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Winston-Salem State University
Miranda R. Dalton

Jonnetta Pemberton

DeWayne Hall

Advisor: Dr. Suresh Gopalan
Analysis of the African American
           Consumer: Profile and Emerging Trends


Chrysler Brands and African
   American Consumers


                      Marketing Plan
                         2011-2013
Build a stronger brand image
with African Americans

   Increase sales


   Gain market share
Marketing to the African American Community
African Americans comprise 13.5%
      of the U.S population
                                    Estimated Total Population:
                                            39-41 million
                                    Median Age: 30.6
                                    Gender:
                                      52% female
                                      48% male
                                    Martial Status:
                                      Married 37.2%
                                      Single 62.8%
                                    Family Size: 2.66 people
100 >
                               1.90%
              75 - <100
                                              7.70%
               50 - <75
                                                                 15.20%
(Thousands)




               35 - <50
                                                                 14.80%
               25 - <35
                                                            13.50%
               15 - <25
                                                                 15.20%
               10 - <15
                                               8.60%
                5 - <10
                                                    9.20%
                  0-<5
                                            6.60%


                          0%           2%       4%          6%       8%   10%   12%   14%   16%
10%
      18%
                                       18%
                            7 million African Americans


                        54%
            21 million African Americans
$57.8 B                        77.8 B
                               $




          $41.8B                   $32.9 B
                           $35.6 B
                                                       $49.6B
                     $38.5 B



                                             $57.9 B


             $63 B
                                               $57.4 B
In 2008:
 African American consumers had a
   total earned income of $803 billion

 If African Americans were a
  separate nation, this amount would
  count as the 17th largest economy
  in the world

 African Americans spent $31.5
  billion on cars and trucks
Affluent African Americans
 Income: $75,000 and above
 Considerable amount of disposable income and material
  possessions
 45% of total purchasing power
 Educated and sizeable market segment
 High potential for selling luxury brands
African Americans Represent :




                                 2012
                  2008           $1.1 trillion
                  $803 billion
Make 85%
 of brand     Increasing
purchasing      income
 decisions


               Purchase
   Less       58% of all
comparative    new cars
 shopping     and trucks
 Acknowledging
 Understanding
 Catering
African Americans are twice as likely to trust
black media than mainstream sources.

             Ads are well received when they
             convey benefits of a product or
             service, and send a positive
             message to the black
             community.
AM/FM Radio
                        18%
                                                      TV
                                                     36%

Magazines &
  Others
   20%

                                       Internet
                                         26%




        80% of weekly media time is spent with TV, Radio or Internet
Classy                                36%

 Powerful                                 35%

     Cute                     23%

 Energetic                   21%

Easy Going               19%

   Leader               18%

     Bold              16%

   Honest              15%

             0%   5%         10%    15%         20%   25%   30%   35%   40%
Lincoln   Nissan        Cadillac
9.83%     9.54%         9.44%

Kia       Mitsubishi    Chrysler
9.36%     9.29%         8.59%

Mercury   Dodge         Chevrolet
7.83%     7.72%         7.38%

          Saturn
          7.35%
                       *Jeep Ranked 22nd
1 in 4 Affluent
                                                      African Americans
                                                       plan to buy a car
                                                       over the next 12
                                                            months
                                     Meaningful
Many distinct
                                   similarities and
 segments
                                     differences


                One size doesnt
                     fit all


                                                                            Desire vehicles
Trend Setters                                                                that express
                                                                           individuality and
                                                                                success

                 Motivated by
                  quality and
                   selection
Stretched Black          Black is Better
 Sick and Stressed      Straddlers                 11%
        8%                  7%
                                                           Black Onliners
 New                                                             7%
Middle
Class
 5%                                                                Boomer Blacks
                                                                       6%
 Family Struggles
                                                                Digital Networkers
       10%
                                                                         7%


                           Broadcast Blacks
    Faith Fulfills              17%                        Connected Black
        10%                                                    Teens
                                                                12%
Black consumers trust
Heterogeneous market
                               black media


