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Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have a strategic contribution to economic equality and job creation, especially in rural areas. However, limitations in mastering digital technology, especially in marketing, are still a major challenge for MSMEs in Pepelegi Village, Sidoarjo. This community service activity aims to increase the digitalization capacity of MSMEs through training and mentoring in utilizing Google Maps as a promotional media. The method used in this study is Participatory Action Research (PAR), which includes observation, interviews, training, and evaluation. The location of the activity focused on the MSME Warkop Pojok SR in Pepelegi Village, involving the active participation of local business actors. The results of the activity showed an increase in participants' knowledge and skills in creating and managing business profiles on Google Maps. This has a positive impact on business visibility and the potential for increasing income. Digitalization through Google Maps not only makes it easier for consumers to find business locations, but also provides information regarding operating hours, customer reviews, and business contacts. Thus, this activity is expected to be a model for empowering MSMEs based on digital technology that can be replicated in other areas. The sustainability of the program can be strengthened through cross-sector collaboration to support the acceleration of MSME digital transformation.

This community service aims to empower Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Magelang in adapting sales models from offline to online through the use of digital content. This activity is motivated by the challenges of MSMEs in expanding market reach and increasing competitiveness in the digital era. The implementation method includes socialization, training in creating attractive and effective digital content, assistance in building an online presence through various platforms, and evaluating the impact of implementing digital content strategies on increasing sales and visibility of MSMEs. The results show a significant increase in the understanding and skills of MSMEs in utilizing digital content for marketing and selling their products. In addition, there was an increase in market reach and potential sales growth for the MSMEs involved. This community service activity concluded that intensive assistance in creating and managing digital content has a crucial role in transforming the MSME sales model from offline to online, thereby increasing competitiveness and business sustainability in the digital era.

The regeneration of farmers became crucial in improving the competitiveness of the agricultural sector, especially for millennial farmers. However, the empowerment approaches that were implemented had not been fully optimal. Empowerment often focused only on the implementation of government programs without the active involvement of millennial farmers. This study aimed to analyze the factors that influenced the empowerment process of millennial farmers and to formulate strategies that could be applied in Kapanewon Patuk, Gunungkidul Regency. This research employed a qualitative method with a case study approach, involving interviews, observations, and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs). The analysis used was SWOT and QSPM analysis. The results of the study showed that the involvement of successful farmers played an important role in increasing knowledge, skills, and technology adoption among millennial farmers. In addition, strengthening institutions and farmer groups became an effective strategy in supporting the empowerment process. The conclusion of this study confirmed that a participatory model-based empowerment strategy, by optimizing the support of successful farmers and integrating technology, could enhance the sustainability of horticultural farming. The government and agricultural extension workers needed to design a more adaptive approach, utilize the potential for collaboration with various stakeholders, and strengthen marketing networks to improve the competitiveness of millennial farmers

The increasing intensity of ultraviolet (UV) radiation due to global warming poses serious risks to skin health and has led to a rising market demand for natural-based skincare products. Jabiras Body Scrub is an innovative body care product formulated from guava and brown rice to protect and nourish the skin from UV exposure. This program aims to produce an organic-based skincare product while empowering local farmers as raw material suppliers. The target market includes men and women aged 17 and above across Indonesia, including visiting tourists. Laboratory tests show that each 50-gram package of Jabiras contains 3% vitamin C and 1% antioxidants, which are effective in improving skin condition within two weeks. The product is registered with a Business Identification Number (NIB) and has obtained Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) for its brand and promotional flyer. Marketing strategies are carried out digitally via social media and e-commerce, as well as conventionally through entrepreneurship expos and word of mouth. This initiative has reached its break-even point, with a total of 250 units sold from May to September, generating IDR 9,750,000 in revenue. This activity not only achieved its sales targets but also strengthened the foundation for a sustainable business model that supports local farmers.

This research aims to describe the implementation of digital transformation in marketing strategies among micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the culinary sector, using Nomnom Kitchen in Bandarlampung City as a case study. Employing a qualitative approach with data collection techniques including interviews, observations, and documentation, the research explores the firsthand experiences of business actors in transitioning from conventional to digital marketing. The findings reveal that MSME actors face complex dynamics throughout the digitalization process, involving internal challenges such as limited human resources and digital content management, as well as external opportunities like expanded market reach. Digital transformation emerges as a strategic tool that enhances promotional efficiency, strengthens customer engagement, and fosters a business model that is more responsive to technological advances. The study highlights the importance of digital training and the enhancement of entrepreneurial capacity to optimize the digital potential of MSMEs.

