Myrtle Beach coastline
Mountain High Outfitters
Tanger Outlets — Hwy 17, Myrtle Beach, SC

Grand Opening
Marketing Strategy

A comprehensive, data-driven launch plan for Mountain High Outfitters' newest location — built to dominate the Myrtle Beach market from day one.

30+ Locations
Nationwide
18.6M Visitors
Annual Tourism
No REI
Within 3.5 Hours
Curated Strategy Packages

Our Top 3 Strategies

Three distinct approaches tailored to Mountain High Outfitters' Myrtle Beach launch. Click any card to reveal the full execution timeline.

01

The Foundation

Maximum impact, minimum spend — the essentials that move the needle

$13K
Budget
$242K
12-Mo Revenue
+1834%
12-Mo ROI
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02

The Contender

Recommended

Full-spectrum launch — serious market entry with every channel firing

$30K
Budget
$460K
12-Mo Revenue
+1435%
12-Mo ROI
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03

Market Domination

Own the Grand Strand — every channel, every audience, total dominance

$75K
Budget
$1.2M
12-Mo Revenue
+1452%
12-Mo ROI
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Interactive Budget Builder

Build Your Investment

Drag the slider to explore how your marketing budget unlocks tactics across every channel. Higher investment activates more strategies.

$25K
Recommended Tier
$10K$25K$50K$75K$100K+
11
of 25 Tactics
$25K
Allocated
12
Categories
1/2
Branding & Creative
2/4
Digital Marketing
1/2
SEO & Local Search
2/2
Community Outreach
1/2
Nonprofit Partnerships
1/2
5K Runs & Events
0/2
Direct Mail
0/2
Billboards & OOH
2/2
Coupons & Promotions
0/2
Influencer & Ambassador
0/1
Grand Opening Event
1/2
PR & Media Outreach
Projected Returns

Anticipated ROI

Revenue projections based on your $25K investment, Myrtle Beach market data, and MHO's historical performance across 30+ locations.

1,269
Est. Monthly Customers
$24K
Est. Monthly Revenue
6 Months
$185K
Projected Revenue
ROI+640%
Customers7,614
Investment$25K
12 Months
$413K
Projected Revenue
ROI+1552%
Customers15,228
Investment$25K
18 Months
$662K
Projected Revenue
ROI+2548%
Customers22,842
Investment$25K

* Projections based on MHO avg. transaction value ($85), Myrtle Beach tourist traffic multiplier (1.35x), and industry conversion rates. Actual results may vary.

Full Strategy Breakdown

Marketing Tactics

11 of 25 tactics activated at your current budget. Click any card to build your own custom combination.

Ask Our Marketing Experts

Optimized for highest ROI and revenue impact

Execution Timeline

24-Week Roadmap

A phased approach from pre-launch through sustained momentum. Active tactics shown in color, locked tactics shown dimmed.

W4
W8
W12
W16
W20
W24
Local Brand Identity Package
Google Ads — Search & Shopping
Email & SMS Marketing Setup
Local SEO Foundation
Chamber of Commerce & Business Partnerships
Signature Nonprofit Partnership Program
Local PR & Media Campaign
Running Club & Outdoor Group Partnerships
Monthly Community Event Series
Grand Opening Promotional Offers
Local Loyalty & Referral Program
Professional Photo & Video Shoot
Paid Social Media Campaigns
Highway Billboard Campaign
Local Influencer Partnership Program
Content SEO Strategy
Targeted Direct Mail Campaign
Display & Retargeting Network
Local OOH & Transit Advertising
Grand Opening Weekend Celebration
MHO Coastal 5K — Signature Race
MHO Brand Ambassador Team
Charity Event Series
Ongoing PR & Community Stories
Seasonal Direct Mail Series
Essential
Recommended
Premium
Investment Tiers

Choose Your Level

Three strategic tiers designed for different goals. Each builds on the last, adding more channels and deeper market penetration.

Essential

$10K — $15K

Core foundation: local SEO, social media, grand opening event, PR, and community partnerships. Gets you in the game.

6 tactics included:
Running Club & Outdoor Group Partnerships$1,500
Chamber of Commerce & Business Partnerships$2,000
Grand Opening Promotional Offers$2,000
Local SEO Foundation$2,500
Local Brand Identity Package$3,000
Email & SMS Marketing Setup$1,500
Current Selection

Recommended

$25K — $35K

Full-spectrum launch: adds paid search, 5K race, influencers, direct mail, billboards, and content strategy. Serious market entry.

12 tactics included:
Running Club & Outdoor Group Partnerships$1,500
Chamber of Commerce & Business Partnerships$2,000
Grand Opening Promotional Offers$2,000
Local SEO Foundation$2,500
Local Brand Identity Package$3,000
Signature Nonprofit Partnership Program$3,000
Local PR & Media Campaign$3,000
Google Ads — Search & Shopping$3,500/mo
Paid Social Media Campaigns$5,000/mo
Email & SMS Marketing Setup$1,500
Monthly Community Event Series$1,500/mo
Local Loyalty & Referral Program$1,500

Premium

$50K+

Best-in-class: everything above plus ambassador program, ongoing PR, seasonal campaigns, and charity event series. Market dominance.

