Community Innovation

  • Convert visibility into sales.
    Our challenge was to show real world results that would resonate with future clients, strengthen manufacturer & community relationships, and position Chimera as the integrator that does good and delivers results.

  • 1. Create live proof-of-value

    • Partnered with the local YMCA, donating and installing security equipment to serve as a live pilot site.

    Collected data, plus a formal testimonial that validated our technology in a trusted community environment.

    2. Turn impact into exposure

    • Produced storytelling pitch that led to an NBC5 News feature and a joint presentation at ISC East, co-presented with the YMCA.

    • Extended reach through social and trade channels to showcase how innovation and community collaboration can coexist.

    3. Leverage credibility for growth

    • Equipped the sales team with proof of value materials, used in proposals and discovery meetings.

    • Shared the story with manufacturers and association partners to spark joint demo and comarketing opportunities.

  • 1. Live proof-of-value

    • Created a replicable success story the sales team now uses in pitches to similar facilities, directly referenced in multiple winning proposals.

    2. Earned media (NBC5) & conference visibility

    • Drove top of funnel awareness; NBC5 segment and ISC East session generated new inbound leads and partner introductions.

    3. Human centered storytelling

    • Differentiated Chimera from tech only competitors, making trust building and value conversations easier in early sales calls.

    4. Manufacturer co-presentations

    • Strengthened alliances with key vendors, resulting in more bundled bids and shared pipeline opportunities.