The Retention Marketing Podcast with Fexingo: Email, SMS, and Loyalty for Repeat Customers

Leaf & Loom, a direct-to-consumer plant subscription brand, boosted repeat purchases by 35% using a smart email sequence: welcome series with care guides, monthly plant check-ins, and timely repotting reminders that link to new pots and soil. Lucas and Luna break down how this low-cost, high-value strategy builds loyalty and upsells without being pushy — plus why the brand segments by plant type and sends personalized growth reports. If you're in DTC or subscription, this one’s full of actionable takeaways.

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Stitch Fix is famous for its personalized clothing subscription, but the real retention engine lies in its email strategy. In this episode, we break down how the company uses post-Fix feedback emails to refine its algorithm, preview emails to build anticipation, and thoughtful win-back sequences to re-engage lapsed clients. With a retention rate over 90% after five Fixes, the data-driven approach shows how email can gather valuable customer insights while simultaneously driving repeat purchases. We also discuss the careful frequency balance, the role of SMS for shipping updates, and how smaller brands can apply similar tactics without a complex AI system. Tune in for a masterclass in retention marketing through personalized email.

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In this episode, we dive into the win-back email strategy used by Ritual, the vitamin subscription brand. Lucas and Luna break down the three-email sequence that targets churned subscribers with personalized product recommendations based on their previous purchases. They discuss the 15% recovery rate within 60 days, the importance of timing and segmentation, and how Ritual avoids discounts in favor of value-driven messaging. This deep dive offers actionable insights for any brand looking to re-engage dormant customers without eroding brand equity. A must-listen for retention marketers.

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Lucas and Luna dive into Sephora's Beauty Insider loyalty program, revealing how the beauty giant uses email to drive repeat purchases. They explore the tiered structure—Insider, VIB, and Rouge—and how Sephora emails personalized product recommendations, birthday rewards, and exclusive event invitations to keep customers engaged. With over 25 million members and loyalty members accounting for 80% of sales, the podcast unpacks the segmentation strategies that make Beauty Insider a retention powerhouse. Lucas shares specific tactics like the 'Rewards Bazaar' email and how Sephora uses browsing history to send replenishment reminders. Luna questions the frequency of emails and how Sephora avoids fatigue. The episode also includes a brief discussion on the value of ad-free content and listener support. Perfect for marketers looking to master email-based loyalty retention.

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In episode 136 of The Retention Marketing Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how a major hotel chain uses a three-email series to prevent loyalty points from expiring unused. They break down the segmentation strategy, the timing of the messages, and the surprising result: a 25% increase in redemption bookings. Learn how urgency and a small bonus can turn dormant points into repeat revenue. This episode is packed with actionable insights for any brand running a points-based loyalty program.

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In this episode, we examine how On Running, the Swiss running shoe brand, turns product scarcity into a retention engine. When a limited-edition colorway sells out, they don't just move on. They capture email addresses and SMS opt-ins for restock notifications, then deliver a targeted sequence that brings back customers who already bought before. We break down the mechanics: how the opt-in works, what the email copy looks like, and how they segment by previous purchase history. According to On Running's own data, restock alert emails convert at 18 percent, and customers acquired through these alerts spend 40 percent more over the next year. We also discuss the balance between using FOMO and respecting the customer's inbox. If you're a DTC brand with limited drops, this episode offers a fresh retention tactic that goes beyond the usual cart recovery and win-back flows.

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In this episode of The Retention Marketing Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how a direct-to-consumer book subscription brand—call it PageTurners—used email to transform a one-time monthly box into a long-term community. By launching a year-long reading challenge, monthly author Q&A highlights, and a 'Book Club' email series with discussion prompts, the brand boosted annual retention from 70% to 85% in just eight months. Lucas breaks down the specific email flows: the welcome sequence that sets the challenge, the monthly personalized recommendations based on rating history, and the end-of-challenge recap that celebrates achievements. Luna asks about data collection and segmentation, and Lucas explains how PageTurners uses past purchases and survey responses to tailor every email. They also touch on the role of social proof—featuring reader-submitted reviews and discussion threads. The episode wraps with a reflection on why community-based retention works so well for subscription brands and how any business can adapt the approach.

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In this episode of The Retention Marketing Podcast, we dive into how wine subscription brand Winc uses personalized email tasting notes and food pairing suggestions to keep subscribers engaged and reduce churn. Rather than relying on discounts, Winc sends detailed, unique content for each bottle a customer receives, turning a transactional delivery into an ongoing experience. The result? A reported 30% increase in retention among subscribers who actively engage with these emails. We break down the email sequence, the technology behind the personalization, and how any subscription brand—from coffee to cosmetics—can apply this content-first approach to retention. Plus, we discuss the scalability of hyper-personalized communication and why 'surprise and delight' can be more effective than price cuts in building long-term loyalty. This episode offers actionable insights for marketers looking to move beyond discount-led retention strategies.

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Episode 132 of The Retention Marketing Podcast explores how Atlas Coffee Club uses a carefully timed email sequence to turn a monthly coffee subscription into a habit. Lucas and Luna break down the preview email that builds anticipation, the brew guide that ensures a great first cup, and the post-tasting survey that keeps each shipment feel personal — along with the open rates and click-throughs that prove the approach works. They also discuss how Atlas handles subscription pauses and reactivations via automated emails, and why surprise and delight matters more for subscriptions than for one-off purchases. If you run a subscription brand or are thinking about launching one, this episode is packed with actionable ideas.

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In this episode of The Retention Marketing Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how Bombas, the sock-and-apparel B Corp, uses SMS marketing to turn a one-time buyer into a repeat customer by tying every purchase back to its buy-one-give-one mission. They break down Bombas's post-purchase SMS flow that shares the exact impact of each order, their timed replenishment campaign based on average sock lifespan, and how they use SMS to offer loyalty members early access to limited-edition colors. Along the way, they discuss why social mission can be a powerful retention lever when it's integrated into the messaging — not just a tagline. The episode includes specific metrics like a 30% repeat purchase rate among SMS subscribers and a 15% higher average order value for customers who receive impact updates. This is Episode 131 of the show.

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