CrestAquarium | Elevating Reputation Through Experience

Snapshot

The launch of South Africa’s first retail-based aquarium experience generated attention, but mixed messaging created confusion and declining engagement.

The opportunity was to simplify the story, rebuild confidence, and reposition CrestAquarium as a destination that increased community engagement, shopper movement, and visibility.

The Solution

Developed a strategic relaunch and visibility plan to rebuild confidence and engagement.

Aligned PR, communications, and operations to improve the customer experience.

Simplified messaging through educational content and strategic media engagement.

Introduced community initiatives to increase participation and visibility.

Delivered a high-impact relaunch that generated media attention and shopper engagement.

The Elevation

Delivered a 26:1 ROI in Public Relations value.

Earned a Silver Awards at the 2020 SACSC Footprint Marketing Awards.

Attracted 2,000+ visitors in four hours through the Mermaid Dive activation.

Shifted public sentiment and elevated underperforming retail space.

Increased foot traffic, dwell time, and audience reach.

The Support

Concept Development & Experience Strategy

Visibility Plan & Public Relations Support

Community Engagement & Activation Planning

Strategic Roll-Out & Relaunch Support

Brand Partnership & Collaboration Support

Media Spokesperson & Communications Support