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January 24, 2025

Master Customer Segmentation with Influence’s Memberships

Ellie Bradford
January 24, 2025

Discover how Influence’s Memberships feature helps eCommerce businesses create personalized, segmented loyalty programs that drive engagement, retention, and scalable growth.

Announcements

As eCommerce continues to evolve, businesses are increasingly looking for new ways to strengthen customer loyalty and drive engagement. Traditional loyalty programs often fall short in addressing the diverse needs of customer bases. Enter Influence’s new Memberships feature - designed to help businesses create highly personalized, segmented loyalty programs that increase customer engagement and retention.

This blog introduces the Memberships feature, highlighting its value for eCommerce businesses and how it can be a game-changer in building customer loyalty.

To provide businesses with the flexibility they need, we’re launching Memberships in two phases. Phase 1 focuses on providing core functionalities that help businesses create tailored loyalty experiences. In Phase 2, we’ll be adding even more advanced features to further enhance the program's capabilities.

Let’s dive into how Memberships can transform your loyalty strategy and set you up for long-term success.

What Is the Memberships Feature?

Influence’s Memberships feature allows businesses to create specific customer groups with customized loyalty rules and rewards. With Memberships, businesses can assign customers to groups based on various criteria, such as purchase behavior, order frequency, or even the type of products they buy.

A welcome page to a premium club with loyalty rewards

Key features of Memberships (Phase 1):

  • Assign customers to groups using Shopify Flow, API, or CSV uploads.
  • Customize loyalty rules for each group, including unique earn/redeem rates.
  • Dynamic group-specific rewards displayed through widgets on your site.

This flexibility allows businesses to offer a more personalized experience, ensuring customers feel valued and engaged in ways that matter to them.

Why Memberships Matter for Your Business

1. Personalized Customer Experiences

One size does not fit all when it comes to customer loyalty. 

With Memberships, businesses can tailor their loyalty programs for different customer segments, such as B2B versus B2C audiences. 

For example, a B2B customer might receive bulk discounts, while a B2C customer may enjoy personalized offers based on their past purchases. 

This customization makes customers feel understood and valued, which in turn strengthens loyalty.

A page showing the steps to setting up Memberships

2. Enhanced Engagement

When customers receive exclusive, relevant perks, they’re more likely to remain loyal. Memberships keep customers engaged by offering rewards that resonate with them. 

For example, offering early access to new products or members-only discounts encourages repeat interactions and drives more sales. 

The more relevant the rewards, the more likely customers are to keep coming back.

3. Increased Retention

Customer retention is the backbone of any successful loyalty program. By understanding customers' unique needs and preferences, Memberships allow businesses to reward customers in meaningful ways, increasing the chances of retaining them long-term. 

When customers feel that their loyalty is appreciated and rewarded, they are more likely to stick with a brand.

4. Predictable Revenue Streams

In addition to fostering customer loyalty, Memberships offer businesses the opportunity to generate consistent, recurring revenue. 

Paid membership programs, subscription-based models, or exclusive perks for loyal members help businesses plan and forecast more effectively. 

This stable income allows businesses to focus on growth while ensuring they maintain a strong cash flow.

5. Scalable Growth

As your customer base expands, it can be difficult to maintain a personalized experience. Memberships offer a scalable solution that adapts to businesses of all sizes. 

Whether you have a small group of loyal customers or a large, diverse base, Memberships ensure that your loyalty program remains relevant and effective as you grow.

Real-World Applications of Memberships

Here are just a few ways you can use Memberships to create a tailored experience:

  • Reward VIP customers with exclusive perks, such as personalized discounts or early access to new products.
  • Offer higher referral bonuses to influencers or customers who help grow your brand.
  • Design different loyalty structures for B2B and B2C customers, ensuring both segments are rewarded in ways that resonate with them.
The members area of a members only club showing rewards unlocked for being a member

The possibilities are endless, and Memberships offer the flexibility to create a program that suits your unique business model.

Coming Soon: What to Expect in Phase 2

Phase 1 of Memberships introduces foundational features, and Phase 2 will expand on this to offer even more impactful tools for growing your loyalty program. Here’s what you can look forward to:

1. Paid Membership Enrollment: Enable customers to join exclusive membership tiers by paying to enroll. This opens up opportunities for businesses to offer premium perks, creating a new revenue stream while delivering additional value to members.

2. Subscription-Based Memberships: With integrations to platforms like Loop Subscriptions, Phase 2 will allow you to set up and manage subscription-based memberships seamlessly. This provides recurring revenue opportunities and ensures ongoing engagement with your most loyal customers.

3. Site-Wide Discounts for Members: Reward your members with site-wide discounts automatically applied at checkout, simplifying the experience and offering a tangible benefit for joining your loyalty program. This feature enhances customer satisfaction and incentivizes repeat purchases.

Your Next Step Toward Personalized Customer Engagement

Influence’s Memberships feature is a game-changer for businesses looking to deliver personalized loyalty experiences. Whether you're looking to reward VIP customers, engage different customer segments, or drive predictable revenue, Memberships offers a flexible, scalable solution. 

As Phase 2 developments roll out, the capabilities of Memberships will only grow, offering even more opportunities to enhance your loyalty strategy.

Don’t miss out on this powerful feature. Start using Memberships today and see the difference personalized customer engagement can make for your business.


Ready to elevate your loyalty program with Memberships? Get started with Influence today and unlock the full potential of personalized customer engagement.