                               Highly concentrated in
Family and friends are
                               the Southeast and in
opinion leaders
                               urban areas


Younger and spend              Women influence all
more                           major purchases



                 Very Brand Conscious!
Marketing to the African American Community
Overall Perceptions of Chrysler Brand
 Somewhat aware of the Brand
 Frequent discounts/deals
 Borderline prestigious
 Not fuel efficient
 Not exhilarating
Familiarity
                         Somewhat
                          47%

                   Overall
                   Opinion of
                   Product
                    Good
                     36%
                        Purchase
African American        Intent
   Perception            Probably
                          Not
                          37%
Overall Perception of Dodge/Ram Brand
   High brand awareness
   Rugged/Tough
   Somewhat dependable
   Reasonably priced
   Not fuel efficient
Familiarity
                             Somewhat
                              familiar
                              42%


                   Overall Opinion of
                   Product
                    Fair
                     42%
                             Purchase
African American            Intent
   Perception                Probably
                              not
                              34%
Overall Perception of Jeep Brand
 Somewhat aware of the brand
 Rugged/Tough
 Exhilarating
 Not fuel efficient
 Not prestigious
Familiarity
                          Somewhat
                           familiar
                           41%


                   Overall Opinion of
                   Product
                    Good
                     58%


                         Purchase
African American         Intent
   Perception             Definitely
                           not
                           48%
Awareness      2nd   5th   6th

Familiarity    2nd   5th   6th
Exc. Opinion   8th   7th   7th
Def. Cons.     3rd   6th   6th

Intentions     3rd   6th   5th
Shopping       3rd   5th   5th
Retail Share   6th   7th   6th
Strengths


   Dealers in key cities/states

Weaknesses
   Limited product appeal
   Limited product portfolio
   Limited ads that cater to African Americans
Opportunities
   Significant buying power and market size
   Median age of 30.6 is younger than that of the U.S. population (36.9)
   Heavy media consumption offers many advertising opportunities
   Urban population allows concentrated targeting
Threats
   Declining optimism towards economic recovery
   Certain segments have less income
African Americans Consumers


                               Prefer Chrysler
                                over Dodge and
                                Jeep brands
                               Low levels of
                                consideration to
                                purchase Chrysler
                                Groups brands in
                                relation to
                                competitors
Marketing to the African American Community
Chrysler Group
 Communicate
 desired brand                             Create emotional
  attributes to                              involvement
African American
   consumers



 Create brand                                Identify and
 awareness at                              eliminate brand
  young age                                  bottlenecks

                        Align brand
                   attributes to African
                    American market
                         segments
Stretched Black          Black is Better
 Sick and Stressed      Straddlers                 11%
        8%                  7%
                                                           Black Onliners
 New                                                             7%
Middle
Class
 5%                                                                Boomer Blacks
                                                                       6%
 Family Struggles
                                                                Digital Networkers
       10%
                                                                         7%


                           Broadcast Blacks
    Faith Fulfills              17%                        Connected Black
        10%                                                    Teens
                                                                12%
Profitable Target Segments
New Middle                    Boomer   Stressed Black   Black is
             Faith Fulfills
  Class                       Blacks     Straddlers     Better




    Increased Sales and Revenue
New Middle Class                             Doing It Big!
                                             Smallest Segment 5%
                                             67% between 25-44 mostly female
                                             82% household income at least 50K and 1/4 over 100k
                                             Highest educated
                                             Heavy internet, referrals from friends, magazines, TV etc...
                                             Not a fan of "slang"




 Grand Cherokee      Dodge Charger   Dodge Challenger      Town and Country           Chrysler 300            Dodge Viper
 Price: $26,010    Price:$31,385    Price: $32,238       Price:$35,252           Price: $36,063          Price: $90,630
 Promotion
           WSJ, NY Times, Black Enterprise, Business Week, News
            Week
           Commercials that show successful confident black
            individuals and families

