IZEA Awarded Significant Contract with CPG Brand

Orlando, Florida, Aug. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (NASDAQ: ), the premier provider of influencer marketing technology, data, and services for the world’s leading brands and agencies, today announced it has been awarded a brand-direct, high-six-figure contract with a consumer packaged goods brand. IZEA’s Managed Services team will execute an influencer marketing campaign to drive brand awareness and encourage consumers to try products across the brand’s product line.

“Our research shows that influencer marketing is the number one way to get consumers to try new products,” said Ted Murphy, IZEA Chairman and CEO. “Collaborating with influencers is an ideal way for CPG brands to connect with their customers and prompt them to take action.”

This latest contract follows IZEA’s recent announcement of setting a record for new opportunity pipeline in Q2, with May setting an all-time record for the creation of new business opportunities.

"We're seeing the opportunities from Q2 begin to translate into both new and expanded contracts in Q3," continued Murphy. "This relationship started as a trial activation earlier this year, and we are excited to continue and grow the partnership while providing additional opportunities for creators in our network.”

To work with IZEA as either an influencer or a marketer, visit izea.com. For news and resources, follow IZEA at .

About IZEA Worldwide, Inc.

IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (“IZEA”), is a marketing technology company providing software and professional services that enable brands to collaborate and transact with the full spectrum of today’s top social influencers and content creators. The company serves as a champion for the growing Creator Economy, enabling individuals to monetize their content, creativity, and influence. IZEA launched the industry’s first-ever influencer marketing platform in 2006 and has since facilitated nearly 4 million transactions between online buyers and sellers. Leading brands and agencies partner with IZEA to increase digital engagement, diversify brand voice, scale content production, and drive a measurable return on investment.

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