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Fan Made: How to Get More Out of User-Generated Content

6 March, 09:45 AM

User-Generated Content (UGC) can be a highly effective way to build trust with new audiences and strengthen relationships with existing customers.

However, trawling through thousands of fan photos, finding those that are 'on-brand' and choosing the right place to share them is a challenge for even the savviest social media teams.

So, it's easy to see why many companies prefer to focus resources on creating their own assets, often relegating UGC to the category of 'filler content'—but they could be missing out on a huge opportunity to boost brand credibility.

In this session, MADE.com's Head of Content explains how they overcame the challenges with UGC and why they decided to put content from real fans at the heart of their communication: from editorial, to paid social and above-the-line campaigns.

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Opened my eyes to opportunities for improvement and really exposed blind spots…I feel confident I can get what I need from co-workers and senior teams to succeed in my role.

Brittany Harman
Reebok

"Excellent opportunity to network and brainstorm with peers facing similar challenges in this space!"

Heidi Richert
3M

This is an ideal opportunity to learn how others are tackling the operations in their company, be thought partners and share learnings.

Kelly Borghello
Capital One