This study focuses on examining the impact of halal certification, product quality, and marketing strategy on the sales of Home Industry food products. A descriptive quantitative approach was adopted to analyze the relationship between variables. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 170 respondents who were food product business actors Home Industry in Sariwangi District, Tasikmalaya Regency, West Java Province. The collected data were analyzed using the Structural Equation Modeling method with a Partial Least Squares (PLS-SEM) approach. The results show that both halal certification and marketing strategy have a significant positive effect on sales of Home Industry food products. Meanwhile, product quality does not show a significant effect on sales. The study also indicates that halal certification has the strongest influence on sales compared to the other variables.

The development of artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly changed the digital advertising landscape. However, consumer trust in the use of AI in digital advertising is a crucial issue to understand. This study aims to analyze the influence of perceived intelligence, transparency, and personalization of AI-based advertising on consumer trust levels. Using a quantitative approach through a survey of 500 respondents who are active social media users in Indonesia, the data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The results of the study indicate that perceived intelligence and transparency have a significant positive influence on consumer trust, while personalization has a moderate influence. These findings provide theoretical contributions to the digital marketing literature and provide practical guidance for marketers in designing AI-based advertising strategies that are trusted by consumers.

This study examines the influence of e-commerce platforms on the growth of MSMEs in the post-pandemic era, focusing on the implementation of entrepreneurial marketing strategies in the digital ecosystem. This research aims to understand how e-commerce platforms help MSMEs in developing more adaptive and effective marketing strategies amid changes in consumer behavior post-pandemic. The method used is a quantitative approach with Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) to analyze the direct and indirect relationship between the use of e-commerce platforms, entrepreneurial marketing strategies, and the growth of MSMEs. The main findings show that the use of e-commerce platforms has a significant effect on entrepreneurial marketing strategies, which in turn encourages the growth of MSMEs. This research contributes to the literature on MSME digitalization, particularly in the context of post-pandemic recovery, and shows how e-commerce platforms can be an important enabler for MSMEs to survive and thrive amid changing market challenges. The urgency of this research lies in its contribution in providing insights into the implementation of innovative digital marketing strategies, which is highly relevant for MSMEs trying to adapt to the post-pandemic business landscape. Keywords: ,

TikTok has become one of the most popular social media platforms with more than 2 billion monthly active users. This makes TikTok a very potential digital marketing tool for various brands and products. One of those TikTok accounts is @hedonestate, an account from a culinary brand that is currently a hit among generation Z with more than 40 thousand followers. This research aims to formulate the right content and engagement management strategy on the @hedonestate TikTok account in order to increase brand awareness and sales of promoted products. The research method used is a qualitative approach with a case study on the @hedonestate account. Data collection is carried out through in-depth interviews with the @hedonestate account manager and a number of his followers, as well as content analysis of the 50 latest TikTok videos uploaded to the account. The data obtained is then analyzed qualitatively to produce content strategy recommendations that are in accordance with the Elaboration Likelihood Model theory, as well as engagement strategies to increase user engagement such as the number of likes, comments, and shares so that it has the potential to encourage product purchase decisions. The results of this research are expected to provide recommendations for effective social media marketing management strategies on the TikTok account @hedonestate, so that it can increase brand awareness and sales of promoted products.

This community service program aims to empower student entrepreneurs through digitalization and strengthening sustainable business capacity. The activities are comprehensively designed with a participatory and experiential learning approach, so that participants not only understand the concepts theoretically but also are able to apply them practically. The program consists of various activities, such as interactive workshops on digital marketing and sustainable business models, business clinics to analyze current business problems, digitalization simulations using online platforms, individual mentoring sessions by business practitioners, and presentations of business plans developed by each participant. A total of 30 students from various study programs were actively involved and demonstrated high enthusiasm throughout the process. A total of 30 students from various study programs were actively involved and demonstrated high enthusiasm throughout the process. Program evaluation was conducted through observation, questionnaires, and assessments of the developed digital action plans. The evaluation results showed significant improvements in cognitive aspects (understanding of digitalization concepts, sustainable business models, and digital marketing strategies), affective (interest and commitment to business development), and application (the ability to develop and present innovative business plans relevant to digital challenges). Ninety percent of participants were able to develop digital action plans that encompassed the use of social media, e-commerce, digital payment systems, and technology integration in business operations. Furthermore, the program encouraged collaboration among students in building business networks and young entrepreneur communities. Positive participant feedback demonstrated that the participatory approach and hands-on practice were effective in increasing student motivation and readiness to face business challenges in the digital era. The program has proven effective in enhancing students' entrepreneurial competencies and fostering an adaptive business mindset.

