involve lengthy forms or long wait times, McDonald’s delivers rewards on the spot, perfectly aligning with the fast-food model—It’s fast food meets fast rewards.

 “There is nothing quite like that feeling of winning with the Monopoly Game at Macca’s – the surprise of finding a winning ticket, the anticipation as you wait for your prize to be revealed, and the rush of joy as you finally complete a property set or get an instant win to perk up your day.

Tobi Fukushima, National Marketing Manager for McDonald’s

2. Driving Repeat Visits

Big-ticket prizes such as cars and luxury vacations aren’t won in a single visit. The collect-to-win system requires customers to gather multiple game pieces, encouraging them to return repeatedly. This transforms McDonald’s Monopoly into a sustained event, driving foot traffic and building customer loyalty throughout the six-week campaign.

3. It’s an Event, Not Just a Promotion

For many, the return of McDonald’s Monopoly is more than just a promotion—it’s an annual event. Entire communities engage by trading game pieces, strategising on how to complete sets, and celebrating their wins on social media. Fans eagerly anticipate its return, much like other seasonal phenomena such as Black Friday or an iPhone release.

4. “Peel, Play, Repeat”

The beauty of McDonald’s Monopoly lies in its simplicity. Peeling off a sticker to reveal a prize is engaging, tactile, and addictive. Yet, this straightforward mechanic has been scaled up with billions of game pieces and hundreds of millions of prizes. Even though the chances are small, the dream of winning £100,000 or a new car keeps customers hooked. It taps into the same psychology that drives lotteries, and it works just as well here.

5. FOMO is Real

The limited-time nature of McDonald’s Monopoly leverages the powerful force of Fear of Missing Out (FOMO). Customers know that they have only a short window to collect game pieces and win prizes, which encourages frequent visits. This sense of urgency drives a peak period for sales, as no one wants to miss their chance to win big.

The Secret Sauce to McDonald’s Monopoly Success

Since its launch in 1987, McDonald’s Monopoly has established itself as one of the most engaging promotions in marketing history. Its enduring popularity stems from a winning formula of instant rewards, collect-to-win mechanics, and a simple, nostalgic format that resonates with cultural relevance and popular culture.

The “Peel, Play, Repeat” mechanic offers immediate gratification, allowing customers to win prizes like free food items instantly, which perfectly aligns with McDonald’s fast service model. The immediate rewards—such as free drinks, fries, or desserts—satisfy consumer desires for quick service and quick wins, maintaining their engagement with the brand.

A collect-to-win system adds a layer of strategy, requiring customers to gather multiple pieces to win larger prizes, transforming the promotion into an ongoing event rather than a one-time interaction. This encourages frequent return visits, reinforcing customer loyalty as participants are motivated to keep coming back for another chance to progress toward a bigger prize.

By employing a limited-time availability, the promotion taps into the powerful force of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), driving repeat visits and boosting sales during its run. With all these elements in play, what do you think is the key to its lasting success? Is it the thrill of instant rewards, the excitement of rare prizes, the FOMO effect, or perhaps the nostalgia of this legendary brand partnership? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments!

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Get ready for a summer of surprises as tpf deposits prize lockers across the UK. Typically associated with dropping-off parcels, these sleek safes allow shoppers to unlock exclusive prizes tailored to the summer of sport. Over three weekends in White City, Southampton, and Liverpool, tpf will blend digital and physical interaction to increase footfall into specific retail locations and drive brand engagement.  

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This interactive experience demonstrates the art of anticipation in brand activation. Positioned prominently at the front of John Lewis stores, the prize lockers immediately catch the eye of incoming shoppers. To participate, simply scan a QR code displayed on the prize lockers, which provides a unique entry code. Enter this code into the screen on the prize locker and the moment of reveal arrives, holding your breath to see if you win one of the prizes provided by John Lewis partner brands. This seamless build-up, infused with the possibility of winning incredible prizes, transforms a routine shop into an exhilarating rush. 

