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SUB-PROCESSES OF CONSUMER ENGAGEMENT IN THE CRAFT BEER CONSUMPTION CULTURES

This research investigates the consumer culture of craft beer and the sub-processes of consumer engagement. Seeking to identify the categories that support the existence of effective engagement, this research generates discussion in relation to cognition, emotion and behavior of consumers. Through a qualitative research, 32 interviews and 75 hours of direct participant observation were carried out. Data were analyzed according to the selected dimensions. Thus, they were observed as sub-processes of engagement: (1) in the cognitive dimension (learning, advocacy and mastery of the ritual); (2) in the emotional dimension (connection, identification and values) and (3) in the behavioral dimension (loyalty, interaction and co-creation). Once aware of these processes, managers can develop more efficient strategies for both engagement and strengthening the brand community.

Keywords:
Consumer culture; Consumer engagement; Sub-processes; Craft beer


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