Voice Z Digital is proud to celebrate a major milestone: serving 100 small businesses across New Hampshire!

As a student-run digital marketing agency at the UNH Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics, Voice Z provides real-world marketing solutions while giving students hands-on professional experience. Reaching 100 clients represents 100 businesses that trusted students with their brand and growth.

Supporting Small Business Growth

Our 100th client, Rooted Rose Recreation and Wellness, came to Voice Z through the New Hampshire Small Business Development Center (NH SBDC). Like many entrepreneurs, the team needed strategic support to improve their website, strengthen SEO, and clarify messaging as they expanded their business.

Voice Z students conducted a website audit, restructured key pages, enhanced SEO strategy, and developed content aligned with the company’s next phase of growth. The result: a stronger digital foundation designed to increase visibility and bookings.

Real-World Experience. Real Impact.

When NH SBDC clients need help with website development, SEO optimization, social media strategy, or digital content production, they are referred to Voice Z. Students work directly with clients, managing real deliverables, real deadlines, and real expectations.

Thanks to grant funding, services are fully subsidized for participating small businesses. With a typical digital marketing project often costing $10,000 or more, Voice Z students have delivered over $1 million in value across 100 projects.

From website builds and SEO strategy to commercial-style video production, our teams help businesses modernize their digital presence while developing the skills that prepare them for careers in marketing.

A Community Milestone

This milestone reflects the strength of collaboration between students, faculty, small businesses, and community partners. Voice Z continues to support New Hampshire’s entrepreneurial ecosystem while preparing the next generation of marketing leaders.

Read the full UNH feature on our 100-client milestone:
👉 https://www.unh.edu/news/2026/02/helping-small-businesses-grow-unhs-voice-z-digital-reaches-100-clients

Watch our featured interview with WMUR-TV:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfYVCZtXHKU

Here’s to the next 100!

In today’s digital landscape, authenticity is everything. Consumers are bombarded with branded content daily, making it harder for companies to earn trust. That’s where User-Generated Content (UGC) comes in – a powerful tool that helps brands connect with their audiences in a genuine and impactful way.

What is User-Generated Content (UGC)?
UGC refers to any content created by your customers or followers that features your brand. This includes:

Reviews & Testimonials – Honest feedback from real customers builds trust.
Social Media Posts – Customers sharing their experiences can expand your reach.
Photos & Videos – Visual content adds credibility and engagement.
Blog Posts – Customers writing about your brand helps establish thought leadership.

Why UGC Matters for Brands
UGC isn’t just a trend—it delivers measurable results:
– UGC-based ads get 4x higher click-through rates than traditional ads.
– Brands using UGC see a 161% increase in engagement on social media.
– 90% of consumers say authenticity influences their brand choices.
By showcasing real customer experiences, you humanize your brand and make it more relatable to potential buyers.

How to Encourage More UGC
Want to get customers involved in creating content for your brand? Here are some proven strategies:
1. Create a Hashtag Campaign
A unique, branded hashtag makes it easy for customers to tag and share their content. Make it short, memorable, and relevant to encourage participation.
– Example: Nike’s #JustDoIt campaign invites users to share their fitness journeys.
2. Run Contests & Giveaways
People love free stuff! Encourage customers to post photos, videos, or testimonials featuring your product in exchange for a chance to win a prize.
– Example: A skincare brand can ask followers to share their before-and-after results using a branded hashtag to enter a giveaway.
3. Ask for Reviews & Testimonials
Customer feedback builds trust! A simple shoutout or small incentive (like a discount code) can encourage people to leave reviews that boost credibility.
4. Feature Customers on Your Socials
Turn happy customers into brand ambassadors by resharing their posts, tagging them, and fostering a sense of community.
Pro Tip: Make UGC easy and fun—the simpler the process, the more likely people will participate!

Where to Use UGC for Maximum Impact

UGC is versatile and can be repurposed across multiple marketing channels, including:
✔ Social Media – Engage audiences with authentic customer experiences.
✔ Website Product Pages – Strengthen credibility with real reviews and testimonials.
✔ Email Marketing – Incorporate UGC to make campaigns feel more personal.
✔ Paid Ads – UGC-based ads outperform traditional brand-created content.
Start Leveraging UGC Today!

Authentic content drives engagement and sales, making UGC a must-have strategy for modern brands. If you’re looking to integrate UGC into your marketing, Voice Z Digital can help! Check out our Social Media Strategy Package to turn UGC into a powerful marketing tool.