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I was delighted to attend the ShelfLife C-Store Awards yesterday at the Royal Marine Hotel. The event was hosted by the returning master of ceremonies, Marty Whelan, and I had the pleasure (and a bit of star-struck excitement!) of sitting beside him during dinner. The 2024 awards brought together over 380 guests from across the retail industry to celebrate the incredible achievements of the sector. It was wonderful to see all the winners being recognised, including Applegreen, a company I worked with many years ago and hold very fond memories of. It was a great surprise to bump into @KeithEnnis Head of Retail Operations, and @SiobhanGrimes, Retail Operations Manager for Gala Retail Services. I also had the honour of sitting next to Vincent Jennings, CEO and client, who was deservedly awarded C-Store Convenience Champion 2024—a huge congratulations to him! A heartfelt thanks to @JohnMacDonald Publisher of ShelfLife, for the kind invitation and to everyone who made the evening so special. Congratulations again to all the winners! 🎉

Happy Halloween from Kola Digital! Today, we’re embracing a bit of festive magic and creativity to inspire our work. Here’s to a day filled with treats, a sprinkle of strategy, and a little Halloween fun. Wishing you a successful and enjoyable Halloween! 🍬✨ #Halloween2024 #KolaDigital #MarketingMagic #DigitalCreativity

October's Social Media Innovations: What's New and How It Impacts You! 🚀 This month, social media giants are innovating to keep audiences engaged and brands reaching new heights. Here’s what’s buzzing: 1️⃣ YouTube's New Mini-Player: Now, mobile users can browse for their next video while still watching, enhancing engagement across content! Plus, new playlist voting systems are on the horizon, allowing audiences to help shape content ranking. Imagine the possibilities for community-led content! 📈 2️⃣ Instagram's Best Practice Dashboard: Content creators can now access a robust tool for deeper insights into engagement, reach, and monetization strategies. This update aims to help you make each post perform better than the last. 📊 3️⃣ Facebook Group AI Chat: Facebook is rolling out an AI-powered search for Group pages, allowing members to ask questions and receive relevant links within the group—ideal for boosting community interaction! 🤖 Want to stay updated and use these trends to boost engagement? Let’s connect! #SocialMediaUpdates #DigitalTrends #KolaDigital

The Power of SEO in a Gemini-Powered Landscape 💡 As Gemini AI becomes a key player in digital marketing, it’s easy to assume that traditional SEO might be taking a backseat. But in reality, SEO remains a crucial tool—especially in a world where AI is driving search results. Here’s how SEO supports Gemini-driven outcomes: 1️⃣ Keyword Alignment for Relevance: SEO optimises your site with keywords that Gemini AI identifies as high-value, improving your visibility where it matters most. 2️⃣ Content Structure for User Engagement: SEO-friendly content, such as optimised headers and meta descriptions, helps Gemini better understand and rank your content, ensuring it reaches the right audience. 3️⃣ Real-Time Strategy Adaptation: SEO supports Gemini’s data-driven insights, allowing your strategy to shift in real-time based on performance metrics and user behaviours. 👉 Interested in seeing how SEO and Gemini can enhance your digital approach? Reach out to us today! #SEO #GeminiAI #KolaDigital #DigitalStrategy #AIinMarketing

10 Must-Have Elements for Your Google Ads Campaign 💼 Launching a Google Ads campaign? Here's a checklist to ensure your success: 1️⃣ Define your goals 2️⃣ Identify your target audience 3️⃣ Choose relevant keywords 4️⃣ Craft engaging ad copy 5️⃣ Optimise landing pages for conversions 6️⃣ Set an appropriate budget 7️⃣ Track and analyse results 8️⃣ Conduct A/B testing 9️⃣ Use ad extensions for added value 🔟 Monitor and improve your Quality Score 👉 Need help managing your campaign? Reach out to Kola Digital! https://lnkd.in/eSgMJ4cK #GoogleAds #PPCStrategy #DigitalMarketing #KolaDigital

