What they were up against.
Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment. While firmly #1 in the United States, the Caterpillar Paving Products division lagged behind the brand’s other prolific divisions on a global stage. The division had a strong foundation but needed help telling its story in branded environments to help increase awareness and grow sales. Yamamoto concepted and developed the Caterpillar Innovation Center, a world-class digital and environmental experience, as well as CAT’s global trade show experiences and digital tools.
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What happened next.
The new CAT Innovation Center made an immediate impact. More than 2,500 prospects attended the Visitor Center with a lead close rate of 70% and $35 million in incremental sales.