“The importance of brands interacting with their customers can’t be underestimated. To stand out from the crowd, retailers need to engage with their customers in innovative and unexpected ways. We’ve loved working with one of the UK’s most trusted brands, John Lewis, to deliver unique prize-winning competitions in their branches across the country.” 

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Maintaining brand relevance in an evolving retail landscape is crucial. By combining a physical prize locker with a digital entry process, the campaign offers a modern consumer experience. Blending the convenience of smartphone technology with the tactile pleasure of in-store shopping, this hybrid model exemplifies the next generation of promotional activities.  

The selection of prizes, provided by John Lewis partner brands, is designed to celebrate the summer of sports. With the Ooni Fyra Pizza Oven, winners can enjoy outdoor gatherings and homemade pizzas while watching their favourite sports. The Therabody massage guns are ideal for recovering from intense sports activities, while the Caudalie Oil Elixir bundle offers a luxurious remedy for self-care. This selection not only complements the sporting season, but also encourages customers to trial new products.

Through the endowment effect, shoppers participating in this activation feel a stronger sense of ownership and value toward the prizes as they interact with both digital and physical elements. This effect ensures that shoppers not only cherish their prizes but also develop a lasting bond with the brand. 

A simple yet unique scan-to-win mechanic saw prize lockers placed in prominent store locations. It was uplifting to see the delight on peoples’ faces when winning a prize. The genuine reactions exemplify the opportunity to drive true brand affinity.

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The possibility of unlocking a prize drives shoppers to John Lewis stores, boosting footfall and creating a lively shopping environment. This engagement strategy not only increases immediate sales but also reinforces John Lewis’s reputation as a premier retail destination. tpf’s prize locker demonstrates the shift towards experiential retail, combining digital convenience with in-store excitement.

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Promotional marketing agency Cat Among The Pigeons has announced the launch of a major on-pack promotional campaign for Soreen, the UK’s original malt loaf.

‘Find a golden lunchbox loaf’ launches nationally from the start of May and offers the chance to instantly win a Forest Holiday if you find 1 of 10 golden-wrapped loaves hidden inside special Soreen Lunchbox Loaf multipacks.

Soreen has long been associated with active adventures and the Forest Holidays prizes offer an action-packed escape to a choice of 12 fabulous forest locations. As well as a stay in a log cabin with hot tub, the prizes include bike hire and a Forest Ranger experience to help families make the most of the great British outdoors.

Cat Among The Pigeons created the campaign and negotiated the brand partnership with Forest Holidays. Every special Soreen Lunchbox Loaf pack also features a ‘£60 off’ Forest Holidays booking reward and there is another chance to win a Forest Holiday at www.soreenforestholidays.co.uk.

The on-pack promotion runs until the end of August in all major supermarkets and convenience stores across Malt, Banana, Apple and Strawberry Soreen Lunchbox Loaf multipacks. The promotion will be comprehensively supported by shopper marketing, display and point of sale media.

Liz Jacobs, Marketing Director at Soreen said: “Forest Holidays really is a fabulous partnership fit for us with both brands championing active adventures for all the family in the great outdoors.”

Paul McGann, founder of Cat Among The Pigeons added “we know shoppers are searching for better value and this new on-pack promotion for Soreen Lunchbox Loaves really delivers. We’re confident families across the UK will enjoy the hunt for a golden loaf this summer and can benefit from a guaranteed £60 off Forest Holidays with every promotional pack.”

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With Whole Earth once again being crowned an official partner of Team GB, Activation is offering shoppers the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games—a prize package valued at £10,000. Topped off with 245 daily prizes featuring official Team GB merchandise. The aim? To drive awareness and trial of Whole Earth Peanut Butter with new and lapsed consumers, and convey the wholesome goodness of the product, leveraging their official partnership with Team GB. Nicola Turner, Whole Earth brand controller at Ecotone UK explains:

“Peanut butter is often seen as a treat rather than an everyday food due to the misconception that it’s not good for us. We want to show that for many Team GB athletes – some of the healthiest people in the UK – Whole Earth peanut butter plays a star role in their diets due to it being full of goodness with no added sugar, and its winning nutty taste”.

