Gen Z: The New Gem - Why Brands Are Still Struggling to Address Them

Gal Rapoport
November 1, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of E-commerce, the emergence of Generation Z (Gen Z) as a dominant consumer force has left many brands scratching their heads. This generation, born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s, represents a tremendous opportunity for businesses willing to understand and cater to their unique preferences. In this blog post, we'll delve into the immense potential of Gen Z, the challenges brands face in connecting with them, and the solution that can bridge this gap.

The Big Opportunity of Gen Z in Numbers

Why is Gen Z is such a lucrative market for E-commerce brands? According to recent data, Gen Z is estimated to represent 40% of all consumers by 2024. Their collective purchasing power is predicted to reach a staggering $143 billion in the United States alone. These numbers paint a compelling picture of a generation that can significantly impact the success of any online business.

So, why are brands still struggling to capture the attention and loyalty of Gen Z consumers?

The Problem: What Gen Z Expects - Emails… Do not send them to Gen Z

Gen Z consumers are digital natives who have grown up with smartphones in their hands and constant connectivity. By far, Gen Z is the most “needy”, but at the same time, the most “impulsive” shopper segment. They demand a seamless online experience, personalized interactions, and products that align with their values. However, despite their high expectations, many brands are falling short in delivering what Gen Z truly desires.

The core challenge lies in the fact that brands often cannot differentiate nor recognize Gen Z visitors among their website traffic. Today, when a Gen Z arrives to your website, he is treated like every other user, since the brand is lacking the capability to identify and differentiate between a Gen-Zier and other shopper segments. These young consumers are lost in the sea of anonymous and unaddressable visitors. Traditional marketing strategies built on demographic data are no longer sufficient. Gen Z wants to be seen as individuals, and not to fall short in the statistics.

How It Can Be Solved: Persona-Led AI Predictive Segmentation

Enter Kahoona – the game-changer in the E-commerce marketing landscape. Kahoona specializes in helping online brands maximize their marketing ROI and conversion rates by unveiling the 90% of website traffic that remains anonymous and unaddressable. But what truly sets Kahoona apart is its’ ability to identify high-intent Gen Z users and addressing them specifically, by curating designated audiences on all of your marketing channels. This unique, first of its’ kind capability is finally made possible by harnessing the power of Kahoona’s unique data modality, with 15X more behavioral data points and AI-based predictive segmentation.

Kahoona places the spotlight on all users and predicts their probability of purchase, pricing tiers, Average Order Value (AOV) and Customer Lifetime Value (CLTV). Through sophisticated AI predictive segmentation and data enrichment, Kahoona empowers brands to differentiate and recognize high-intent Gen Z visitors. By understanding their unique personas, brands can send hyper-personalized messages at precisely the right time, offering products and experiences that resonate with this tech-savvy generation.

This approach not only saves MASSIVE budgets and resources, but also enables brands to thrive and generate more revenue, by focusing on the right audience. Based on the brand’s unique 1st party data, marketing efforts become optimized and targeted, leading to higher conversion rates and significantly more satisfied Gen-Zers. With Kahoona as a valuable partner, E-commerce businesses can adjust their corporate strategy to align with the preferences and expectations of Gen Z.

In conclusion, Gen Z represents a significant opportunity for E-commerce brands, but connecting with them requires a new approach. Kahoona's persona-led AI predictive segmentation solution enable brands to bridge the gap and deliver the personalized experiences that Gen Z craves. Don't miss out on the Gen Z revolution – connect with Kahoona today to learn more about how they can help your business thrive in the new digital age.

To explore the power of Kahoona and see a live demo, schedule a meeting by clicking here. Let's transform your e-commerce strategy and capture the hearts of Gen Z consumers together!

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Gen Z: The New Gem - Why Brands Are Still Struggling to Address Them

11/1/2023

In the ever-evolving world of E-commerce, the emergence of Generation Z (Gen Z) as a dominant consumer force has left many brands scratching their heads. This generation, born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s, represents a tremendous opportunity for businesses willing to understand and cater to their unique preferences. In this blog post, we'll delve into the immense potential of Gen Z, the challenges brands face in connecting with them, and the solution that can bridge this gap.

The Big Opportunity of Gen Z in Numbers

Why is Gen Z is such a lucrative market for E-commerce brands? According to recent data, Gen Z is estimated to represent 40% of all consumers by 2024. Their collective purchasing power is predicted to reach a staggering $143 billion in the United States alone. These numbers paint a compelling picture of a generation that can significantly impact the success of any online business.

So, why are brands still struggling to capture the attention and loyalty of Gen Z consumers?

The Problem: What Gen Z Expects - Emails… Do not send them to Gen Z

Gen Z consumers are digital natives who have grown up with smartphones in their hands and constant connectivity. By far, Gen Z is the most “needy”, but at the same time, the most “impulsive” shopper segment. They demand a seamless online experience, personalized interactions, and products that align with their values. However, despite their high expectations, many brands are falling short in delivering what Gen Z truly desires.

The core challenge lies in the fact that brands often cannot differentiate nor recognize Gen Z visitors among their website traffic. Today, when a Gen Z arrives to your website, he is treated like every other user, since the brand is lacking the capability to identify and differentiate between a Gen-Zier and other shopper segments. These young consumers are lost in the sea of anonymous and unaddressable visitors. Traditional marketing strategies built on demographic data are no longer sufficient. Gen Z wants to be seen as individuals, and not to fall short in the statistics.

How It Can Be Solved: Persona-Led AI Predictive Segmentation

Enter Kahoona – the game-changer in the E-commerce marketing landscape. Kahoona specializes in helping online brands maximize their marketing ROI and conversion rates by unveiling the 90% of website traffic that remains anonymous and unaddressable. But what truly sets Kahoona apart is its’ ability to identify high-intent Gen Z users and addressing them specifically, by curating designated audiences on all of your marketing channels. This unique, first of its’ kind capability is finally made possible by harnessing the power of Kahoona’s unique data modality, with 15X more behavioral data points and AI-based predictive segmentation.

Kahoona places the spotlight on all users and predicts their probability of purchase, pricing tiers, Average Order Value (AOV) and Customer Lifetime Value (CLTV). Through sophisticated AI predictive segmentation and data enrichment, Kahoona empowers brands to differentiate and recognize high-intent Gen Z visitors. By understanding their unique personas, brands can send hyper-personalized messages at precisely the right time, offering products and experiences that resonate with this tech-savvy generation.

This approach not only saves MASSIVE budgets and resources, but also enables brands to thrive and generate more revenue, by focusing on the right audience. Based on the brand’s unique 1st party data, marketing efforts become optimized and targeted, leading to higher conversion rates and significantly more satisfied Gen-Zers. With Kahoona as a valuable partner, E-commerce businesses can adjust their corporate strategy to align with the preferences and expectations of Gen Z.

In conclusion, Gen Z represents a significant opportunity for E-commerce brands, but connecting with them requires a new approach. Kahoona's persona-led AI predictive segmentation solution enable brands to bridge the gap and deliver the personalized experiences that Gen Z craves. Don't miss out on the Gen Z revolution – connect with Kahoona today to learn more about how they can help your business thrive in the new digital age.

To explore the power of Kahoona and see a live demo, schedule a meeting by clicking here. Let's transform your e-commerce strategy and capture the hearts of Gen Z consumers together!

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