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OVERVIEW

Our campaign attracts men and women to the culture of Liverpool football by inviting them to “Join the club.” Liverpool FC is a lifestyle brand.

who value the experience over the material. Its tone—conversational and approachable—welcomes all types to the brand with open arms. These tactics spark conversations, force experiences and introduce newcomers to the LFC way of life.

LIFESPANJuly 1, 2012 —August 31, 2012, in order to accommodate the team’s pre-season tour in the United States.

TARGETMen & Women, 18-35. They are worldly, open-minded and use experience—not material possessions —to enrich their lives.

OBJECTIVESOur objectives are to establish awareness of the LFC brand, build loyalty within the brand and increase merchandise sales. To achieve this, we won’t ignore Liverpool FC’s history. Rather, we will introduce Liverpool FC to the Unites States as an established brand. This will give LFCcredibility and make it more approachable.

KEY CITIESBoston, MA & Baltimore, MD

KEY MESSAGE

We reach our audience through a combination of social media strategies and guerilla tactics.

Our objective is to enrich the day to day of our target with the culture of Liverpool football. Newcomers must always feel welcome, which is why we provide platforms for conversation and experiences worth talking about.

Though they are independent thinkers, Liverpool fans will never walk alone. Therefore, our key message is to stay true to you, and to join the club of those who do the same.

SUCCESSSuccess will be determined through social media measurables, such as “likes”, “impressions” and activity on pages, and changes in merchandise sales.

CALL TO ACTIONOur call to action is clear. Join the club. Our strategy enforces this idea to the audience through the creative materials—providing a place to explore, experience and enjoy the brand alongside others who value community, teamwork, and self-expression. The “club” is an integral part of the campaign.

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Using SpringPad we hope to create a hub for all things Liverpool FC. The application allows for users to engage and interact with one another, to tag certain posts so as to separate them from the rest, and to follow and add to notebooks of interest. We believe that using SpringPad to generate a collaborative community will not only enhance the impact of Liverpool FC on the United States before the grand arrival, but will also allow for a continuining brand homebase and a place where fans can meet, greet, and share what inspires them.

LOCATIONSpringPad, online and smart phone applications

OBJECTIVETo create a place where fans can engage with one another and the Liverpool FC brand. To create an outlet of inspiration, fascination- and let’s be honest here,procrastination.

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OBJECTIVETo satisfy an everyday need with an LFC product. Integratation of the brand into the daily routine of the target.

LOCATIONConvenience stores and game stadium concession stands

“Tea and crumpets, please,” said the stereotypical Brit. “Tea from LFC, please,” said the hardcore Liverpool fan. Introducing Sweet Victory, the LFC tea that will cure any sweet tooth. Not only does LFC want you to “join the club,” but also does it want to quench your thirst. So grow a pair, take a swig, and become a little more hardcore, ya bloke!

OBJECTIVETo categorize Liverpool FC as a wel-coming, fun, and engaging brand. To create awareness of the club’s arrival in the United States.

LOCATIONFoosball tables in bars

You and your mate get into a scruff about the man of the match. As cor-dial gentlemen, you know better than to roughhouse in public. Therefore, you look for another way to settle the tension. Alas! The LFC foosball table appears in the distance like a VW Bug at a monster truck rally. You notice the crisp LFC players and their contrast to the opposing motley crew. As you play, you become immersed in the roar of the crowd. You engage with the brand in a non-invasive way and build your loyalties to the men in red.

EXTENSIONS We could build a life-sized foosball table, and have people sign up to participate. This would allow players to engage in the culture of LFC, joining the club of fans who share their passion for community, teamwork and new experiences.

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OBJECTIVETo engage interested target members with the Liverpool FC brand. To allow for a different type of interaction- one both physical and entertaining.

LOCATIONBus stops

It’s been a long day at work; you and your pal have taken off your heels, switched to your flats and wait for the bus to take you home. As you lean back on the bench, you notice you’re not in a regular bus stop. The fabric mesh that surrounds you mimics the texture of a soccer goal, and you see a glistening LFC jersey waiting to be worn. As your friend snaps a picture, you upload your new look to the web—joining the thousands of fans worldwide who live on the wings of the Liver bird.

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You’re across the street from the pub, on your way to view the next LFC game, but you’ve got to wait for the walk signal. As you reach for the button, you notice a liver bird graphic on the sign. Your curiosity is piqued. The signal changes and you begin to walk. With your first steps, you hear in an at first unrecognizable accent, “An’ he starts across the pitch, in ripped jeans and a cotton reproduction jersey, PAST THE DEFENSE-MEN, he’s on the move, to the right now, AND TO THE LEFT OH WHAT A MOVE, he lines up now, sets…AND HE SCORES PAST THE KEEPER. THE CROWD GOES WILD (You’ll never walk alone fades in the background).” You reach the pub a seasoned football player, and embedded in the culture

LOCATIONCrosswalks in Boston, MA and Baltimore, MD

OBJECTIVETo increase awareness of the Liverpool FC team, yet to do so without interrupting the daily activities of our target market.

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OBJECTIVETo reinforce the idea of “joining the club” using iconic images placed on the buses of both the Liverpool FC club and public transportation in Boston and Baltimore.

LOCATIONBuses in Boston, MA and Baltimore, MD

We plan on re-wrapping the Liverpool FC’s bus. The new design will retain the brands iconic logo, slogan and color palate, but will use the Liver bird to illus-trate the idea of “Join the club.” From the front of the bus moving back, the Liver bird will become less sparse, overlap-ping until the entire aft end is white. This shows that we are all our own Liver bird, but when united by LFC, we never walk alone.

EXTENSIONSTo show how the LFC brand is a world-brand, we plan on placing similarly wrapped busses in Boston and Baltimore (cities that LFC will play in this sum-mer). This will spike awareness for the event and the brand.

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YOU’LL NEVER WALK ALONE

LFC TOUR 2012

North America

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What if you went out for a day of shop-ping and leisure, and found yourself smack dab in the middle of Liverpool? As you walked down the Bold Street double, you’d pass street merchants, hear “scouse” accents and practically smell the water lapping along the outskirts of the century old port city. Liverpool Football Club flags would dominate the streets, and experien-tial attractions would allow you to engage with the brand. The best part? You get to experience the LFC lifestyle—previously a world away—without having to pack a bag.

OBJECTIVETo immerse consumers in the culture of Liverpool football in an organic, exciting and inviting way.

LOCATIONPopular streets in Boston, MA and Baltimore, MD

EXTENSIONS Penalty Kick KiosksSoccer Equipment Donation Bins Dedicated viewing stations for LFC games Chances to win tickets or merchandise