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Abstract

The 110-year-old brand Stanley was founded by William Stanley Jr who patented his steel vacuum bottles in 1913. The bottles transformed the way people enjoyed their beverages. Over the years, the Stanley brand came up with quality products designed in tune with the rapidly changing consumer preferences. In 2020, leadership changed at Stanley and Terence Reilly (Reilly) joined the company as the President. Upon taking charge, Reilly joined hands with 'The Buy Guide' and developed a new kind of influencer opportunity which turned around the destiny of the brand. Stanley was also able to create a robust social media buzz on TikTok lauding the benefits of Quencher which further fuelled the sales of the brand. However, Stanley faced stiff competition from various players like Nalgene, CamelBak, S'well and Hydro Flask in the market. Amidst this scenario, would Stanley be able to maintain its position in the fast-changing world using influencer marketing in the coming times?

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.

Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 2024.

Geographical setting

Region:
World/global
Country:
United States

Featured company

Pacific Market International, LLC
Employees:
201-500
Type:
Privately held
Industry:
Retail/consumer goods

Featured protagonist

  • Matt Navarro (male), Senior Vice President

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Abstract

The 110-year-old brand Stanley was founded by William Stanley Jr who patented his steel vacuum bottles in 1913. The bottles transformed the way people enjoyed their beverages. Over the years, the Stanley brand came up with quality products designed in tune with the rapidly changing consumer preferences. In 2020, leadership changed at Stanley and Terence Reilly (Reilly) joined the company as the President. Upon taking charge, Reilly joined hands with 'The Buy Guide' and developed a new kind of influencer opportunity which turned around the destiny of the brand. Stanley was also able to create a robust social media buzz on TikTok lauding the benefits of Quencher which further fuelled the sales of the brand. However, Stanley faced stiff competition from various players like Nalgene, CamelBak, S'well and Hydro Flask in the market. Amidst this scenario, would Stanley be able to maintain its position in the fast-changing world using influencer marketing in the coming times?

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.

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Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 2024.

Geographical setting

Region:
World/global
Country:
United States

Featured company

Pacific Market International, LLC
Employees:
201-500
Type:
Privately held
Industry:
Retail/consumer goods

Featured protagonist

  • Matt Navarro (male), Senior Vice President

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