A LoyaltyLobby reader forwarded me a copy of Starwood Preferred Guest Advisory Community invitation that they had received.
Communispace runs this for SPG and it is used to gather “intelligence” from frequent guests such as what they like/dislike about promotions, hotels and amenities offered.
Unfortunately there is no link that I could publish.
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Here’s copy of the email text:
As a valued Starwood Preferred Guest® member, you may be eligible to join a prestigious gathering of members in the Starwood Preferred Guest Advisory Community. This important online discussion group has terrific influence over our guest programs, future marketing efforts and brand initiatives.
If selected, you will gain:
- Valuable interactions with other Preferred, Gold and Platinum members. You’ll exchange travel experiences and tips with other seasoned travelers.
- The opportunity to earn 1,250 bonus Starpoints® per month for a total of up to 15,000 bonus Starpoints per year. You earn this simply by spending about 10–20 minutes per week sharing insights with this secure online community.
- The chance to provide feedback and influence positive change in our promotional offers, in-hotel products and services, and websites.
If you are selected, you will be notified by email within several weeks. Thank you for your continued participation in the Starwood Preferred Guest program. We look forward to providing ever-improving service through insights shared by this important group.
We cordially invite you to Apply To Join.
Sincerely,
Starwood Preferred Guest
And more information on the website:
Conclusion
Starwood apparently made a major purge among the members of this community and is now inviting fresh bodies to participate to the discussion. It is an easy way to earn some free Starpoints in lieu for your time (if you got the invite).
I was part of similar “community” from Hyatt years ago that was also hosted on the Communispace platform that was terrible. I hope that they have done some updates.