April 2010

Cover Story

Dell goes back to school

Dell’s new experience extended strategy pushes publicity and word of mouth before the live event



Best Practices

Sampling 2.0

Facebook and Twitter give local sampling events broader reach

Steal this idea: Harley-Davidson...

How Harley-Davidson revved up a new product launch



Field Report

Head Count: The 2010 Census Road...

Portrait of America Road Tour rolls through nation

Winter Dew Tour

The festival showcased sponsor activations that connected through self-expression



Green Lights

Guilt-Free Tchotchkes

In anticipation of Earth Day on April 22, The Advertising Specialty Institute published its first-ever list of top ecofriendly giveaway items.

Waste Not

Food Donation Act enables event marketers to share food with those in need



Trends

How AT&T Used a Sharp Playlist...

Long after the events are over, the playlists live on

Flash Nights

Brands roll out sneak peeks in the days before the main event

LG and State Farm Text Success

How to mix mobile devices with the need for speed to boost engagement at events

Snap Happy

2D barcodes create instant connections with event attendees

Virtual Event Innovations

Four virtual event innovations to watch for in 2010.




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Auto Brands Go Old School for Car Show Activations

Auto Brands Go Old School for Car Show Activations

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MINI Cooper Straps a Car to a Rocket to Launch New Vehicle

MINI Cooper Straps a Car to a Rocket to Launch New Vehicle

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Challenge Accepted

CiscoLive! proves that technology can streamline some of the industry’s biggest logistical and strategic challenges

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Dial for Men Gets Fans Dirty… and Clean

Dial for Men Gets Fans Dirty… and Clean

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Coke's Olympic Pavilion

The massive Coca-Cola experience at the 2010 Winter Olympics begins with a tour of memorabilia and Olympic history, then features an HD movie about the Games.

Winter Olympics: Panasonic in 3D

Inside Panasonic’s 3D Winter Olympics Experience

Data Collection That’s Not a Drag

Mandatory data collection in a live experience can make some brands seem like telemarketers. But do it just right and consumers will flock to your footprint.

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