Tom Sheahan

Tom Sheahan

Tom Sheahan is the CEO of Red Oxygen, a leading business SMS solutions provider that works with retail brands in the U.S. and beyond.

Using Text Messages to Boost Valentine's Day Sales

One of the most lucrative holiday shopping times of the year is almost upon us, and retailers must be ready to capitalize on it. Text messages can play an integral role in the success of the Valentine’s Day shopping season if retailers plan ahead and utilize a strategy that can both boost sales and increase…

Navigating Mobile Carrier Rules to Ensure Text Campaign Effectiveness

While we know retailers could be utilizing text messages more as part of their everyday communications strategy, those that are using this mode of communication may have noticed some changes lately. If your brand has incurred higher bills and more blocked messages, know this: it isn't alone. It’s due to some major changes from a…

Retailers Should Be Texting Customers More: Here's How to Do it Effectively

While many industries have embraced short message service (SMS, or more commonly referred to as texting) as a meaningful way to communicate with customers, many retail brands still haven't adopted the practice with regularity. As retailers consider changes in marketing tactics, increasing text message campaigns should be part of the discussion. People are on their…