Multi modal hierarchical reinforcement learning framework for dynamic sports sponsorship optimization

This paper presents a novel approach to optimizing sports sponsorship strategies by integrating reinforcement learning (RL) with a multi-modal hierarchical framework, enhancing real-time decision-making using diverse data sources such as computer vision, natural language processing, and graph neural networks (GNNs). The system utilizes RL to dynamically optimize sponsorship strategies across strategic, tactical, and operational levels. Using the Meta-Soft Actor-Critic (Meta-SAC) algorithm, it adapts to real-time data streams, including social media sentiment, event footage, and stakeholder interactions. Our system demonstrates a 25-35% improvement in ROI, a 20-30% increase in brand exposure, and a 15-25% rise in audience engagement compared to conventional strategies. The proposed RL-driven, multi-modal framework significantly outperforms traditional methods, providing scalable, adaptive solutions for optimizing sports sponsorship effectiveness.

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Scientific Reports
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2025-12-18
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https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-27915-9
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Consumer Behavior in Brand Consumption and Identification
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Multi modal hierarchical reinforcement learning framework for dynamic sports sponsorship optimization

Qifeng Yu
Scientific Reports
Consumer Behavior in Brand Consumption and Identification
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Multi modal hierarchical reinforcement learning framework for dynamic sports sponsorship optimization

Qifeng Yu
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Abstract

This paper presents a novel approach to optimizing sports sponsorship strategies by integrating reinforcement learning (RL) with a multi-modal hierarchical framework, enhancing real-time decision-making using diverse data sources such as computer vision, natural language processing, and graph neural networks (GNNs). The system utilizes RL to dynamically optimize sponsorship strategies across strategic, tactical, and operational levels. Using the Meta-Soft Actor-Critic (Meta-SAC) algorithm, it adapts to real-time data streams, including social media sentiment, event footage, and stakeholder interactions. Our system demonstrates a 25-35% improvement in ROI, a 20-30% increase in brand exposure, and a 15-25% rise in audience engagement compared to conventional strategies. The proposed RL-driven, multi-modal framework significantly outperforms traditional methods, providing scalable, adaptive solutions for optimizing sports sponsorship effectiveness.

Scientific ReportsVol. 15(1)
Chengdu Sport University (CN)
Openalex Percentile: Top 48%
Consumer Behavior in Brand Consumption and Identification
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