Building Authentic Influencer Partnerships That Last

YesJulz and Hims & Hers on the power of genuine connection with brand and audience

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Recent studies show that 92% of consumers trust influencers over advertisers, and those consumers are more likely to make a purchase based on social media references. With online communities redefining how consumers form opinions, make purchases and engage with brands, how are marketers considering this unique approach to choosing the right partners? Bette Ann Fialkov, head of entertainment and culture at Hims & Hers, and entrepreneur and influencer Julz Goddard (@YesJulz) joined Brandweek to tackle this question and shed light on the broader trend.

Partnering up for success

When Goddard chooses which brands to do influencer partnerships with, she said she makes sure to work with the brands she knows and trusts and that let her be her authentic self.

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