How to Determine if Your Business Strategy is Successful 📊 Implementing a strategy is just one step. Measuring its impact is crucial to ensure it’s working for your business. Here are some effective ways to measure success: 1️⃣ Set clear, measurable goals and regularly track your progress against them. 2️⃣ Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as customer acquisition, sales, or web traffic. 3️⃣ Gather customer feedback to understand how your audience is responding. 4️⃣ Assess the ROI to ensure your efforts are driving profits. 5️⃣ Iterate and adjust based on the data you collect. 👉 Looking to measure and improve your strategy’s effectiveness? Book a consultation today! https://lnkd.in/e45zS4uG #StrategySuccess #KPITracking #ROI #KolaDigital #BusinessImprovement

What Does Website Optimisation Involve? 💻 Optimising a website means improving key areas to boost performance and rankings. This process includes: 1️⃣ Enhancing loading speeds for better user retention. 2️⃣ Making sure the site is mobile-responsive. 3️⃣ Implementing SEO strategies to improve visibility. 4️⃣ Updating content to engage your audience. 5️⃣ Improving the overall user experience to ensure seamless navigation. 👉 Looking to optimise your site? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/emaY2CqQ #WebsiteOptimisation #WebDevelopment #SEO #KolaDigital

Celebrating National Women’s Enterprise Day in Kildare! 🤷♀   A huge thank you to the fantastic team at the Local Enterprise Office Kildare for organising such a brilliant event themed "Girls Just Wanna Have Funds." with Network Kildare. It was a great evening, beautifully MC’d by the ever-inspiring Susan Hayes, "The Positive Economist." She captivated us with her journey, success, and thought-provoking questions for the guest speakers, Chupi Sweetman (Founder of Chupi) and Denise McQuaid (Investment Director at Awaken Angels), who both shared their incredible stories.   We were also treated to insights from two more amazing women—Erica Hargaden, Founder of Babogue, and Magda Seymour, Founder of Pure Oskar. Their stories of building successful businesses were nothing short of inspirational. Claire Dunleavy, Senior Enterprise Development Officer, also added her passion and expertise, reminding us that LEO’s door is always open for support and guidance.   It was a pleasure to catch up with so many enterprising women from Kildare over an evening filled with conversation, goodies, and a little prosecco!   I attended the event with my “partner in crime,” Louise Rawlins, a creative and driven mumpreneur. We met years ago at a women in business event, and our bond has only grown stronger since. Louise is a powerhouse, successfully running her own business while preparing to launch another—Castlestone Holiday Homes, a stunning development near Naas featuring homes built from 230 year-old farm barns. Her vision and energy are always inspiring!   Here’s to all the hardworking women carving their own paths and managing their businesses with passion and resilience.   And finally, a personal note: a shout-out to my mother an enterprising woman who's enterprise was to run the family home in the ‘80s and ‘90s. I still don’t know how she did it. Seven months have passed, and there’s not a day I don’t think of her—often 100 times a day. She shaped me into the woman I am today and gave me every opportunity to be where I am, for which I am eternally grateful.   Miss you, Mam.   #Nwed #nwed24 #girlsjustwannahavefunds #womeninbusiness #nationalwomensenterpriseday #marketing #marketingagency Network Ireland Kildare Local Enterprise Office Kildare

Building a Digital Platform for Arona IT Solutions 🖥️ Kola Digital collaborated with Arona IT Solutions to deliver a dynamic website designed to reflect their industry expertise and customer-centric IT services. The project involved creating a sleek, intuitive website that offers seamless navigation, enabling businesses to easily discover Arona’s range of IT services and solutions. This platform ensures that clients can quickly access the information they need, making the site a valuable asset for their digital strategy. 👉 See the full project here: https://lnkd.in/gj5vefxR #WebDevelopment #ITSolutions #BusinessGrowth #KolaDigital

10 Must-Have Elements for Your Google Ads Campaign 💼 Launching a Google Ads campaign? Here's a checklist to ensure your success: 1️⃣ Define your goals 2️⃣ Identify your target audience 3️⃣ Choose relevant keywords 4️⃣ Craft engaging ad copy 5️⃣ Optimise landing pages for conversions 6️⃣ Set an appropriate budget 7️⃣ Track and analyse results 8️⃣ Conduct A/B testing 9️⃣ Use ad extensions for added value 🔟 Monitor and improve your Quality Score 👉 Need help managing your campaign? Reach out to Kola Digital! https://lnkd.in/eSgMJ4cK #GoogleAds #PPCStrategy #DigitalMarketing #KolaDigital