Sándor Ujhelyi-Kovács Brand Strategy & Experience Director

ABOUT

Context
The project focused on transforming a boutique winery into a clearly positioned premium brand within a highly competitive regional wine market. The challenge was to move beyond product-centric communication and build a distinctive, experience-driven brand with long-term growth potential.

Approach
I introduced a structured growth framework combining brand strategy, product development and customer experience. The work focused on defining a clear positioning rooted in authenticity, personal narrative and regional identity, while aligning business direction, brand and service offering into a coherent system.

Execution
The project included full brand repositioning, portfolio and service development, and the introduction of new sales channels. I led the development of integrated marketing and communication systems across digital and physical touchpoints, including content strategy, campaign planning, SEO and performance optimization. Strategic partnerships and co-branding initiatives were also implemented to strengthen visibility and market presence.

Results
The transformation delivered measurable business impact. Revenue increased by 43% and profit by 49% within 18 months. Brand awareness grew by 280% over two years, while service conversion rates improved by 36%. The winery evolved into a recognisable, experience-driven premium brand with a significantly expanded customer base and stronger market positioning.

MADEIT CREDITS

  • Zsolt Söptei’s WineryClient

Who pooled - Repositioning a boutique winery into a premium, experience-driven brand