YO!

Maki Me Laugh

The Challenge

YO!’s iconic conveyor belt to engage Gen Z and drive store traffic.

With the pandemic halting operations, YO! needed to relaunch its conveyor belt while capturing the attention of Gen Z and creating a joyful dining experience amidst a national decline in happiness.

The Solution

YO! introduced “YO! Maki Me Laugh” during the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, using laughter-detecting technology to power the belt. The campaign featured live comedy from TikTok star Maddy Lucy Dann, alongside user-generated content and influencer partnerships.

The Results:

The campaign significantly boosted YO!'s brand affinity and footfall. The campaign generated:

63

pieces of coverage

8.6%

Increased YO!’s restaurant capacity, and drove an 8.6% rise in the "Find a YO!" feature use

25.5k

Instagram Reel plays

Awards

  • Winner of PRMoment Best Consumer Campaign of the Year
  • Shortlisted for Creative Moment Awards, Best Culture and Entertainment Campaign of the Year

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