Email Marketing
The Most Profitable Channel You’re Probably Underusing
Email marketing is not dead.
It’s one of the highest-performing digital marketing channels available — and when done strategically, it consistently delivers some of the strongest ROI across industries.
At Plush Marketing Agency, email marketing isn’t an afterthought. It’s a core growth driver. We handle strategy, design, automation, list building, and campaign execution — whether you’re starting from zero or refining an existing list.
Why Email Marketing Still Works
Email gives you something social media doesn’t: direct access
You’re not fighting algorithms. You’re showing up in someone’s inbox — intentionally.
According to Campaign Monitor:
“Email marketing delivers an average ROI of $42 for every $1 spent.”
— Campaign Monitor
And Constant Contact reinforces its continued impact:
“Email remains one of the most effective ways to reach and engage customers.”
— Constant Contact
Email Marketing builds consistent brand visibility
When executed properly, email marketing:
- Builds consistent brand visibility
- Drives repeat business
- Supports promotions and launches
- Nurtures long-term customer relationships
Converts at higher rates than many paid channels
Industry Highlight: Restaurant & Hospitality Email Marketing
In the restaurant and hospitality industry, email marketing is one of the most predictable revenue drivers available.
Restaurant email campaigns consistently outperform social posts because they reach guests directly — without relying on algorithms.
At Plush, we’ve seen firsthand how powerful this can be.
According to Toast’s restaurant marketing insights:
“Email marketing is one of the most cost-effective ways for restaurants to drive repeat visits and guest loyalty.”
— Toast Marketing Resources
On average, it’s not uncommon for a single well-executed restaurant email campaign to generate around $3,000 in revenue, depending on list size and offer structure.
That translates to approximately a 10:1 to 16:1 return on investment — or $10 to $16 in revenue for every $1 invested in email marketing.
And that’s from one campaign.
Content Fuels Email Performance
Email marketing only works as well as the content inside it.
Professional photography
Strategic videography
Clear messaging
Authentic visuals
Email isn’t just copy. It’s experience.
If you’re wondering how to strengthen your campaign content, explore our Photography and Videography services — because strong visuals directly impact open rates, click-through rates, and conversions.
How Plush Approaches Email Marketing
We break email marketing into four clear phases:
1. Build Your List
No email list? Not a problem.
We help clients grow email databases through:
- Website sign-up forms
- Lead magnets and gated content
- In-store or event capture strategies
- Paid ads designed for list growth
- Incentive-based opt-ins
A strong list is the foundation of everything that follows.
2. Design That Reflects Your Brand
Once your list is established, design matters.
We create:
- On-brand email templates
- Engaging, mobile-responsive layouts
- Clear call-to-action structures
- Visual hierarchy that drives clicks
Your emails should feel like an extension of your brand — polished, intentional, and built for your target audience.
3. Automation That Works in the Background
Automated email marketing keeps your brand visible without constant manual effort.
We recommend setting up automations such as:
- Welcome sequences
- Thank-you emails
- Post-visit follow-ups
- VIP or top-spender recognition
- Birthday or milestone campaigns
- Re-engagement campaigns
Automations create ongoing touchpoints that strengthen customer loyalty and lifetime value.
4. Monthly Campaigns That Keep You Relevant
In addition to automation, we recommend 1–2 email campaigns per month at minimum.
These can include:
- Upcoming events
- Product or menu launches
- Promotions
- Seasonal campaigns
- Newsletter-style updates
- Educational content
Monthly email campaigns maintain consistent visibility while supporting revenue goals.
Why This Matters in High-Trust Industries
We work across major email marketing platforms, including:
- Mailchimp
- Constant Contact
- Klaviyo
- ActiveCampaign
- And restaurant-specific platforms like Toast
Plush has partnered with Toast for over five years, making email marketing a seamless add-on for restaurants already operating within the Toast ecosystem.
If you’re already using a platform, we integrate.
If you’re starting fresh, we guide you.
Landing Pages & Website Integration
Email marketing works best when it’s connected.
