AUGUST PERIOD CARE'S VIRAL COMMUNITY-FIRST MARKETING STRATEGY

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August built rapid growth by openly normalizing periods and using a community-first strategy that prioritizes relatability over traditional ads. It has grown to 400K TikTok followers and 187K Instagram followers by using founder-led content and high volume testing that attract and convert Gen Z audiences aged 16-29. It focuses on organic content first and uses paid ads only for retargeting. It scales reach through programs like campus advocates and partnerships with brands like DoorDash and USA Track and Field.