The survey found that 62% of people in the U.K. have purchased a product after seeing it being used by an influencer, and those who make purchases based on influencer recommendations are at least 6.5 times more likely to shop on Amazon than anywhere else online. 73% of social media users are Amazon Prime members. 91% of those who make influencer-inspired purchases have made influencer-inspired purchases on Amazon. Over 45% of those ages 30-44 shop on Amazon at least once per week. 66% of 18-to-29-year-olds ...

ORLANDO, Fla., July 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), the premier provider of technology, data, and services for the Creator Economy, released the 2024 Canada edition of its research report, "Trust in Influencer Marketing," today. The report is based on consumer sentiment and examines the effectiveness of influencer marketing in terms of consumer trust and engagement. Key Insights for Influencers and Consumers 40% of respondents ages 18-29 research products/services on TikTok ...

ORLANDO, Fla., July 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), the premier provider of technology, data, and services for the Creator Economy, released the 2024 Canada edition of its research report, "Trust in Influencer Marketing," today. The report is based on consumer sentiment and examines the effectiveness of influencer marketing in terms of consumer trust and engagement. The survey found that 62% of Canadian social media users trust a post from an influencer more than one from a ...

Streamlined Contracting: Simplified processes for contracting creators to produce UGC, making it easier for brands to scale their content efforts. Efficient Management: Enhanced capabilities for managing and tagging large volumes of UGC, ensuring that brands can handle the influx of content smoothly and efficiently. Advanced Content Collection Tools: New features for collecting and organizing UGC, providing brands with a seamless way to gather content from various sources. High-Volume Payment Processing: St ...

ORLANDO, Fla., July 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), the premier provider of technology, data, and services for the Creator Economy, is excited to announce the addition of new user-generated content (UGC) features to its flagship platform, IZEA Flex. As more brands turn to UGC to enhance their social feeds, websites, marketing efforts, and product listings, IZEA is making it easier than ever to contract, manage, and collect this valuable content. Streamlined Contracting: Sim ...

ORLANDO, Fla., July 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), the premier provider of technology, data, and services for the Creator Economy, announced today its Managed Services team secured contract bookings totaling $10.3 million in the second quarter of 2024, a 40% increase from $7.3 million in the second quarter of 2023. "Managed Services reported a robust 46% year-over-year growth in the first half of the fiscal year, achieving $19.6M in net bookings compared to $13.3M during t ...

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26 Talent is renowned for its exceptional representation of top-tier influencers and creators, offering robust talent management and innovative marketing solutions. The agency will be folded under Huume, Hoozu's talent representation business. Mikhailla Fitzgerald, Founder and CEO of 26 Talent, will lead Huume, reporting directly to Natalie Giddings, CEO of Hoozu, ensuring a smooth transition and integration. Fitzgerald echoed the excitement, stating, "Joining forces with Hoozu opens up remarkable opportuni ...

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, July 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hoozu, a leading influencer marketing agency and a subsidiary of IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ:IZEA), proudly announces the acquisition of 26 Talent, a distinguished Australian talent management agency. This strategic acquisition strengthens Hoozu's capabilities and expands its footprint in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, in line with IZEA's global M&A strategy. 26 Talent is renowned for its exceptional representation of top-tier influencers and creators, ...

ORLANDO, Fla., June 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), the premier provider of technology, data, and services for the Creator Economy, today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program under which the company may repurchase up to $5 million worth of its common stock from time to time, subject to market conditions and the Company's insider trading windows. A special committee consisting of independent Board members has been formed to authoriz ...