Future Proof

How Gaming Is Up-Leveling Marketing: Lessons from Discord’s Community-Driven Approach


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Gaming has evolved into a cultural powerhouse and a vital marketing platform, reshaping how brands connect with audiences worldwide. In this episode of Future Proof, host Rachelle Minnis welcomes Adam Bauer, VP of Sales at Discord, to unpack the real-world strategies and lessons behind successful community-driven marketing.

Discover how Discord transformed from a gamer-centric chat app into a dynamic space for brand engagement, and learn what sets advertising on Discord apart from traditional social platforms. With gaming now mainstream and communities more engaged than ever, this conversation reveals how brands can successfully activate community-driven marketing—and why the future of advertising might just be on your favorite gaming platform.

Listen for an awesome conversation that will leave you inspired and may help you rethink your next campaign—and maybe even pick up a controller.

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