MAC’S SPEED SHOP
The Details

Since 2005, Mac’s Speed Shop has been firing up the smoker & turning up the volume, slinging award-winning BBQ, craft beer & live music across the Carolinas. With nine locations & nearly 20 years under their belt, they came to us looking to stay sharp in a fast-moving market with fierce competition.

We delivered a fresh new social media strategy built to drive engagement, spotlight their crave-worthy menu & reflect their edgy, no-BS brand. From content creation & photography to PR, influencer marketing & micro events, we’re helping Mac’s stay plugged in & top of mind, fueling their next chapter.

SERVICES

Social Media, Photography & Styling, Content Creation, Public Relations, Micro Events, Influencer Marketing

Social Media

For Mac’s, we aim to bring their bold, no-frills brand to life across every social post. We use their feeds to spotlight their delicious food & drinks, weekly specials & community events—creating content that’s engaging, on-brand & impossible to scroll past.

Results

Time Period: October 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025

  • Followers: 13,815

  • Follower Growth: 1,148

  • Growth Rate: 9.06%

  • Average Engagement Rate: 4.68%

  • Total Engagements: 6,298

  • Average Reach: 633

  • Total Reach: 134,619

  • Total Shares: 779

BEFORE

AFTER

We take a community-first approach to PR for Mac’s, mixing traditional tactics with local activations & influencer outreach to keep the buzz going. Whether through media coverage, micro events or strategic partnerships, our goal is to keep Mac’s visible, relevant & connected to their communities.

Public Relations

The Charlotte Observer:

It’s cold outside, but some of Charlotte restaurants’ best chili can help warm you up.

Axios Charlotte:

Get it while it’s hot

WCCB Rising Tasty Tuesday:

Mac’s Speed Shop making Super Bowl parties easy

WBTV QC Life:

Super Bowl Dished at Mac’s Speed Shop

The Charlotte Ledger Podcast:

20 years of beer, bikes & BBQ, with Tony Salerno of Mac’s Speed Shop

Scoop Charlotte:

Where kids eat free in Charlotte

Queen City News Positively Charlotte:

Taste of the food and live performances at Mac’s Speed Shop

Unpretentious Palate:

Where to enjoy live music while dining in Charlotte

We regularly create unique experiences for local influencers that showcase Mac’s unique atmosphere & energy to drive greater reach & audience engagement.

Influencer Marketing

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