Isadora 2026 Campaign Strategy
A strategic roadmap to establish Isadora as the digital-forward, authenticity-led challenger brand in the Mexican food category.
Strategic Foundation
Real Mexico. Real Fast.
Campaign Positioning
This evolution of "Mexico is just 2 minutes away" maintains the core promise while leading with authenticity before convenience. The mantra creates a repeatable brand message that works across all touchpoints, emphasizing the dual benefit without relying on time-distance metaphors.
Three Key Audience Segments
01
Bicultural Hispanic (25-45)
Honor heritage without the hours. Real recipes, real ingredients, your way.
02
Mainstream/Acculturated (25-45)
Skip the Tex-Mex shortcut. Get real Mexican restaurant flavor in 2 minutes at home.
03
Rosarita Converters
Leverage the 7/10 preference stat through taste-test challenges and sampling.
Digital Strategy
Multi-Platform Digital & Social Strategy
Instagram
Primary brand platform driving awareness and aspiration through visual storytelling.
TikTok
Trial and virality engine driving product trial and cultural conversation.
Facebook
Mainstream reach and retargeting for older demographics and e-commerce.
YouTube
SEO and consideration through recipe library and search intent capture.
Three-Phase Campaign Strategy
This phased approach builds awareness first, drives trial through taste tests, and converts interest into sustained purchase behavior through retargeting and recipe inspiration.
Audience Targeting
Geographic: DMA-level targeting for all key markets
Demographic: Ages 25-45, household income $50K+, families
Behavioral: Grocery delivery app users, Mexican food restaurant visitors, cooking enthusiasts
Creative Themes
  • Brand story and authenticity credentials
  • Taste superiority and comparison content
  • Influencer taste tests and testimonials
  • Product versatility and recipe inspiration
  • Limited-time offers and promotions
Influencer Marketing
Four-Tier Influencer Strategy
1
Macro Influencers
100K-1M followers. Bicultural food creators like Esteban Castillo, Pati Jinich, Mely Martinez. Recipe development and multi-platform content series.
2
Mid-Tier Influencers
25K-100K followers. Regional food bloggers in key markets, recipe developers, meal prep creators. Recipe content and product integration.
3
Micro-Influencers
5K-25K followers. Local food creators, Hispanic mom bloggers, cooking enthusiasts. UGC content and authentic testimonials.
4
Nano & UGC
Under 5K followers. Seeding program with 100+ creators. Product plus small incentive for content rights.
Campaign Activations
Heritage & Authenticity
Partner with Mexican food authorities to validate authenticity. Behind-the-scenes content from Mexico production facilities. Cultural moment integration for Cinco de Mayo.
The Great Taste Test
Coordinated blind taste test content across all tiers. UGC challenge: #IsadoraTasteTest. Amplify the 70% preference stat through real reactions.
Recipe Innovation
Creator recipe challenges. Seasonal integration for back-to-school meal prep and holiday sides. Build recipe library for website and social.
Local Market Ambassadors
Identify 1-2 influencers per key market as ongoing brand ambassadors. Support retail activations with digital amplification and localized content.
Digital Hub
Website Strategy
Strategic Objectives
  • Unify the portfolio (beans, rice, proteins) under one brand experience
  • Drive e-commerce traffic to retail partners
  • Establish recipe and content SEO authority
  • Capture leads for CRM and email marketing
Technical Foundation
Platform: Shopify for fast deployment, e-commerce readiness, and retail media network integrations. Mobile-first design targeting 80%+ mobile traffic with PageSpeed scores of 90+ mobile and 95+ desktop.
SEO Strategy: Target brand keywords like "Isadora beans," category terms like "authentic Mexican beans," and recipe long-tail phrases. Two blog posts monthly targeting category and recipe search terms.
Conversion Optimization
Primary CTA
"Find Near You" or "Shop Online" driving to retail partners
Email Capture
Recipe downloads, coupons, and contest entries with 5%+ capture rate goal
Exit Intent
Discount or recipe offer to reduce bounce rate below 50%
Proximity. Omnichannel Geo Targeting
PROXIMITY: Geographic Targeting Strategies
Our omnichannel geo-targeting strategy focuses on two key approaches to maximize market penetration and brand growth.
Defend & Deepen
Maximize growth in our strongest markets by reinforcing brand loyalty and increasing market share among existing consumers.
  • Key Cities: Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio, San Diego
  • Main Objective: Expand into mainstream markets and user demographics within these established strongholds.
