Influence+United welcomes Buzzoole

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IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA) has welcomed Buzzoole, a leading influencer marketing company in Europe, to its Influence+United alliance. Founded in 2013, Buzzoole has over 850 brand partners in the EU and a community of 260,000 creators. The partnership aims to enhance influencer marketing campaigns across Europe, leveraging Buzzoole's technology and expertise. The alliance facilitates streamlined global marketing efforts, allowing brands to execute unified campaigns efficiently. Further announcements regarding new partners are expected soon.

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• Partnership with Buzzoole expands Influence+United's reach in Europe.
• Buzzoole serves over 850 brand partners, enhancing IZEA's market presence.
• Access to a large community of over 260,000 creators for influencer marketing.

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Naples, Italy, Sept. 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Influence+United charter member, IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), today welcomed the leading influencer marketing company in Europe, Buzzoole, to the fast-growing, global alliance.

Founded in 2013 and headquartered in the growing tech center of Naples, Italy, Buzzoole serves over 850 European Union brand partners and boasts the largest opt-in community of more than 260,000 creators.

“With a population of nearly a half-billion people filled with rich and diverse cultural backgrounds, the influencer marketing industry across the E.U. stands to be one of advertising’s greatest game-changers,” said Ted Murphy, IZEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “Influence+United was formed with the vision of bringing together the best providers around the world. We are thrilled to be partnering with Buzzoole in serving brands seeking integrated campaigns that access the international creator economy.”

“We started Buzzoole to connect creators and brands in Italy and over the years, we have extended our reach to Europe,” said Fabrizio Perrone, President, Buzzoole. “Now, with the Influence United alliance, we are thrilled to use our technology and expertise to help more and diverse brands all over the world.”

The Influence+United alliance seeks to take the stress of globalization and streamline the entire executional journey -- from proposal to results -- for the world’s foremost companies. The alliance will serve as the easiest way to execute a unified influencer marketing campaign with trusted leaders who are localized in presence, but global in scope.

Influence+United, IZEA, and Buzzoole plan to formally welcome additional partners in subsequent announcements. Details pertaining to those members will be made public through newswire, online press center, and companies’ social media channels.

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About Influence+United
Influence+United is the leading, global Influencer Marketing alliance designed for modern brand marketers. Our member companies work side by side to seamlessly develop actionable and localized campaign concepts, strategies, and investment approaches that provide the expertise and scalability required across the creator economy.

Founded in September 2020, Influence+United seeks to bring together the foremost companies from the Influencer Marketing industry around the world. Collectively, the alliance has exposure to over 3 billion global citizens and geographical expertise for over 90% of multi-continent brand organizations.

More information can be found on the alliance’s website: http://influence-united.com

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Safe Harbor Statement
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Martin Smith
IZEA Worldwide, Inc. 
Phone: +1 (407) 543-6100
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FAQ

What is the significance of IZEA partnering with Buzzoole?

The partnership allows IZEA to expand its European presence and leverage Buzzoole's extensive network of brand partners and creators.

How many creators are part of Buzzoole's community?

Buzzoole boasts a community of more than 260,000 creators.

When was Buzzoole founded?

Buzzoole was founded in 2013 in Naples, Italy.

What is the goal of the Influence+United alliance?

The alliance aims to streamline global influencer marketing campaigns for brands by connecting trusted leaders in the industry.

What impact does the new partnership have on IZEA's market strategy?

The partnership enhances IZEA's capabilities in delivering integrated marketing solutions across Europe, tapping into the growing influencer economy.