Local In-Store Meets Global Online: How Crocs Connects a Digital and Local Presence

In this episode of Local Marketing Beat, Amir Alsayegh from Crocs joins us to explore how the globally recognized brand embraces authenticity, self-expression, and comfort, all while scaling locally. Discover how Crocs balances global strategy with local impact, uses SEO to educate rather than just sell, and prepares for an AI-driven future.

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⏱ Timestamps

00:00 – Intro: From digital presence to revenue

02:15 – The passionate (and divisive) Crocs fanbase

04:39 – Crocs’ authentic brand strategy & problem-solving

07:05 – Real stories: how Crocs converts sceptics with comfort

09:29 – Global presence, local relevance: how Crocs adapts by region

11:54 – Listening to local communities & launching local-first collabs

14:16 – SEO strategy: educating users on product benefits & variety

16:38 – More than the classic clog: how Crocs is changing perceptions

19:02 – Local SEO: bridging online and in-store with smart content

21:25 – Connecting SEO to revenue: multi-touch attribution & insights

23:47 – Meeting customers wherever they shop (Amazon, DTC, wholesale)

26:10 – AI search & LLMs: how Crocs is preparing for the future of search

28:38 – Data, design stories, and the new path to product discovery

30:57 – Final thoughts: connecting with consumers who don’t yet "get it"

33:17 – Where to explore more + Outro

💡Key Takeaways

* Crocs thrives by being boldly authentic, even when divisive.

* The brand solves real-world problems with comfort-first design.

* SEO focuses on education and inspiration, not just keywords.

* Local SEO helps turn product discovery into in-store traffic.

* Crocs is actively preparing for AI and LLM-driven search.

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