  New      HBCUs
Middle      Supporting alumni events

 Class     Excellent customer service, will assist in promoting referrals


          Placement
           Dealerships

           Internet shoppers
Faith Fulfills        Blessed and Highly Favored! 
                                                      Tied for 4th largest - 10%
                                                      83% are 35 years and up and mostly female
                                                      71% income is 50K to 100k
                                                      Faith focal point of life
                                                      Media consumption is religious radio/TV




Dodge Journey       Jeep Liberty      Grand Cherokee     Chrysler Sebring    Dodge Charger      Chrysler 300

 Price: $25,295    Price: $25,750    Price:$26,010       Price: $28,620    Price:$31,385    Price:$36,063
 Promotion
             Major church conferences and mega ministries

             Religious networks
 Faith       BET, TBN, TCT Ex: Sundays Best
Fulfills
             Religious radio stations

            Placement
             Dealerships with a high percentage of black salesmen
Boomer Blacks                 Living my life like its golden!
                                            7th largest segment - 6%
                                            75% over 44 years (mean age: 52) and mostly female
                                            40% household income between 50K-100k
                                            Prefer black advertising and ads that reflect black culture
                                            90% are online




Chrysler PT Cruiser      Jeep Liberty    Grand Cherokee      Chrysler Sebring       Chrysler 300      All Ram Trucks
 Price: $18,275       Price: $25,750    Price:$26,010      Price: $28,620     Price: $36,063      Price:$38,930
 Promotion
           TV commercials and ads should link product to black heritage and
            culture

           Promotions should emphasize commercials with black employees
Boomer      saying I built this car and This is my family car

 Blacks    Link product to black service men and women
            Military commercial When you were there, we were there with you
            Served the Country with Distinction
           Placement
           Dealerships with a high percentage of black salesmen

           Internet shoppers
Vehicles with
                                            better fuel
                                            efficiency
  Luxury                     Smaller and
sedans and                    mid-size
   SUVs                       vehicles

                Classy and
                   cute
                                                            Price points
Vehicles that                                              between 12K-
are powerful                                                  15K and
                                                             above 50K
Increase
Contest
                              Interactive Websites


Promotion with Black Athletes
 Population in South and Northeast
28.0 M


          Population 18 years old and above
18.9 M
       Population 18 years old and above that will
        purchase a new vehicle in the next 12
3.8 M   months (1 in 5)
2011       2012      2013

Chrysler
                        106,296    111,610   122,771
Dodge
                        182,221    191,332   210,465
Jeep
                         37,963     39,861    43,847
Total Potential Units
                         326,479   342,803   377,084
$590

$100                          Advertising cost
                              per vehicle to
                              find a new
       Advertising cost per   customer
       vehicle to market to
       existing customer
2011            2012           2013


Potential Units Sold

                            326,479        342,803        377,084
Proposed Ad
Expenditure per Unit
                              590          590            590
Proposed Advertising
Expense
                       $ 192,622,841   $202,253,983   $222,479,382
$ 192.6 Million  Total Budget

           AM/FM Radio      $34.7 Million
              18%
                                                             $69.3 Million
                                                       TV
                                                      36%
$38.5 Million   Magazines
                & Others
                  20%

                                       Internet
                                         26%

                                                              $50.1 Million
$202.3 Million- Total Budget

                             $ 36.4 Million
                                                                           $ 72.8 Million
                              AM/FM Radio
                                                                TV
                                 18%
$40.4Million                                                   36%
               Magazines &
                 Others
                  20%


                                              Internet
                                                26%


                                                                      $ 52.7 Million
$222.5 Million-Total Budget

                              $ 40.1 Million

                                AM/FM Radio                                 $ 80.1 Million
                                                                   TV
                                   18%
                                                                  36%

                Magazines &
                  Others
                   20%
$44.5 Million
                                               Internet
                                                 26%