22 tactics included:
Running Club & Outdoor Group Partnerships$1,500
Chamber of Commerce & Business Partnerships$2,000
Grand Opening Promotional Offers$2,000
Local SEO Foundation$2,500
Local Brand Identity Package$3,000
Signature Nonprofit Partnership Program$3,000
Local PR & Media Campaign$3,000
Google Ads — Search & Shopping$3,500/mo
Paid Social Media Campaigns$5,000/mo
Grand Opening Weekend Celebration$8,000
Email & SMS Marketing Setup$1,500
Monthly Community Event Series$1,500/mo
Local Loyalty & Referral Program$1,500
Display & Retargeting Network$2,500/mo
Content SEO Strategy$3,000
Targeted Direct Mail Campaign$4,000
Professional Photo & Video Shoot$4,500
Local Influencer Partnership Program$5,000
Highway Billboard Campaign$6,000/mo
MHO Coastal 5K — Signature Race$8,000
Charity Event Series$2,000/quarter
Ongoing PR & Community Stories$2,000/quarter
Seasonality Analysis

Year-Round Strategy

Myrtle Beach sees 18.6 million visitors annually with dramatic seasonal swings. Our strategy adapts month-by-month to maximize both tourist and local engagement.

Peak Season
Shoulder Season
Off Season

Off-Season Strategy: November — February

When tourist traffic drops, MHO pivots to deep community engagement. The off-season is when you build the loyal local customer base that sustains the business year-round.

Local Loyalty Push

Double loyalty points, locals-only events, and community appreciation weeks

Fitness Partnerships

Partner with local gyms, yoga studios, and CrossFit boxes for cross-promotions

Holiday Campaigns

Gift guides, holiday wrapping events, and Black Friday/Cyber Monday blitzes

Content & SEO

Build content library for spring/summer — trail guides, gear reviews, local adventure content

Myrtle Beach Intelligence

Market Research

Deep-dive into the Myrtle Beach market — demographics, competitive landscape, community organizations, and media contacts.

Demographics & Market Overview

40,535
City Population
479,426
Metro Population
18.6 million
Annual Visitors
$42,000
Median Income
40.2
Median Age
3.5% annually
Growth Rate
Key Market Insight

One of the fastest-growing metro areas in the U.S. — No REI within 3.5 hours

Tourism & HospitalityRetailHealthcareReal EstateConstruction

Competitive Landscape

Bass Pro Shops

Big Box0.5 miles
StrengthsMassive selection, fishing/hunting focus, tourist destination
WeaknessesNot lifestyle-focused, overwhelming, no community engagement
MHO OpportunityMHO wins on curation, lifestyle positioning, and community

Dick's Sporting Goods

Big Box3 miles
StrengthsWide sporting goods selection, team sports
WeaknessesGeneric, not outdoor-specific, no premium brands like Patagonia
MHO OpportunityMHO offers premium outdoor brands Dick's doesn't carry

The North Face (Tanger)

Brand StoreSame complex
StrengthsStrong brand recognition, outlet pricing
WeaknessesSingle brand only, no lifestyle curation
MHO OpportunityMHO carries TNF plus 160+ other brands — one-stop shop

Columbia Factory Store

Brand Store2 miles
StrengthsAffordable outdoor basics, outlet pricing
WeaknessesSingle brand, factory/outlet positioning
MHO OpportunityMHO offers premium positioning vs. outlet/discount

No REI in Market

GapNearest: Charlotte (3.5 hrs)
StrengthsN/A — significant market gap
WeaknessesN/A
MHO OpportunityMHO fills the REI-shaped hole in Myrtle Beach — premium outdoor lifestyle with community focus

Community Partners & Organizations

Grand Strand Running Club
Running

Largest local running community — ideal for 5K co-hosting

Surfrider Foundation (Grand Strand)
Environmental

Beach cleanup events, strong local following

Sea Beyond Foundation
Environmental

Ocean conservation education — aligns with MHO values

Coastal Conservation League
Environmental

SC-wide conservation advocacy

Winyah Rivers Alliance
Environmental

River and watershed protection — paddling community

Market Commons Run Club
Running

Active Facebook group, weekly runs

Long Bay Paddlers
Paddling

Kayak and SUP community

Myrtle Beach Pelicans
Sports

Minor league baseball — cross-promotion opportunities

NMB SUP & Outdoor Adventure
Outdoor

Stand-up paddleboard and outdoor recreation Meetup

Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
Business

Ribbon cutting, networking, business directory

Local Media Contacts

TV
WMBF News (NBC)
843-839-9623
TV
WBTW News13 (CBS)
843-293-1301
TV
WPDE ABC15
wpde.com
Print
The Sun News
Print
Post & Courier MB
Magazine
Grand Strand Magazine
Digital
Myrtle Beach Herald
myrtlebeachherald.com
Business
Horry County Business Journal