The second phase of the promotion aligns with Whole Earth’s wholesome goodness essence and their love of the great outdoors, with three exclusive Active UK breaks up for grabs between July 1st to September 15th. Explore the tranquil waters of the Lake District, conquer the picturesque Dunnerdale Fells on a run, or cycle through Snowdonia’s breathtaking landscapes – perfect wholesome trips for health-conscious shoppers.

Activation doesn’t stop there. They have also curated an array of in-store concepts to breathe life across different POS shopper touch points and assist the sell-in process. To really wow retailers, they even recommended pitching a front of store Eiffel Tower installation with Team GB athletes to reinforce the official partnership.

As the campaign unfolds, shoppers are not only enticed by the allure of prizes but also inspired to embrace the spirit of sporting greatness and wholesome living with peanut butter.

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The Happy Prize Company was founded by Justine Clement over 8 years ago and they’re excited to be re-joining the IPM after so many years of earlier support. Justine was the CEO of Unmissable, one of the forerunners of the prize management agency scene and has always been a fan of our work here at the IPM in supporting brands and agencies through their many lifecycles.  

The Happy Prize Company is a prize creation and management agency that creates and manages both straightforward off-the-shelf, as well as bespoke, unforgettable concepts, for promotional marketing prizes, staff and trade rewards, travel incentives and brand partnerships. They’re also proud to be a re-certified B Corp, too. That means, where relevant, they love creating more meaningful experiences as prizes for brands and agency partners who share their values: think experiences that teach people about wellbeing, ethics, a sense of purpose and reigniting a passion for, and an understanding of, the natural world.  They wholeheartedly believe that their approach positively impacts the campaigns they are asked to work on. In the main, their offering consists of off-the-shelf, or bespoke, ATOL/ABTA bonded overseas travel experiences, UK experiences, vouchers, electronic goods, sports-themed, music-themed, and money-can’t-buy prizes.

Don’t just take our word for any of this. As one of their clients said about them “Justine and her team at The Happy Prize Company completely understand the demands of building award-winning campaigns and deliver every time. They come up with creative ideas which help to bring concepts to life and act as a true member of the team. I would recommend them every time.”

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Cat Among The Pigeons has created a major brand partnership promotion for Horlicks as part of its ongoing marketing campaign to drive trial and attract a younger audience.

The Happy Place on-pack promotional campaign offers shoppers a free three-month subscription to Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place app with every purchase of Horlicks 400g, saving almost £15. There is also the chance to win 1 of 10 Wellness Weekends.

The Happy Place app is curated by Fearne Cotton and features wellness content and videos from a host of experts across mindfulness, yoga, meditation and sleep to help you take a break during busy days.

The ‘Wellness Weekends’ for two have been created to indulge the senses and include the choice of a Yoga Retreat, a Luxury Spa Weekend, a Wellness-Inspired Glamping Break or a Delicious Foodie Break at boutique locations across the UK.

Cat Among The Pigeons designed the new promotional packs which will be rolled out in all major retailers during January and run until the end of March 2024.

The promotion is supported by a comprehensive shopper marketing campaign including digital advertising screens, in-home sampling, category aisle fins and retailer magazine to drive awareness of the on-pack offer.

Cat Among The Pigeons created a QR code and the win.horlickshappy.co.uk microsite to facilitate easy entry to the Wellness Weekend prize draws, verifying proof of purchase as well as providing a seamless journey to claim the FREE Happy Place app subscription.

Rebekha White, Brand Manager at Aimia Foods, commented, “following our successful sponsorship of Fearne Cotton’s festivals last year we are excited to take our partnership to the next level with this on-pack promotion – providing shoppers with even more ways to find their happy place!”