                                                                $ 57.8 Million
2011     2012       2013
In Millions
Current Est. Expense

                       $462.0   $456.0    $468.0
Proposed Expense for
African Americans
                        192.6   $202.3    $222.5
Additional Marketing
Expense                 195.4    266.7     309.5
Total
                       $850.0   $925.0   $1,000.0
8%
29%   9%
 Current Revenue                 Proposed Revenue
      Stream                            Stream
   2011        2012    2013        2011        2012          2013
 $52,026  $56,708  $61,245    $56,723  $62,385  $67,685

                                          Percent Increase

                                    9%         10%           11%
 In Millions
 Current Profit Streams  Proposed Profit Streams


    2011         2012   2013      2011        2012          2013
  $1,579  $2,106  $2,358     $1,973  $3,018  $3,756
                                         Percent Increase

                                  25%           43%         59%
   In Millions
Awareness      1st   (+1)   3rd   (+2)   3rd   (+3)
Familiarity    1st   (+1)   3rd   (+2)   4th   (+2)
Exc. Opinion   4th   (+4)   4th   (+3)   4th   (+4)

Def. Cons      3rd   (0)    4th   (+2)   4th   (+2)
Intentions     2nd   (+1)   4th   (+2)   3rd   (+2)
Shopping       2nd   (+1)   3rd   (+2)   4th   (+1)
Retail Share   3nd   (+3)   4th   (+3)   5th   (+1)
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  • 2. Miranda R. Dalton Jonnetta Pemberton DeWayne Hall Advisor: Dr. Suresh Gopalan
  • 3. Analysis of the African American Consumer: Profile and Emerging Trends Chrysler Brands and African American Consumers Marketing Plan 2011-2013
  • 4. Build a stronger brand image with African Americans Increase sales Gain market share
  • 6. African Americans comprise 13.5% of the U.S population Estimated Total Population: 39-41 million Median Age: 30.6 Gender: 52% female 48% male Martial Status: Married 37.2% Single 62.8% Family Size: 2.66 people
  • 7. 100 > 1.90% 75 - <100 7.70% 50 - <75 15.20% (Thousands) 35 - <50 14.80% 25 - <35 13.50% 15 - <25 15.20% 10 - <15 8.60% 5 - <10 9.20% 0-<5 6.60% 0% 2% 4% 6% 8% 10% 12% 14% 16%
  • 8. 10% 18% 18% 7 million African Americans 54% 21 million African Americans
  • 9. $57.8 B 77.8 B $ $41.8B $32.9 B $35.6 B $49.6B $38.5 B $57.9 B $63 B $57.4 B
  • 10. In 2008: African American consumers had a total earned income of $803 billion If African Americans were a separate nation, this amount would count as the 17th largest economy in the world African Americans spent $31.5 billion on cars and trucks
  • 11. Affluent African Americans Income: $75,000 and above Considerable amount of disposable income and material possessions 45% of total purchasing power Educated and sizeable market segment High potential for selling luxury brands
  • 12. African Americans Represent : 2012 2008 $1.1 trillion $803 billion
  • 13. Make 85% of brand Increasing purchasing income decisions Purchase Less 58% of all comparative new cars shopping and trucks
  • 15. African Americans are twice as likely to trust black media than mainstream sources. Ads are well received when they convey benefits of a product or service, and send a positive message to the black community.
  • 16. AM/FM Radio 18% TV 36% Magazines & Others 20% Internet 26% 80% of weekly media time is spent with TV, Radio or Internet
  • 17. Classy 36% Powerful 35% Cute 23% Energetic 21% Easy Going 19% Leader 18% Bold 16% Honest 15% 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40%
  • 18. Lincoln Nissan Cadillac 9.83% 9.54% 9.44% Kia Mitsubishi Chrysler 9.36% 9.29% 8.59% Mercury Dodge Chevrolet 7.83% 7.72% 7.38% Saturn 7.35% *Jeep Ranked 22nd
