Campaign, Strategy & Advertising | Product

Oliver Footwear Advertising Campaign

In 2024, Upstride Agency was engaged by Honeywell to develop and execute a national marketing campaign for Oliver, a leading Australian work boot manufacturer.

This project marked Oliver’s first national marketing effort, aimed at elevating brand presence and driving engagement across the construction and mining sectors.

WHAT WE DID

Upstride’s strategy was built on deep market insights and targeted research. We conducted extensive qualitative and quantitative research to shape a campaign that would resonate with Oliver’s target audience.

Insights Report Development

Market Research: Conducted 15 qualitative consultation interviews with workwear distributors, Oliver customers, and competitors’ workboot customers to gather detailed insights into market needs and perceptions.

Brand Research Survey: Administered a survey with 113 respondents from the construction and mining industries to capture quantitative data on brand awareness, preferences, and competitive positioning.

Key Brand Insights

Analysis: Synthesised research findings to identify key brand insights, including customer preferences, pain points, and competitive advantages.

Strategy Formation: Developed a campaign plan based on these insights, ensuring alignment with Oliver’s brand values and market opportunities.

Campaign Plan Development

Strategic Framework: Created a detailed campaign plan outlining objectives, target audiences, messaging, and channels. The plan was designed to effectively position Oliver in the national market.

Creative Development: Conceptualised creative elements that would resonate with the target audience, including digital, print, and outdoor advertising components.

Media and Channel Strategy: Identified and planned media placements and channels to maximise reach and impact across the construction and mining sectors.

Results

Upstride Agency’s work with Honeywell and Oliver in 2024 laid the groundwork for a successful national marketing campaign. Through meticulous research and strategic planning, we provided Oliver with valuable insights and a robust campaign framework to elevate its brand presence and connect with key industry audiences. This foundational work ensures that Oliver’s inaugural national campaign is poised to make a significant impact in the Australian work boot market.

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