Author archive for Jessica Heasley
Websites Extend the Lifespan of Live Events
Having a web presence as part of a fully integrated event campaign is no longer a nice add-on; it’s now an almost expected part of the mix both for b-to-b and consumer events. But marketers are taking the medium to the next level.
How to Protect Sponsorships from Fallen Stars
It’s all fun and games until somebody loses the series—or fails a drug test or wrecks that shiny new race car or gets arrested or burns a house down or well you catch our drift. Can your sports sponsorship stand on its own if your team (or its marquee athlete) doesn’t perform? As any experienced...
Graffiti Artists Put Their Mark on Mainstream Brands
It might seem counterintuitive but letting someone else put their mark on your product might be the hook you need to connect with certain consumers. That’s why marketers are signing deals with street-style artists—letting them create distinctive looks for otherwise mass-produced goods. Sneaker companies are leading the movement but the trend clearly has legs outside...
Cutting a Deal with Fair and Festival Properties
If you suspect your mobile marketing vehicle may be as much of an attraction as the events you’re bringing it to there’s good news. When it comes to negotiating with properties and venues there’s sometimes wiggle room at the negotiation table. But to get the best deal you have to know your value and your...