Author archive for Jessica Heasley
Activating Multiple Brand Extensions at Singular Events
Line extensions might seem exciting to product development types. But when it comes time to market multiple (and often very similar) brands at one event that can be tricky business. Cannibalizing the equity in each line is a risk. Confusing consumers with too many or unclear brand messages is another. For multiple brands in the...
At Unconferences Attendees Ditch Scheduled Sessions and Make Up Their Own
You’ve labored over the schedule planned high-energy breakout sessions designed fun networking opportunities made sure to break the speakers up into tight 20-minute segments and punched up the entertainment. But ask attendees what they love best and all they can think about is the snack break. Jeez. Fear not seminar warrior. There’s a way to...
The Seven Secrets of Municipal Sponsorships
In 2003 Snapple’s groundbreaking $106 million deal with New York City guaranteed the beverage brand exclusive access to the Big Apple’s 1 200 schools. The partnership made headlines and drew national attention.
Brands Leverage Fitness to Make the Mind-Body Connection
Now that obesity is one of America’s top-of-mind issues brands that make fitness a creative part of their event programs can win mindshare change perception and even help their targets shed a few pounds. Putting some muscle behind your commitment to healthy living isn’t always a walk in the park though.