The effect of fit and dominance in cause marketing communications

Sridhar Samu and Walter Wymer

Journal of Business Research, 2009, vol. 62, issue 4, 432-440

Abstract: Consumer processing of cause marketing communications featuring a brand and a cause is investigated in the context of the communication format (perceived fit and dominance) on consumer attitudes and behavioral intentions. Two studies using different forms of communication, public service announcement (PSA) and cause-related marketing advertisement (CRM ad), are used to examine these effects. Findings suggest that both factors are important to consider in any joint communication. While high fit is critical for brands, dominance is shown to be important for both in joint communications.

Keywords: Cause; marketing; Advertising; Nonprofit; Brands (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2009
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