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IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA) has announced the integration of IZZY, its AI assistant for influencer marketing, into the IZEA Flex platform. IZZY combines IZEA's BrandGraph and IZEA Flow with a large language model to provide data-driven insights for influencer marketing campaigns. The AI assistant offers detailed influencer profiles, audience analytics, and strategic recommendations based on historical performance data.

IZZY aims to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in influencer marketing by providing instant insights, helping marketers identify the right influencers and develop campaign strategies. It also offers intelligent predictions with clear rationale, enabling informed decision-making. IZEA's CEO, Ted Murphy, emphasizes that IZZY represents a significant upgrade for Flex subscribers, leveraging nearly two decades of data-driven insights. New users can explore IZEA Flex and IZZY with a 10-day free trial.

IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA) has released its 2024 China edition of the 'Trust in Influencer Marketing' report, revealing significant insights into Chinese consumer behavior and the effectiveness of influencer marketing. Key findings include:

- 85% of Chinese consumers have made purchases based on influencer content
- 80% prefer influencer content over traditional ads
- 92% have used social media shopping features
- 49% trust influencer sponsored posts more than celebrity endorsements
- 80% of 18-29 year-olds follow AI influencers

The report highlights the growing importance of influencer marketing and social shopping in China, with consumers spending an average of 7 hours daily on social media. These trends present significant opportunities for marketers and influencers in the Chinese market.

IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA) has released a research report titled 'Influencers & The 2024 Election', revealing significant insights into the impact of social media influencers on political opinions and engagement. Key findings include:

- 46% of social media users aged 18-60 have changed their political opinions due to influencer content
- 82% of influencers plan to share political views online during the 2024 U.S. election
- 52% of social media users believe influencers have a responsibility for political advocacy
- 87% of influencers plan to encourage voter registration and participation

The report highlights the growing influence of social media personalities on political discourse, with 92% of influencers believing their views can sway followers. IZEA CEO Ted Murphy emphasizes the importance of responsible and accurate information sharing given this impact.

IZEA Flex, the flagship influencer marketing platform of IZEA Worldwide (NASDAQ: IZEA), has been named the Best Influencer Marketing Platform in the 2024 MarTech Breakthrough Awards. This prestigious recognition highlights IZEA's commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions for the Creator Economy.

IZEA Flex offers an all-in-one solution for managing influencer marketing campaigns, including features such as influencer discovery, contract management, negotiation tools, payment handling, and performance tracking. The platform stands out with its AI-powered tools, Dynamic Content Requests, and the innovative Flex Budget Suite for real-time campaign expenditure visibility.

This award underscores IZEA's role in revolutionizing brand engagement and driving growth across the creator ecosystem, especially as research shows that social media influencers reach at least 83% of respondents aged 18-60. New users can experience IZEA Flex with a 10-day free trial at izea.com/flex.

IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), a leading provider in the Creator Economy, has appointed Justin Teo as its new Country Manager for China operations. Based in Shanghai, Teo brings over 20 years of marketing leadership experience, previously serving as Chief Digital Officer at Edelman and VMLY&R Commerce. His expertise in retail and MarTech, along with a proven track record in executing go-to-market strategies in China, positions him as a valuable asset to IZEA's team.

Ross Yellowlees, IZEA's General Manager of Emerging Markets, expressed enthusiasm about Teo's appointment, highlighting the potential for growth and innovation in IZEA's local operations, which have shown strong year-over-year growth. Ryan Schram, IZEA President and COO, emphasized Teo's important role in elevating IZEA's current operations in China to the next level.

IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA) reported Q2 2024 financial results with total revenue decreasing 14.9% to $9.1 million compared to Q2 2023. Managed Services revenue declined 16.6% to $8.9 million, while SaaS Services revenue grew 244.3% to $0.2 million. The company reported a net loss of $2.2 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $(1.6) million.

Despite the overall revenue decrease, IZEA saw record Managed Services bookings of $10.3 million, up from $7.3 million in Q2 2023. Excluding a non-recurring customer, Managed Services revenue grew 21.7% year-over-year. The company ended Q2 with a record number of active SaaS customers and expects year-over-year growth in coming quarters. IZEA's cash and investments totaled $56.5 million with no long-term debt.

IZEA Worldwide, a leader in the Creator Economy, has been honored with three Stevie® Awards for Great Employers in 2024. The company received a Gold award for Achievement in Managing a Remote Workplace, while CEO Ted Murphy and Senior Director of People Operations Kaila Kowalski were recognized individually. This marks the second consecutive year IZEA has won these accolades, highlighting their consistent excellence in remote work management and leadership.

Murphy emphasized the awards as a testament to IZEA's positive work culture and effective remote workplace management. Kowalski expressed pride in the team's dedication to creating an environment where everyone can excel. The Stevie® Awards, globally recognized for celebrating organizational and professional achievements, will host an awards ceremony in New York City in September.

IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), a leading provider of technology, data, and services for the Creator Economy, has announced its Q2 2024 earnings results conference call. The call is scheduled for August 14, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. Key executives, including CEO Ted Murphy, President and COO Ryan Schram, and CFO Peter Biere, will host the call, which will be followed by a Q&A session.

Investors can join the call using the toll-free number 1-877-407-4018 or the international number 1-201-689-8471. A replay of the call will be available for approximately one week, ending on August 21, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. EDT. The replay can be accessed using the toll-free number 1-844-512-2921 or the international number 1-412-317-6671, with the replay pin 13747862.

IZEA Worldwide and its Australian subsidiary Hoozu have released the 2024 Australia edition of the 'Trust in Influencer Marketing' report. Key findings include:

- 46% of Australians have purchased products promoted by influencers
- 59% trust influencers' sponsored posts more than celebrities'
- 53% prefer influencer-created content over professional marketing
- 70% of 18-29 year-olds have bought products used by influencers
- 54% of 18-29 year-olds have purchased directly from social media apps

The report highlights the growing impact of influencer marketing in Australia, especially among younger demographics. It also reveals insights on social media usage, platform preferences, and the effectiveness of influencer marketing compared to traditional advertising methods.