How Startups Can Drive Growth and Product Innovation with Online Communities

Startups must leverage every tool at their disposal to fuel growth and stay competitive. Online communities offer a unique opportunity for SaaS companies to engage directly with customers, uncover valuable insights, and foster product innovation. Join us to explore how successful startups are using online communities to scale faster, innovate smarter, and build deeper customer relationships. From ideation to feedback loops, we'll dive into actionable strategies to harness the power of community-driven growth. Whether you're a marketer, product manager, or founder, this session will provide you with tangible ways to build and sustain a thriving online community that drives business outcomes. Leverage Online Communities for Growth: Learn how to use communities to increase customer acquisition and retention. Fuel Product Innovation: Understand how customer feedback and real-time discussions can drive product evolution and prioritisation. Build Stronger Customer Relationships: Discover strategies to foster meaningful interactions that create brand advocates. Create Feedback Loops: Learn how to set up continuous feedback systems for agile product development. Engage Communities with Purpose: Explore tactics to build an engaged and active user base that aligns with your product goals.

September 19, 2024

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6:00 am

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Francisco Opazo

Marketing Lead, ADPList

Community-led Growth Marketer, 14+ years of experience in marketing and community building. Scaling Revenue for Startups for 10+ years!

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