  • 19. 1 in 4 Affluent African Americans plan to buy a car over the next 12 months Meaningful Many distinct similarities and segments differences One size doesnt fit all Desire vehicles Trend Setters that express individuality and success Motivated by quality and selection
  • 20. Stretched Black Black is Better Sick and Stressed Straddlers 11% 8% 7% Black Onliners New 7% Middle Class 5% Boomer Blacks 6% Family Struggles Digital Networkers 10% 7% Broadcast Blacks Faith Fulfills 17% Connected Black 10% Teens 12%
  • 21. Black consumers trust Heterogeneous market black media Highly concentrated in Family and friends are the Southeast and in opinion leaders urban areas Younger and spend Women influence all more major purchases Very Brand Conscious!
  • 23. Overall Perceptions of Chrysler Brand Somewhat aware of the Brand Frequent discounts/deals Borderline prestigious Not fuel efficient Not exhilarating
  • 24. Familiarity Somewhat 47% Overall Opinion of Product Good 36% Purchase African American Intent Perception Probably Not 37%
  • 25. Overall Perception of Dodge/Ram Brand High brand awareness Rugged/Tough Somewhat dependable Reasonably priced Not fuel efficient
  • 26. Familiarity Somewhat familiar 42% Overall Opinion of Product Fair 42% Purchase African American Intent Perception Probably not 34%
  • 27. Overall Perception of Jeep Brand Somewhat aware of the brand Rugged/Tough Exhilarating Not fuel efficient Not prestigious
  • 28. Familiarity Somewhat familiar 41% Overall Opinion of Product Good 58% Purchase African American Intent Perception Definitely not 48%
  • 29. Awareness 2nd 5th 6th Familiarity 2nd 5th 6th Exc. Opinion 8th 7th 7th Def. Cons. 3rd 6th 6th Intentions 3rd 6th 5th Shopping 3rd 5th 5th Retail Share 6th 7th 6th
  • 30. Strengths Dealers in key cities/states Weaknesses Limited product appeal Limited product portfolio Limited ads that cater to African Americans Opportunities Significant buying power and market size Median age of 30.6 is younger than that of the U.S. population (36.9) Heavy media consumption offers many advertising opportunities Urban population allows concentrated targeting Threats Declining optimism towards economic recovery Certain segments have less income
  • 31. African Americans Consumers Prefer Chrysler over Dodge and Jeep brands Low levels of consideration to purchase Chrysler Groups brands in relation to competitors
  • 33. Chrysler Group Communicate desired brand Create emotional attributes to involvement African American consumers Create brand Identify and awareness at eliminate brand young age bottlenecks Align brand attributes to African American market segments
  • 34. Stretched Black Black is Better Sick and Stressed Straddlers 11% 8% 7% Black Onliners New 7% Middle Class 5% Boomer Blacks 6% Family Struggles Digital Networkers 10% 7% Broadcast Blacks Faith Fulfills 17% Connected Black 10% Teens 12%
  • 35. Profitable Target Segments New Middle Boomer Stressed Black Black is Faith Fulfills Class Blacks Straddlers Better Increased Sales and Revenue
  • 36. New Middle Class Doing It Big! Smallest Segment 5% 67% between 25-44 mostly female 82% household income at least 50K and 1/4 over 100k Highest educated Heavy internet, referrals from friends, magazines, TV etc... Not a fan of "slang" Grand Cherokee Dodge Charger Dodge Challenger Town and Country Chrysler 300 Dodge Viper Price: $26,010 Price:$31,385 Price: $32,238 Price:$35,252 Price: $36,063 Price: $90,630
  • 37. Promotion WSJ, NY Times, Black Enterprise, Business Week, News Week Commercials that show successful confident black individuals and families New HBCUs Middle Supporting alumni events Class Excellent customer service, will assist in promoting referrals Placement Dealerships Internet shoppers
