Target Market Research & Outreach for Therapeutic Horticulture Training


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Market research Digital marketing Lead generation Marketing strategy Social media marketingSkills
marketing email marketing lead workflow lead follow-up social media outreach social media content creation marketing researchRoot in Nature Inc. is looking for creative, driven students to help expand the reach of its Therapeutic Horticulture Team Training Program—an innovative initiative that helps organizations use nature to enhance well-being and teamwork.
This hands-on project will give you the opportunity to:
✅ Build targeted contact lists and identify key markets
✅ Craft compelling marketing messages that resonate with potential clients
✅ Develop engaging email campaigns & social media content
✅ Apply digital marketing strategies in a real-world business setting
Why Join?
🌿 Gain valuable experience in market research, content creation, and digital marketing.
🌿 Work on a meaningful project that promotes well-being through nature.
🌿 Strengthen your portfolio with real-world marketing campaigns.
🌿 Make an impact by helping a growing company reach more clients.
By the end of the project, you’ll have practical marketing experience, an expanded skill set, and a stronger resume—all while contributing to a movement that improves mental health through nature-based solutions.
Learn more here:
As part of this project, students will contribute to real-world marketing efforts by creating key assets that help expand the reach of Root in Nature’s Therapeutic Horticulture Team Training Program. The deliverables include:
1️⃣ Target Market Research & Contact Lists
📌 Comprehensive lists of potential clients, including organizations and industries that would benefit from the program.
📌 Categorization by industry, location, and relevance to ensure targeted outreach.
2️⃣ Key Messaging Development
📌 Creation of a strategic messaging guide that highlights the program’s unique benefits.
📌 Custom messaging for different audiences, ensuring relevance and impact.
3️⃣ Engaging Marketing Materials
📌 Three email sequences designed to nurture and convert leads, including:
- Awareness email (introducing the program)
- Engagement email (showcasing benefits & success stories)
- Conversion email (driving action & sign-ups)
📌 Five social media posts tailored to different platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc.), focusing on:
- Educational content on the benefits of Therapeutic Horticulture.
- Success stories/testimonials to build credibility.
- Engagement-driven posts (polls, interactive content, behind-the-scenes insights).
The Final Impact
By the end of the project, students will have gained practical experience in market research, content strategy, and digital marketing—all while contributing to a meaningful initiative that promotes well-being through nature.
Providing specialized, in-depth knowledge and general industry insights for a comprehensive understanding.
Sharing knowledge in specific technical skills, techniques, methodologies required for the project.
Direct involvement in project tasks, offering guidance, and demonstrating techniques.
Providing access to necessary tools, software, and resources required for project completion.
Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.
Supported causes
The global challenges this project addresses, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Learn more about all 17 SDGs here.
About the company
Root in Nature™ strengthens human health by connecting people with plants and nature through therapeutic horticulture, while serving as a training hub and professional growth platform for practitioners in the field.
We offer in-person therapeutic horticulture services in Ottawa and virtual therapy world-wide, along with a growing suite of online courses and a robust international practitioner network called GrowTH: Grow Therapeutic Horticulture.
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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada