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The Dad Factor™:How a New Generation of Dads Impacts Your Marketing to Moms
The Dad Factor
How is dad’s role changing?How is dad s role changing?
What are the implications for mom?
U.S. Dad Market Report
How can brands leverage The Dad Factor?
Changing Dads, Changing Roles
Stepping up to the changingStepping up to the changing table: 87% are changing diapers.
In the kitchen: 3 out of 10 aremaking dinner 4-5 times a week.
At Playtime: 84% of Dads say th ’ t th i b t t l tithey’re at their best at playtime or helping kids with homework.
Only 15% say they’re at theirOnly 15% say they re at their best when at work.
Changing Dads, Changing Roles
Stepping up to the changingStepping up to the changing table: 87% are changing diapers.
In the kitchen: 3 out of 10 aremaking dinner 4-5 times a week.
At Playtime: 84% of Dads say th ’ t th i b t t l tithey’re at their best at playtime or helping kids with homework.
Only 15% say they’re at theirOnly 15% say they re at their best when at work.
Changing Dads, Changing Roles
Stepping up to the changingStepping up to the changing table: 87% are changing diapers.
In the kitchen: 3 out of 10 aremaking dinner 4-5 times a week.
At Playtime: 84% of Dads say th ’ t th i b t t l tithey’re at their best at playtime or helping kids with homework.
Only 15% say they’re at theirOnly 15% say they re at their best when at work.
Changing Dads, Changing Roles
Stepping up to the changingStepping up to the changing table: 87% are changing diapers.
In the kitchen: 3 out of 10 aremaking dinner 4-5 times a week.
At Playtime: 84% of Dads say th ’ t th i b t t l tithey’re at their best at playtime or helping kids with homework.
Only 15% say they’re at theirOnly 15% say they re at their best when at work.
Dads in the Media
Dads in the Media
Dads in the Media
Dads in the Media
“The DaddyThe Daddy Package contains a nursing bottle,
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Dads in the Media
Dads in the Media
Dads in the Media
Dads in the Media
A New Parenting Partnership
Dad Factor Mom Behavior
Dad takes lead at playtime
Mom makes play purchases to foster Dad involvement
Dad prepares family meals
Mom’s grocery list includes things Dad likes to cook
Dad wants to spend more time but is busy
Mom looks for easy ways to involve Dad y
Dad has “special” rituals with kids
Mom counts on Dad to helprituals with kids on Dad to help
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The U.S. Dad Market
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Gender RolesHave Changed
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60% of Moms say their partner is an involved DadDad3
66.3 MillionDads in the US
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29 is the average age of new fathers
Gen Y is 18 29Gen Y is 18 - 29
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60% of Dads wouldGive up their job to stay
home if their partner
29 is the average age of new fathers
Gen Y is 18 29had a better offer Gen Y is 18-29
Emerging Dad Segmentationg g g
Good Provider Dad New, Involved Dad
Deadbeat Dad Weekend Dad
What Moms Say About the Dad Factor
50% M i D d “A”50%+ Moms give Dad an “A” as a parenting partner.
80% of Moms would leave the kid at home with Dad for a great job.
85% say they would buy products to encourage Dad involvement.
Mom’s Advice for Marketers
Ad imagery that wins with Moms:Ad imagery that wins with Moms:#3 Dads#2 Families#1 Sleeping Baby!
Mom’s Advice for Marketers
Ad imagery that wins with Moms:Ad imagery that wins with Moms:#3 Dads#2 Families#1 Sleeping Baby!
Moms say:Moms say:“Show us you understand.”“Don’t patronize.”“Make it easy toMake it easy to get him involved.”
The (LEGO) Dad Factor( )
LEGO Communications
EventsWebPR
Kids
Moms
ClubCommunityRetail / LEGO Retail Moms
Dads
Retail / LEGO RetailMass Ad (TV, cinema)ProductsLicensingLicensingLEGOLAND
What we know about Moms and LEGO
Research indicates LEGO moms are:Research indicates LEGO moms are:
“Providers”Value ConsciousWishlist PurchasersFocused on DEVELOPMENTFocused on DEVELOPMENT
What we know about Dads and LEGO
Research indicates LEGO dads are:Research indicates LEGO dads are:
“Playmakers”NostalgicsPurchasersFocused on FUNFocused on FUN
Which leads us to wonder…
Should we speak differently toShould we speak differently to moms and dads?Does the new dad affect how we ddaddress mom?
What is the right communication?Where does it happen?Where does it happen?Is there such a thing as dual targeting?
Three Focal Points
RetailRetailEventsPublic Relations
Retail
LocationMicromarketing by account- Moms prefer Target- Dads take kids to TRU and
research LEGO onlineMessagingg gVisuals
One message can work for bothOne message can work for both moms’ and dads’ needs in-store
Events
Hands-on, minds-on activities a ,natural showcase of LEGO brand value
O ti it k f d d dOne activity works for mom and dad- Messages strong but less overt- Engage dad with kids to visually speak
to mom about LEGO value
Event must: Provide take-homeEvent must: Provide take home solution
Public Relations
O d ’t lOne message doesn’t always work…
PR Goals:Reinvigorate Dad on LEGO
Gain Mom’s understandingof value, drive herof value, drive heracceptance and herendorsement
Public Relations
Clear messages to speakClear messages to speak individually
For Moms: Inspirational, instructional approach focusing on value, benefits, education
For Dads: Inspirational entertaining approach focusing on fun, humor, nostalgia
The Dad (Marketing) Factor
M M h i ith D d i i dMore Moms are shopping with Dad in mind.Moms respond positively to imagery and messages conveying Dad involvement.y gDad can be a trigger…and a brand advocate.
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For More Information
Data reported in The Dad Factor™ presentation was compiledData reported in The Dad Factor™ presentation was compiled by Silver Stork Research. For additional information, contact Marta Loeb, [email protected].
For information on 360PR, the 360PR MomSquad™, and agency case studies, contact Laura Tomasetti, g y , ,[email protected].
LEGO® Systems case study presented by Michael McNallyLEGO® Systems case study presented by Michael McNally, [email protected].