Paul McGann, Founder at Cat Among The Pigeons added, “shoppers are under pressure to balance the family food shop but we are confident that an added value promotion with a wellbeing ‘reward for all’ will attract new shoppers into the category and drive incremental Horlicks sales.”

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Award winning travel, prize and fulfilment agency Cloud Nine Incentives is growing its full service
offering with the appointment of Emma Coleman, Director of Events.
Joining from BCD Meetings & Events, Emma will harness her experience across multiple sectors
to drive Cloud Nine’s events division forward; an important strategic pillar for the agency.
Founder and Director Michael Chambers says, “As Cloud Nine Incentives enters its 13th year,
it’s critical we continue to innovate and deliver excellent service. Growing our events team means
we can offer a ‘one stop shop’ to clients.
I am delighted to welcome Emma to the Cloud Nine team. Her wealth of events experience and
passion for exceptional service levels will help steer the agency into its next chapter.”
With an amplified prize and promotions capability, brands will receive seamless, end to end
campaign management, with their customers at the heart of the journey.

Emma Coleman, “I am delighted to join Cloud Nine Incentives, a leader in their field working with
some fantastic brands. Their ethos of curating standout experiences alongside providing
excellent customer service aligns perfectly with my own passion for events. My role, leading the
strategy and development of the events offering, sparks a new chapter for Cloud Nine and I’m
delighted to be involved at the beginning of this exciting journey.”

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Promotional marketing agency Cat Among The Pigeons has announced the launch of a major on-pack campaign for Aunt Bessie’s, the UK’s No.1 Yorkshire pudding and roast potato brand.

‘Win Gifts’ launches nationally in October for ten weeks and is timed to support families in the build up to Christmas and the huge growth in roast dinner occasions. The on-pack promotion will feature on more than eight million packs of frozen Yorkshire Puddings and Roasties across all major supermarkets and convenience stores.

The ‘Win Gifts’ promotion has a huge prize fund, believed to be Aunt Bessie’s biggest ever. Each promotional pack features the chance to win an all-inclusive holiday with Jet2holidays every week; a Tower air fryer every day or 1 of 20,000 ‘£1 off Aunt Bessie’s’ coupons.

Cat Among The Pigeons negotiated the partnership with Jet2holidays, the UK’s favourite package holiday brand, to add even more value for families. For the price of a bag of Aunt Bessie’s Yorkshire Puddings or Roasties, every entrant can also claim £65 off their next Jet2holidays booking.

In recognition that Aunt Bessie’s Yorkshire Puddings and Roasties can now be air fried quickly the prize fund also features Tower air fryers which use less energy and time to cook a roast dinner than a conventional oven.

Cat Among The Pigeons designed the Yorkshire Pudding and Roast Potatoes promotional packs to have huge impact and stand out within the category, where display can often be hidden behind freezer doors. The promotion will also be supported by a six figure investment in shopper marketing, freezer category point of sale and social media to build further awareness and excitement.

Cat Among The Pigeons created the new microsite (AuntBessiesGifts.co.uk) to allow easy entry to the promotion. Simply scan the QR code on pack and shoppers will be directed to the site which validates purchase, showcases prizes and provides full terms and conditions.

Charlotte Vause, assistant brand manager at Aunt Bessie’s, said: “the last 12 months have been challenging for many families with growing energy costs and the cost of living crisis. We wanted to bring some excitement back to the category in the run up to Christmas and reward shoppers with added value for choosing Aunt Bessie’s for their next roast.”

Paul McGann, founder of Cat Among The Pigeons added “shoppers are increasingly looking around for better value and this new on pack range promotion certainly delivers. We know families still want to enjoy a holiday in 2024 and so these amazing prizes with Jet2holidays should really appeal. With lots of chances to win and a guaranteed reward for all entrants, we hope ‘Win Gifts’ makes shopping frozen a bit more fun this Autumn.”

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