This study analyzes the influence of Augmented Reality (AR) technology on consumer purchase intention with customer engagement as an intervening variable at Sephora Indonesia. This quantitative research involved 150 respondents who are users of Sephora Virtual Artist, analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The research instrument measures three main variables: Augmented Reality (interactivity, vividness, novelty), Customer Engagement (cognitive, emotional, behavioral), and Purchase Intention (intention, willingness, likelihood to purchase) using a five-point Likert scale. The research results show that AR has a positive and significant effect on customer engagement and purchase intention. Customer engagement also has a positive effect on purchase intention and is proven to mediate the relationship between AR and purchase intention. This study contributes to the AR literature in beauty e-commerce and recommends that Sephora optimize AR features, develop comprehensive customer engagement strategies, and continue investing in AR technology as a competitive advantage.

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) face complex challenges in competing in the global market, where innovative marketing strategies such as experiential marketing are believed to increase brand awareness and consumer loyalty. However, its effectiveness is still debated due to inconsistent findings and the lack of holistic studies that combine quantitative-qualitative approaches. This study aims to analyse the influence of the five dimensions of experiential marketing (Schmitt, 1999) on brand awareness and consumer loyalty of global MSMEs, while exploring the challenges of its implementation. A mixed-methods explanatory sequential design method was used, with quantitative SEM analysis (AMOS 28.0) on 250 global consumers and in-depth interviews with 15 MSME players. Results show the feel (β = 0.48, p < 0.001) and relate (β = 0.35, p = 0.002) dimensions have a significant effect on increasing brand awareness, which acts as a full mediator towards loyalty (indirect effect: β = 0.29, p < 0.01). Qualitative findings revealed cultural adaptation and resource allocation as keys to success. This research provides theoretical contributions by extending Schmitt's (1999) model through the integration of brand awareness as a mediator, as well as practical implications in the form of recommendations for glocalisation strategies and the use of AR/VR technology for MSMEs.

This community service program aims to enhance the productivity and welfare of local farmers through the optimization of male layer chicken production. Male chickens, often considered by-products of the laying hen industry, are generally overlooked and regarded as less economically viable. However, with the application of appropriate farming strategies, male chickens can become an important alternative source of protein to support food security. The methods implemented in this program include training on poultry management, the use of efficient locally-based feed, and the development of marketing strategies for the production output. The results of the program show a significant improvement in both productivity and the efficiency of male layer chicken farming among local farmers. With ongoing support, this program is expected to become a sustainable empowerment model in the small-scale livestock farming sector.

This community service program aims to enhance the productivity and welfare of local farmers through the optimization of male layer chicken production. Male chickens, often considered by-products of the laying hen industry, are generally overlooked and regarded as less economically viable. However, with the application of appropriate farming strategies, male chickens can become an important alternative source of protein to support food security. The methods implemented in this program include training on poultry management, the use of efficient locally-based feed, and the development of marketing strategies for the production output. The results of the program show a significant improvement in both productivity and the efficiency of male layer chicken farming among local farmers. With ongoing support, this program is expected to become a sustainable empowerment model in the small-scale livestock farming sector.

The era of digital transformation demands that the younger generation acquire technology-based entrepreneurship skills, or technopreneurship. However, in the context of Vocational High Schools (SMK), many students still lack understanding and skills in developing structured and applicable business models. This Community Service Program (PKM) was carried out to address this challenge, particularly at SMK Negeri 1 Mengwi, Badung, Bali, by leveraging local potential such as tourism and traditional culinary products. The training program focused on the use of the Business Model Canvas (BMC) as a visual tool for business planning, alongside the introduction of trending technologies such as digital marketing. The activities were implemented in four stages: pre-test, socialization, intensive training, business idea presentation, and post-test evaluation and reflection. A total of 36 students participated in this program. The results of the pre-test and post-test showed an increase in understanding of 53.85% in the aspect of technopreneurship and 58.33% in understanding the elements of the BMC. These findings indicate that practical and visual-based approaches are effective in fostering students’ strategic thinking, collaboration, and creativity in developing business ideas based on local potential and technology. This program also made a measurable and impactful contribution to strengthening vocational students' technopreneurship competencies

The beauty industry is experiencing significant growth due to digital transformation, particularly through the use of brand ambassadors and social media marketing. This study investigates the impact of brand ambassadors and social media marketing on purchase intention, with brand image as the mediating variable. This research focuses on Azarine, the skincare from Indonesia and targets potential consumers in Riau Islands aged 18-44 who follow the Instagram account @azarinecosmeticofficial and recognize Prilly Latuconsina, Syifa Hadju, Angga Yunanda, and Lee Min Ho as brand ambassadors. A quantitative approach was applied using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with SmartPLS software. The research shows that brand ambassadors and social media marketing positively and significantly influence purchase intentions, with a higher direct impact compared to an indirect one through brand image. This study highlights the effectiveness of digital brand strategies in shaping consumer decisions and offers insights for marketing professionals in the beauty sector. These results emphasize the strategic role of celebrity endorsements and content-based engagement in influencing consumer perceptions and purchasing behavior.