  • 38. Faith Fulfills Blessed and Highly Favored! Tied for 4th largest - 10% 83% are 35 years and up and mostly female 71% income is 50K to 100k Faith focal point of life Media consumption is religious radio/TV Dodge Journey Jeep Liberty Grand Cherokee Chrysler Sebring Dodge Charger Chrysler 300 Price: $25,295 Price: $25,750 Price:$26,010 Price: $28,620 Price:$31,385 Price:$36,063
  • 39. Promotion Major church conferences and mega ministries Religious networks Faith BET, TBN, TCT Ex: Sundays Best Fulfills Religious radio stations Placement Dealerships with a high percentage of black salesmen
  • 40. Boomer Blacks Living my life like its golden! 7th largest segment - 6% 75% over 44 years (mean age: 52) and mostly female 40% household income between 50K-100k Prefer black advertising and ads that reflect black culture 90% are online Chrysler PT Cruiser Jeep Liberty Grand Cherokee Chrysler Sebring Chrysler 300 All Ram Trucks Price: $18,275 Price: $25,750 Price:$26,010 Price: $28,620 Price: $36,063 Price:$38,930
  • 41. Promotion TV commercials and ads should link product to black heritage and culture Promotions should emphasize commercials with black employees Boomer saying I built this car and This is my family car Blacks Link product to black service men and women Military commercial When you were there, we were there with you Served the Country with Distinction Placement Dealerships with a high percentage of black salesmen Internet shoppers
  • 42. Vehicles with better fuel efficiency Luxury Smaller and sedans and mid-size SUVs vehicles Classy and cute Price points Vehicles that between 12K- are powerful 15K and above 50K
  • 44. Contest Interactive Websites Promotion with Black Athletes
  • 45. Population in South and Northeast 28.0 M Population 18 years old and above 18.9 M Population 18 years old and above that will purchase a new vehicle in the next 12 3.8 M months (1 in 5)
  • 46. 2011 2012 2013 Chrysler 106,296 111,610 122,771 Dodge 182,221 191,332 210,465 Jeep 37,963 39,861 43,847 Total Potential Units 326,479 342,803 377,084
  • 47. $590 $100 Advertising cost per vehicle to find a new Advertising cost per customer vehicle to market to existing customer
  • 48. 2011 2012 2013 Potential Units Sold 326,479 342,803 377,084 Proposed Ad Expenditure per Unit 590 590 590 Proposed Advertising Expense $ 192,622,841 $202,253,983 $222,479,382
  • 49. $ 192.6 Million Total Budget AM/FM Radio $34.7 Million 18% $69.3 Million TV 36% $38.5 Million Magazines & Others 20% Internet 26% $50.1 Million
  • 50. $202.3 Million- Total Budget $ 36.4 Million $ 72.8 Million AM/FM Radio TV 18% $40.4Million 36% Magazines & Others 20% Internet 26% $ 52.7 Million
  • 51. $222.5 Million-Total Budget $ 40.1 Million AM/FM Radio $ 80.1 Million TV 18% 36% Magazines & Others 20% $44.5 Million Internet 26% $ 57.8 Million
  • 52. 2011 2012 2013 In Millions Current Est. Expense $462.0 $456.0 $468.0 Proposed Expense for African Americans 192.6 $202.3 $222.5 Additional Marketing Expense 195.4 266.7 309.5 Total $850.0 $925.0 $1,000.0
  • 53. 8% 29% 9%
  • 54. Current Revenue Proposed Revenue Stream Stream 2011 2012 2013 2011 2012 2013 $52,026 $56,708 $61,245 $56,723 $62,385 $67,685 Percent Increase 9% 10% 11% In Millions
  • 55. Current Profit Streams Proposed Profit Streams 2011 2012 2013 2011 2012 2013 $1,579 $2,106 $2,358 $1,973 $3,018 $3,756 Percent Increase 25% 43% 59% In Millions
  • 56. Awareness 1st (+1) 3rd (+2) 3rd (+3) Familiarity 1st (+1) 3rd (+2) 4th (+2) Exc. Opinion 4th (+4) 4th (+3) 4th (+4) Def. Cons 3rd (0) 4th (+2) 4th (+2) Intentions 2nd (+1) 4th (+2) 3rd (+2) Shopping 2nd (+1) 3rd (+2) 4th (+1) Retail Share 3nd (+3) 4th (+3) 5th (+1)

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