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IZEA Worldwide Inc (NASDAQ: IZEA) drives innovation in influencer marketing through its AI-powered platforms and SaaS solutions. This news hub provides investors and marketing professionals with essential updates about the company's strategic initiatives, financial performance, and technological advancements.
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IZEA Worldwide welcomes The Cut, a sports and entertainment marketing agency, into its Talent Partner Program, enhancing influencer marketing collaborations. The Cut represents over 90 athletes from major leagues including MLB, MLS, NBA, NCAA, and NFL, aiming to maximize their clients' potential through strategic partnerships. CEO Ted Murphy emphasized the ongoing growth of the Creator Economy, while The Cut's President Brad Cutler highlighted the synergy between their client strategies and IZEA's resources. This partnership offers enhanced sponsorship opportunities and access to exclusive marketing initiatives.
IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA) has secured three new influencer marketing contracts from a Fortune 100 media company in October. These contracts aim to enhance streaming subscription revenue and are part of an ongoing relationship that has grown into a multi-million-dollar annual commitment. This year alone, IZEA has executed over 20 campaigns for this client, focusing on high-profile entertainment franchises. Founder and CEO Ted Murphy highlighted the consistent growth in commitments, showcasing the effectiveness of IZEA's influencer campaigns.
IZEA Worldwide reported record Managed Services bookings of $11.3 million in Q3 2021, a 181% increase year-over-year compared to $4.0 million in Q3 2020. This surpasses the prior record of $11.1 million set in Q2 2021. The growth was fueled by the addition of new influencer marketing customers, including Fortune 500 brands. Management highlights substantial investments made throughout the year, enhancing sales performance. Total active software customers have doubled since September 2020, primarily driven by IZEAx Discovery.
IZEA Worldwide, Inc. has reported a significant increase in Managed Services Bookings, reaching $8.5 million in Q3 2021, a 115% growth compared to $4.0 million in Q3 2020. This quarter marks the company's best Q3 performance to date with new customer counts more than doubling and their spend tripling compared to last year. Existing customers contributed $5.2 million, accounting for 62% of total bookings. The firm emphasizes strong sales momentum and customer expansion in influencer marketing services.
IZEA Worldwide announced a contract expansion with a Fortune 100 media company, focusing on influencer marketing for an upcoming live streaming event. This mid-six-figure deal leverages IZEA's extensive influencer network to enhance online entertainment promotion. CEO Ted Murphy highlighted the significant shifts in media consumption due to COVID-19, predicting that these trends—such as increased online events—will persist. IZEA continues to foster the Creator Economy, allowing content creators to monetize their influence.
IZEA Worldwide has partnered with Multicart Solution to enhance influencer marketing effectiveness. This collaboration enables brands to gain access to sales data from influencer campaigns, optimizing the consumer purchase path. Multicart's technology allows influencers to link multiple products, offering a seamless shopping experience across platforms like TikTok and Instagram. This partnership is expected to drive engagement and increase conversions for brands while providing analytics that demonstrate return on investment.
IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA) has reported record-breaking bookings, surpassing $23.5 million in Managed Services Year to Date, marking 2021 as its best year in company history with one third of the fiscal year remaining. The total bookings for the full 2020 fiscal year were $17.3 million. The company added three new Fortune 500 customers in August, and bookings for Q3 2021 are up 50% compared to Q3 2020. Revenue from Managed Services is recognized over an average period of 9 months.
IZEA Worldwide has secured a contract as an influencer marketing partner with a Fortune 500 alcoholic beverage manufacturer, focusing on promoting a portfolio of bourbon brands through social media. This partnership is set against the backdrop of changing consumer behaviors due to COVID-19, with a shift towards online purchasing and influencer recommendations. IZEA aims to leverage its extensive experience in regulated industries and its proprietary software platform, IZEAx, to manage content creation and compliance effectively.
IZEA Worldwide has secured a new contract with a Fortune 10 customer, marking its second contract award of 2021. Since becoming an approved vendor in 2017, IZEA has consistently been awarded new contracts, celebrating five years of collaboration with this retailer. Founder and CEO Ted Murphy highlighted the rigorous partner selection process that IZEA successfully navigated, emphasizing the company's commitment to quality service. IZEA has facilitated nearly 4 million transactions in the growing Creator Economy, enabling brands to enhance digital engagement and drive ROI.
IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA) has expanded its client base by adding two Fortune 500 companies, enhancing its influencer marketing capabilities. The new clients include a food wholesaler as a software customer and an entertainment company for managed services. The firm reported an all-time high in SaaS licensing customer count for Q2 and exceeded that number in Q3. Additionally, July 2021 marked record bookings for managed services, surpassing Q3 2020 totals. Bookings, while a key sales indicator, are not directly tied to quarterly revenue.
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