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IZEA Worldwide, Inc. reports developments in influencer marketing and creator-economy services for marketers. The company provides creator agency services, creator technologies, and marketplace functions that connect brands with creators for custom content, social distribution, campaign workflow, analytics, targeting, bidding, and payment processing.
Recurring IZEA news covers earnings calls and operating results, Managed Services bookings, enterprise account activity, technology enhancements, and platform launches such as ZED, its AI-infused creator economy marketing operations platform. Updates also address campaign execution across creators and social channels, cost structure, and cash resources.
IZEA Worldwide recently released a report titled Trust in Influencer Marketing, revealing significant consumer insights regarding influencer marketing. The research indicates that 62% of social media users trust influencers more than celebrities. Key findings include that 36% of respondents consider influencer posts as the best way to try new products, and 46% have purchased products promoted by influencers. The report highlights a booming return on investment in influencer marketing, with an estimated 33.6% growth in spending expected in 2021, surpassing traditional media ad spend growth.
IZEA Canada, Inc., a subsidiary of IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), announced the appointment of Mike Libis as General Manager, Canada, to enhance its presence in the Canadian influencer marketing landscape. Libis, with over 15 years of experience in the Creator Economy, will lead a team focusing on new market opportunities. His previous roles include senior positions at Native Instruments and #paid. IZEA has been a significant player in Canada since 2015, partnering with major brands. President Ryan Schram expressed optimism about Libis’s potential to drive growth.
IZEA Worldwide, a leader in influencer marketing technology, has reported a record-breaking first quarter for Managed Services bookings, exceeding $10 million—up over 50% from $6.4 million in Q1 2021. The company attributes this growth to new contracts and expansions with existing clients, continuing a trend of increasing sales momentum. Despite global challenges, IZEA has not felt significant impacts from geopolitical issues and anticipates exceeding the projected 12% growth in influencer marketing spending this year.
IZEA Worldwide expands its influence by entering the Chinese market, aiming to connect Chinese companies with North American audiences. Led by Zhifu Yan, a veteran from Alibaba, this initiative is part of IZEA's strategic plan to enhance its global presence. With Chinese firms increasingly investing in influencer marketing, IZEA will leverage local expertise and existing infrastructure to drive growth. Notably, 75% of new Amazon sellers in 2021 hailed from China, signaling a key opportunity for IZEA's services in this market.
IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA) has scheduled its conference call for March 30, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. EDT to discuss its fourth quarter and full-year 2021 financial results. CEO Ted Murphy, COO Ryan Schram, and CFO Peter Biere will present, followed by a Q&A session. Participants can join via a toll-free number, with a replay available until April 6, 2022. IZEA, a leader in influencer marketing technology, has facilitated nearly 4 million transactions since its inception, demonstrating its role in the growing Creator Economy.
IZEA Worldwide has expanded its BrandGraph® platform to include over 40 new cryptocurrencies, bringing the total tracked to more than 60. This enhancement allows marketers to analyze share of voice, content reach, engagement, and content ranking across various cryptocurrencies. Notably, Bitcoin accounts for 68.44% of crypto discussions over the past year. CEO Ted Murphy highlighted the importance of these insights as brands prepare for wider cryptocurrency adoption. The platform now supports additional features such as audience demographics and content themes, empowering marketers to engage with the evolving cryptocurrency landscape.
IZEA Worldwide has expanded its BrandGraph platform by adding over 100 NFT collections, enhancing marketers’ ability to strategize in the metaverse. This tool allows for analysis of key metrics such as engagement rates and audience demographics, drawing on data from 1.3 billion content pieces across 16 million influencers. The NFT market is viewed as a prime opportunity for brands to engage with customers and co-create value. According to a survey, 72% of influencers are already monetizing within this space, indicating a growing trend for brands to explore NFTs.
IZEA Worldwide, a leader in influencer marketing technology, released its research report titled “Influencing Crypto,” revealing the pivotal role of social media influencers in the adoption of digital assets. The study, conducted with 1,034 U.S. internet users, highlights that 36% of influencers own NFTs and 64% own cryptocurrencies. Additionally, 49% prefer Bitcoin over fiat currency. The report underscores influencers' greater participation in the metaverse, where 56% engage compared to just 11.86% of other users, reflecting a growing trend in digital asset ownership.
IZEA Worldwide has launched MetaMod, a specialized team aimed at enhancing sponsored collaborations within virtual worlds. This initiative expands IZEA's influencer network to facilitate partnerships in popular gaming platforms and NFT marketplaces. Brands can leverage MetaMod to create metaverse experiences, distribute branded virtual objects, and co-create NFTs. The company has a history of innovating in influencer marketing since 2006 and aims to pioneer new opportunities in augmented reality and blockchain technologies as they converge in the metaverse.
IZEA Worldwide, Inc. announces the expansion of its cryptocurrency payment options, now accepting Dogecoin (DOGE), Litecoin (LTC), Shiba Inu (SHIB), and Crypto.com Coin (CRO) for influencer marketing services, alongside existing options Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). CEO Ted Murphy highlighted the demand from influencers, noting that 64% of surveyed influencers own cryptocurrency, with 50% interested in crypto payments. The move aims to cater to the preferences of its creator community and enhance brand-influencer connections.