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Getting what you pay for: How Amazon’s membership fee retains customer loyalty

Service Untitled

In fact, according to Brand Key, a loyalty consulting agency, Amazon’s ratings dropped from 93% to 83% two days following the hike. “Based on immediate Prime member reactions, they may have underestimated the negative effects of the increase,” stated Brand Key.

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Loyalty Coalitions V3.0: greater benefits for consumers and brands

Currency Alliance

Even though Plenti failed[i], Amex’s effort showed belief in the coalition model by one of the biggest names in reward programs. Powerful consumer brands, meanwhile, are building their own coalitions. The “Marriott More” program allows its members to earn and redeem points on everyday retail purchases[iii]. Trust issues.

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Brand Move Roundup – June 15, 2020

C Space

The Brand Move Roundup – June 15, 2020. We’re tracking the notable brand moves & highlighting the companies who are tackling this challenge successfully. Sixteen weeks ago, when the gravity of the situation became clear, we started daily reporting on how brands were dealing with the COVID-19 crisis.

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