Designing Effective Prospect Mail Programs
Casino operators have long understood the importance of using mail to communicate to various segments of their player databases. Direct mail has proven to be the most effective tool in the marketing arsenal to foster loyalty and encourage repeat visitation. However, direct mail can also play an important role in reaching prospective customers who have not yet visited the casino property.
The notion of using direct mail as a prospecting tool has long allured casino marketers. If designed correctly, the effectiveness of prospect mail programs can be accurately measured and
the end result can lead to a cadre of intensely loyal gaming customers. However, just like other forms of advertising media, without an understanding of the hazards inherent in prospect
mailing, the casino risks wasting precious marketing dollars and alienating its existing customers.