CLUB IQ August2017 | Page 35

It needed to be modern, stylish and sophisticated and it needed to have an aspirational feel. Streamline the identity A major consideration with the rebrand was the club wanted patrons to immediately know who they are and what they do. They wanted to be easy to relate to and not to confuse their audience. The club also boasts a very successful functions centre, however, there was a disconnect in the old branding, with many patrons from the function centre not recognising it was part of the club, which resulted in the club not maximising the flow on from this resource. Along with technology upgrades to bring the venue up the best of city standards, the rebrand has been extended to incorporate the York Events space as well. Rocky Massaria, CEO of Club York said, “Following our strategic planning session in 2016, the club held a series of focus group sessions with members and staff which led to a number of recommendations being submitted for Boar consideration. Amongst these, it emerged that the club had a bit of an identity crisis and that we’d become and address, like many other “…on York” businesses in the street. “ “We wanted to have our own identity as a club and hence the name ‘Club York’. This, coupled with the new style of food offerings has proved very successful, resulting in record F&B sales in the opening month and a substantial spike in new members”, Mr Massaria added. Broaden the appeal. The club knew they needed to revitalise its image and broaden its appeal. The club’s city location is also one that is highly evolved and innovative. It needed to keep pace and be noticed in a very congested and competitive market. Think we only do ATMs? Think again. The new identity needed to become more relevant to it city audience. The club has engaged and worked with its members and staff along each step of the rebranding process. They may have a new name, a new look and new food and beverage offering - but they have retained their friendly staff and high standards of customer service which research showed were one of their major assets. For a preview of the new look and feel, check out the Club York website here >> www.clubyork.com.au A total in-venue payment and cash management solutions provider, offering a broad range of Gaming Integration products and services. • • • • Cashier Assist Terminals Secure Smart Safes EFTPOS Terminals Cash Redemption Terminals (CRTs) Call Toll Free: 1800 764 409 Come and see our full range of products on Stand 322 at the ICC Sydney Darling Harbour 15-17 August Delivering more banktech.com.au