Author archive for Kait Shea
The Brief: Y2K House Parties and Mechanical Condiments
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover Y2K house parties, chocolate heists and “Ride the Ranch.” FIRE UP YOUR GAME BOY AND SHAKE YOUR MAGIC 8 BALL—IT’S A Y2K HOUSE PARTY Gen Z’s utter fascination with Y2K-era fashion and culture continues to sashay its...
We Were at Barbie Dream Fest—Here’s What the Viral Event Was Really Like
Oh, Barbie. We wanted to go party. Alas, we spent a lot more time scratching our heads at Barbie Dream Fest 2026 than enjoying the experience. Hosted March 27-29 in Fort Lauderdale, FL, the cost of tickets to the inaugural convention ranged from roughly $70 for a day pass to $450 for a VIP weekend...
Eight Pro Tips on Using Real-Time AI Language Translation in B-to-B Events
As b-to-b audiences become increasingly international, and brands prioritize accessibility and inclusivity, real-time AI language translation is becoming a powerful addition to the event marketer’s toolkit. From traditional, large-scale conferences to sales kickoffs and beyond, companies are investing in AI-powered translation tools and platforms designed to enhance engagement on-site, and save time and resources behind...
The Brief: Garden Parties and Beauty Multiverses
This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover Pink Ben, haircare torture tests and the beauty multiverse at SEPHORiA 2026.