If your campaign requires a dedicated landing page for sign-ups, promotions, or conversions, we can:
- Work directly with your website manager
- Or build and manage landing pages in-house
As a full-service digital marketing agency, we ensure your email marketing aligns with your website, paid ads, social media, and broader strategy.
Want a Closer Look at Real Results?
We can also share:
- Case studies
- Performance metrics
- Before-and-after email redesigns
- Automation flow examples
Access to samples is shared after email submission so we can tailor examples to your industry.
Why Plush Is Different
We don’t send emails just to send them.
We:
- Build strategy around performance
- Design with conversion in mind
- Monitor engagement and optimize
- Connect email to your broader marketing ecosystem
Email marketing should feel intentional, not random.
When done well, it becomes one of the most reliable revenue channels your business has.
Ready to Make Email One of Your Strongest Growth Channels?
Whether you need list building, automation, monthly campaigns, or full-service email marketing management, we’re ready to build a strategy that works.
Testimonials
At PLUSH, we take pride in the relationships we build with our clients, and the results speak for themselves. With nearly 40 5-star reviews on Google, our clients consistently rave about the exceptional service, creative solutions, and tangible results we deliver.
Ashrut Rode
Nick Marks from Plush Marketing is great for all your digital marketing needs. I’ve worked with him on many projects and can attest to his character and ability. He has immense experience with restaurants, and I highly recommend anyone in that industry reach out to him. You won’t be disappointed with his work!
Hank Patterson
Plush has consistently provided creative content and timely posting across our social media platforms. They create and implement engaging email campaigns that have added significantly to our bottom line. Their team has exceeded our expectations in meeting the many challenges we have thrown their way.
Brandon Godfrey
My family owns an outdoor living construction company, and we were burnt out from doing our own marketing. Plush not only delivered quality social media posts and fully managed our accounts but also helped us implement a remarkable Google ads strategy that helped us compete against businesses with much bigger budgets. We were even on YouTube TV which was super cool for customers to see.
Evan Keith Langert
Nick is one of the most creative, knowledgeable, skilled, and ethical marketing professionals that I’ve ever known. If you knew me, you’d know that I don’t throw out a lot of superlatives. However, in Nick’s case they are deserved. I’d recommend Nick and Plush Marketing Agency to anyone without hesitation.
P Vang
We transitioned to Plush Marketing Agency at the end of 2021, moving away from an old advertising agency. It has been an incredible journey working with them. They have given life to our Social Media accounts on all platforms working with multiple restaurant concepts. Nick and his team have been accommodating and professional with our needs. We look forward to another amazing year.
Virginia Hamilton
We recently transitioned our marketing efforts to Plush Marketing due to a lack of understanding from our previous agency. Plush Marketing has consistently exceeded our expectations with their responsiveness, impactful ads, and revamped website. We also appreciate how Marielle and Nick have kept us informed and updated throughout the process. We wholeheartedly recommend your amazing agency.
Team Forkepedia
Over the past year or so I’ve been partnering with Plush on creative projects and couldn’t be happier! Their seamless workflow, thorough communication, and ability to go above and beyond with deliverables has made tackling any marketing goal a breeze!
Daphne Rivers
Marielle and her marketing team at Plush Marketing Agency are positively fabulous to work with! They really listened to us at Cover Gals Blinds & Drapes. They created our beautiful website and marketing campaigns that aligned with our vision for our small business. We highly recommend them1
Dominik Rouse
Marielle and her team are such a pleasure to work with. I hired the Plush team for social media consulting and wow there was a lot to cover and learn. I am tapping them for their insights and perspectives on a regular basis now. Honest, trustworthy, hard working and so flexible with my needs.
Go Beyond Traditional Marketing
We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional results for our clients. What sets us apart is our strategic approach.
Our clients have been featured in Forbes, Michelin Guide, DC’s Top 40 Under 40, Best Burgers in Virginia, WUASA9, and so much more.
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Jeffrey Gitomer, The Little Red Book of Selling
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