This week on the Pixlee blog, see how Pixlee brands Slyde Handboards and Reno Tahoe launch social media contests to gather user-generated content and educate customers on what their brands have to offer.

‍#SlydeHandboards: Slyde Handboards give you the power to bodysurf and ride the waves with the palm of your hand. With such a unique product, Slyde Handboards uses user-generated content to enhance product education on their site and promote product discovery on Instagram by working with Instagram influencers.  Browse the Slyde Handboards homepage gallery to see tons of real life, water action shots!Pro Tip: Leverage real customer photos to educate potential customers on your product and show them how to use your product.

 #RenoTahoe: Reno Tahoe recently launched its Welcome to Selfietown contest asking contestants to share an Instagram selfie shot from anywhere in #RenoTahoe and tag @renotahoeusa in order to be entered to win a two-night return trip to Reno Tahoe! As a popular summer destination, this contest is a great way to engage existing Reno visitors and get browsers excited about planning a trip to Reno Tahoe this summer.Pro Tip: Run an Instagram contest to encourage and collect more user-generated content for your brand!