Social media has become an effective marketing tool for young artists to introduce and promote their work to a broader audience. This study aims to analyze social media marketing strategies that can enhance the visibility and sales of artistic works. The research employs a literature review approach with content analysis of relevant studies published between 2018 and 2024. The findings indicate that effective social media marketing strategies for young artists consist of three main aspects: personal branding, algorithm optimization, and monetization strategies. Strong personal branding through visual consistency and storytelling has been proven to increase audience engagement and strengthen artists’ competitiveness on digital platforms. In terms of algorithm optimization, the use of short-form videos, consistent posting frequency, and SEO implementation play a vital role in expanding the reach of artistic content. Meanwhile, monetization strategies such as the utilization of e-commerce platforms, subscription-based models, and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) have proven effective in converting audience engagement into a more stable source of income. This study contributes to the development of digital marketing literature within the creative industry and serves as a practical guide for young artists in optimizing social media as a marketing tool. The findings also provide a foundation for the development of more effective and adaptive digital marketing strategies in response to the dynamic and evolving trends of the creative industry.

This study aims to analyze the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) in the development of culinary MSMEs in Central Java Province. A descriptive qualitative approach was used, with data collection conducted through interviews, observations, and secondary document review. Data analysis was performed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model, which allowed for the systematic processing and interpretation of the gathered data. The findings revealed that the key strengths of culinary MSMEs in Central Java include clear market segmentation, strategic locations, and product innovation. These strengths enable the businesses to reach targeted customers effectively and maintain competitiveness in a dynamic market. However, the main weaknesses identified include limited utilization of digital technology and a lack of managerial development, which hinder their ability to scale and improve operational efficiency. The study also highlighted significant opportunities for growth, such as government support for MSMEs and the rapid development of digital technologies that can enhance marketing and operational processes. Despite these opportunities, the threats facing these businesses include intense competition from both local and global players, as well as a low level of interest in entrepreneurship among the younger generation, which limits the growth potential of new businesses. Based on the SWOT analysis, the study proposes a development strategy matrix that MSMEs and policymakers can use to address weaknesses, capitalize on opportunities, and mitigate threats. This strategy emphasizes the need for digital transformation, investment in managerial skills, and fostering an entrepreneurial culture to ensure the sustainable growth of culinary MSMEs in the region. The findings provide valuable insights for both business owners and policymakers to support the development of the culinary sector in Central Java

This study aims to analyze the significance of the influence of price, location, and store atmosphere on customer purchasing decisions at Harno Surya stores. A quantitative research approach was employed, utilizing primary data as the main source of information. The study population consisted of customers who had shopped at Harno Surya stores, although the exact number was unknown. A sample of 176 respondents was selected using a purposive sampling technique. Data collection methods included questionnaires, literature review, and observation. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive analysis, multiple linear regression analysis, t-test, F-test, and the coefficient of determination test.The results of the multiple linear regression analysis produced the equation: Y = 0.534 + 0.181X₁ + 0.426X₂ + 0.329X₃, indicating that price (X₁), location (X₂), and store atmosphere (X₃) all contribute positively to purchasing decisions (Y). The t-test results demonstrated that each independent variable had a significant effect on purchasing decisions. Furthermore, the F-test results showed an F-value of 157.276 with a significance level of 0.000 (<0.05), confirming that the regression model is appropriate for predicting the impact of price, location, and store atmosphere on purchasing decisions. The coefficient of determination (R²) was 0.728, suggesting that 72.8% of purchasing decisions were influenced by the three independent variables, while the remaining 27.2% was influenced by other factors not included in this study.These findings highlight the importance of price, location, and store atmosphere in shaping consumer purchasing decisions, offering valuable insights for retailers seeking to enhance their marketing strategies and store management.

This study examines the digital transformation of the creative arts industry, focusing on how technologies such as Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFT) have altered the creation and marketing of artworks. Digital platforms have expanded market access for artists, opened new opportunities for more efficient business models with lower costs, and created greater possibilities for cross-disciplinary collaboration. In this context, digital technologies allow artists to reach a global audience and sell their works in more innovative and interactive formats, increasing audience participation in the creative process. However, these developments also face significant challenges, such as increasingly intense competition, rapidly shifting trends, and limitations in resources to optimally implement these technologies. Furthermore, while there are significant opportunities in the global market, some artists in Indonesia still face difficulties in accessing and utilizing the latest technologies. With the creative economy contributing 7.16% to Indonesia's GDP in 2018, this study aims to provide an overview of the dynamics of the arts industry in the digital era and explore potential strategies to support the development of a more adaptable creative ecosystem. These strategies include digital training, strengthening cross-sector collaboration, and enhancing digital infrastructure to facilitate the future growth of the creative arts industry.