Hownd and BBB-Pacific Southwest Are Teaming Up to Host a “Brave the Storm” Webinar on Friday, May 8th
During the global health crisis, we here at Hownd have accelerated our efforts to assist local businesses in driving immediate revenue during temporary closures and preparing for a successful reopening. As part of our Brave the Storm partnership with BBB-Pacific Southwest, we’re hosting a webinar to share best practices with you. Details: Hownd and BBB-Pacific […]
3 Ways Local Businesses Can Increase Gift Card Sales
Everybody loves a gift card. For the recipient, it’s something special to swipe or scan for a celebratory experience. For the buyer, it’s a convenient gift-giving option that doesn’t entail driving all over town or purchasing a costly product destined to be returned or exchanged. For the merchant, it’s an invaluable opportunity to generate revenue […]
The City of Tempe and Hownd Have Teamed Up to Help Local Businesses at No Cost
Disclaimer: The content below was published during the COVID-19 pandemic and is available to read as archive only. The information contained may no longer be current and may not reflect the existing standards for the Hownd platform. Please reach out to support@hownd.com for the latest details if you have any questions. Buy Now, Save Local. Now, […]
5 Key Marketing Strategies for Family Entertainment Centers During the Economic Crisis
Disclaimer: The content below is available to read as archive only. The information contained may no longer be current and may not be the existing standard for the Hownd platform. Please reach out to support@hownd.com for the latest details if you have any questions. At this very moment, it’s only human to feel mentally exhausted, overwhelmed, and […]
Hownd Creates Support Vouchers to Help Local Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
Disclaimer: The content below was published in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic and is available to read as archive only. The information contained may no longer be current and may not reflect the existing standards for the Hownd platform. Please reach out to support@hownd.com for the latest details if you have any questions. As a business […]
The Big Easy and Back: Hownd Goes to Amusement Expo International 2020
No risk-it, all biscuit—and maybe a few beignets. That’s right, the Hownd team has made the journey to New Orleans for Amusement Expo International 2020, an annual event for the coin-op and revenue-generating amusement, music, and family entertainment industry. For us, it represents a unique and invaluable experience to connect with FEC owners and operators […]
The Red, White, and Beyond—Planning Your July Marketing Calendar
Add some spark to your summer campaign strategy. You’ve already composed your out-of-office reply, taken your new flip-flops for a spin in the fresh sand, and broken in the barbecue for a new season of char-grilled burgers and dogs. Yes, we’re officially in the heat of summer, but that doesn’t mean your marketing efforts need […]
3 Ways for Family Entertainment Centers to Capitalize on Summer Break
Most students have June and July off of school, and during this time kids and their parents, guardians and babysitters are desperately looking for things to do. Here are 3 ways for your family entertainment center to capitalize on summer break and get these families coming to your center: 1. Offer “Beat The Heat” Specials […]
The Best is Yet to Come—Creating a May Marketing Calendar
Setting the stage for summer success. Acting as the bridge between spring and summer, the merry month of May never ceases to build the toe-tapping anticipation levels of everyone from students on the cusp of graduation to employees subtly cashing in their vacation hours and planning their great escape to parts unknown. For business owners, […]
From Concept to Creation—5 Simple Graphic Design Tips for Non-Designers
More by design than by accident. Not to get too graphic, but when it comes to building a brand—design is essential. So maybe art school was never really in the picture, and perhaps you have enough trouble color coordinating your clothes to even considering properly branding your business on your own, but that’s perfectly fine. […]