Accelerate Conversion
Aggressively win market share in high-demand areas where there is significant growth potential and consumer readiness.
  • Key Cities: Los Angeles, Denver, Phoenix, Salt Lake City
  • Main Objective: Drive rapid adoption and conversion among new consumers in these strategically important, high-growth markets.
Experiential Markets Consideration
The Atlantic Gateway (Washington D.C. / Northern Virginia)
While the South and West are saturated, the D.C. Metro area is currently the fastest-growing market for Mexican cuisine in the United States.
The Opportunity: This market is characterized by high-income, time-poor professionals who over-index on "global discovery" and premium convenience.
Strategic Fit: Isadora's pouch technology appeals to the D.C. "desk-lunch" and "quick-dinner" culture. Unlike the Southwest, where scratch-made Mexican food is everywhere, this region relies heavily on mediocre frozen options, leaving a gap for Isadora's shelf-stable authenticity.
The Southeastern Growth Hub (Charlotte / Raleigh-Durham, NC)
North Carolina has seen one of the highest percentage increases in Hispanic population and multicultural food demand over the last three years.
The Opportunity: The "Research Triangle" (Raleigh/Durham) provides a concentrated base of Gen Z and Millennial consumers who are moving away from traditional canned goods toward "clean label" and "pouch" formats.
Strategic Fit: Isadora can bridge the gap between "standard grocery" and "natural foods." With retailers like Publix and Harris Teeter expanding their "Global Flavors" aisles, this is a prime region to convert mainstream users who are bored with traditional American pantry staples.
The Pacific Northwest Frontier (Seattle / Portland)
This region has a deep-seated culture of "Natural & Organic" but lacks a dominant, authentic Mexican RTE brand that isn't a "fusion" or "health-hack" product.
The Opportunity: Seattle and Portland consumers prioritize sustainability and ingredient quality. Isadora's "100% natural" and "no refrigeration needed" messaging aligns perfectly with the PNW's outdoor-centric and eco-conscious lifestyle.
Strategic Fit: There is a major opportunity here for Isadora to be positioned as the "premium-authentic" alternative to the generic private-label beans and heavy frozen entrees currently dominating the shelf.
This dual approach ensures both sustained growth in loyal regions and aggressive expansion into new, high-potential territories.
E-Commerce
Marketplace Distribution Approach
Amazon - Primary Driver
Maximize share of voice with A+ Content, Sponsored Products for high-intent keywords, Subscribe & Save promotions, and Vine reviews program. Goal: Top 5 ranking in "refried beans" category.
Walmart.com
Capture mainstream grocery delivery market through Walmart Connect sponsored search, product page optimization, and Walmart+ delivery integration.
Instacart
Enable immediate purchase from social traffic with Featured Product placements, coupons, and deep links from social media to Instacart cart.
Kroger & Regional
Support strong regional presence through Kroger Precision Marketing, digital coupons, and email integration in key markets.
Content & Promotion Standards
All product listings optimized with high-resolution imagery including product shots, lifestyle photos, in-use demonstrations, and comparison charts. Video content features recipe quick-hits and product demos. SEO-optimized titles and bullets emphasize authentic, microwaveable, made in Mexico, restaurant-quality, and clean ingredients.
Promotion Strategy
Always-on: Subscribe & Save and digital coupons
Quarterly: Seasonal promotions for Cinco de Mayo, Hispanic Heritage Month, and holidays
Flash: Support retail activations and influencer campaigns
Campaign Calendar
Building and Contiously Optimizing
1
Foundation & Launch
Website development and launch. Content production with major photo/video shoot. Awareness campaigns in key markets. Influencer seeding and macro partnerships. Digital coupons and weekend sampling. PR brand relaunch.
2
Taste Test Challenge
Coordinated taste test content across influencer tiers. Amplify UGC through paid social. E-commerce promotional pricing. In-store sampling with digital amplification. Cinco de Mayo activation in early May.
3
Scale & Optimize
Retargeting and conversion campaigns. Subscribe & Save push. Recipe innovation challenges. Website CRO optimization based on performance data.
4
Holiday & Retention
Hispanic Heritage Month activation. Thanksgiving sides positioning. Holiday entertaining content. End-of-year retention focus and loyalty building.
