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Pint-Sized Fast Food Mascots

KFC's Sanders' Little Helper is an Adorable Trinket for the Holidays

— December 3, 2018 — Lifestyle
Kentucky Fried Chicken is widely represented by the smiling face of Colonel Sanders and this holiday season, the fast food chain introduces the adorable 'Sanders' Little Helper.' It is a miniature version of the friendly mascot modeled after the founder of the chain. The adorable iteration wears the same all-white suit and boasts the iconic waxed goatee as well -- it is small enough to hang on a Christmas tree or sit comfortably in a garland.

Notably, Sanders' Little Helper is not available for purchase, but customers are given the opportunity to win the pint-sized Colonel along with a $150 gift card to Kentucky Fried Chicken. To win, users must simply visit the fast food chain's social media accounts and follow the instructions.
Trend Themes
1. Miniature Fast Food Mascots - Opportunity for fast food chains to create collectible miniature versions of their mascots for promotional purposes and increase consumer engagement during holidays.
2. Social Media Contests - Growing trend of fast food chains using social media platforms to run contests and giveaways, creating buzz and increasing brand visibility.
3. Brand Loyalty Rewards - Opportunity for fast food chains to reward loyal customers by offering exclusive merchandise like miniature mascots, creating a sense of exclusivity and strengthening brand loyalty.
Industry Implications
1. Fast Food - Fast food chains can take advantage of the trend by creating unique collectible merchandise like miniature mascots to attract customers and increase brand loyalty.
2. Marketing and Advertising - The trend of using social media contests and giveaways can create opportunities for marketing and advertising companies to help fast food chains increase their online presence and engage with customers.
3. Promotional Products - Promotional product companies can tap into the trend by working with fast food chains to create small, collectible versions of their mascots as giveaways to boost brand exposure and attract new customers.
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