Key Cultural Moments
Cinco de Mayo (May 5)
Major activation focused on authentic celebration, avoiding stereotypes
Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15-Oct 15)
Authenticity and cultural pride storytelling
Thanksgiving
"Bring Isadora to the Table" fusion holiday sides
Dia de los Muertos (Nov 1-2)
Heritage and family connection themes
Measurement
Comprehensive Measurement Framework
Channel Performance Targets
Paid Social: 50M+ annual impressions reaching 10M+ unique users. CTR of 1.5%+ for awareness and 3%+ for retargeting. Video completion rate of 40%+ for 15-second content.
Influencer: 30M+ total impressions with 3-5% average engagement rate. 5K+ trackable conversions using creator codes. 200+ content pieces generated.
E-Commerce: Top 5 Amazon ranking in "refried beans" category. Combined ROAS of 3:1 or better. E-commerce representing 10%+ of total brand sales.
Reporting Cadence
This multi-tiered reporting approach ensures real-time optimization while maintaining strategic perspective on long-term brand building and business impact.
Budget
$1.1M Budget Allocation
Strategic Investment Priorities
Budget allocation balances paid media reach with earned and owned channels. Shopper marketing drives in-store conversion while influencer partnerships build authentic advocacy.
PR and events establish cultural credibility, while strategy and creative ensure consistent execution. Website development creates the digital foundation, with tools and technology enabling measurement and optimization.
Shopper Marketing Investment
Retail Media Networks
Amazon Advertising, Walmart Connect, Instacart Featured Products, Kroger Precision Marketing
In-Store Activations
Sampling programs at Walmart, Kroger, and Fiesta. POS materials and endcap design
Co-Marketing
Retail partner collaborations and joint promotional campaigns
12-Month Success Roadmap
Month 3 Milestones
Website launched. Social channels established with 20K combined followers. First influencer partnerships live and generating content.
Month 6 Achievements
Taste Test Challenge in market. 50M impressions across paid social. Amazon ranking in top 5 for "refried beans." Email list reaches 15K subscribers.
Month 9 Progress
Sales data showing 10%+ lift in key markets. Website traffic hits 300K visits. Social following grows to 60K. Strong UGC library established with repeat influencer content.
Month 12 Victory
20% sales growth target achieved. Market share gains vs Rosarita in 3+ key markets. Website reaches 500K visits. Email list: 50K. Social: 100K. E-commerce at 10% of brand sales.
Long-Term Brand Positioning
Foundation for Growth
By year-end, Isadora will be established as the digital-forward, authenticity-led challenger brand in the Mexican food category. The campaign creates a proven playbook for portfolio expansion into rice and proteins, while demonstrating NINE15's capabilities for other CPG brands.
Competitive Advantages
Authenticity Credentials
Made in Mexico positioning backed by cultural storytelling and influencer validation
Digital Excellence
Sophisticated multi-platform strategy with strong e-commerce integration
Taste Superiority
70% preference stat amplified through coordinated taste test campaigns
Cultural Connection
Deep understanding of bicultural audiences with bilingual, pride-forward messaging
Campaign Impact
20%
Sales Growth
Refried beans category
Halo
Portfolio Growth
Across all products
3:1
ROAS
Combined omni channel
Next Steps: Campaign case study for CPG and food & beverage clients. Foundation built for portfolio expansion. Playbook proven for other brands in NINE15 pipeline.
Our Core Team
Meet the dedicated professionals driving the Isadora 2026 Campaign, each bringing specialized expertise to ensure success from strategy to execution.
Amine – Founder / Strategy
Leads overall strategic direction, market positioning, and client relationships. Develops go-to-market frameworks and ensures alignment between brand vision and execution.
Dave & Media Team – Media Lead
Manages all paid media strategy and execution across Meta, Google, CTV, and programmatic channels. Optimizes campaign performance, budget allocation, and audience targeting to drive acquisition and retention.
Marina – COO / Operations
Oversees day-to-day operations, team coordination, and project delivery. Ensures timelines are met, resources are allocated efficiently, and client expectations are managed.
Paige – PM / Account Management
Serves as primary client contact, managing project scope, deliverables, and communication. Coordinates cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution and client satisfaction.
Lauren – Media / Account Management
Supports media planning and client communication. Bridges strategy and execution by managing campaign details, reporting, and ongoing client needs.
Faith & Design Team – Design / Website & Creative
Creates all brand assets, website design, and creative content. Develops visual identity systems, campaign creative, and ensures brand consistency across all touchpoints.
Bash & Dev. Team – Website & Technical Integration
Builds and maintains Shopify platforms, implements technical integrations (analytics, email/SMS, third-party tools), and ensures site performance, functionality, and scalability.