B-to-C Events

  • New Year’s Eve Roundup: How Alcohol Brands Spiked Their Sampling Events in 2018

    Good drinks often come with good stories, and brands across the spectrum of spirits and beers set out to create them this year using experiential to bring them to life. From explore-able spaces to unusual pairings to cheeky activations to a b-to-b setting rife with pomp and circumstance, on the eve of a new year, […]

  • Exclusive by Design: How Hospitality Experiences Drive Brand Loyalty

    Insights from Citi, Grant Thornton, Under Armour and TE Connectivity There was a time not so long ago when hospitality experiences were nothing to write home about. The setup, usually part of a sports sponsorship, generally included a few beers and bites under a sad white tent, and when the game ended, so did the brand […]

  • Three Insights on Activating at Art Basel without a ‘VIP’ Experience

    Between the world class art and parties, standing out at Art Basel is a tall order. For Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, introducing consumers in the Miami Beach market to its independent hotels across the world, including its Royal Palm South Beach Miami property, required a dose of color and characters—something the brand is known for. Teaming […]

  • Year in Review: The Top Experiential Trends and Strategies of 2018

    Following several heavy tech years in experiential marketing, 2018 served up a rich design story. Creatives flexed their muscles to better integrate technology into design. And while in years past, marketers would check “photo activation” off the list of mainstay touchpoints in events, this year, more so than any other year, events in their entireties […]

  • Six Holiday Experiences That Proved it’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

    Few things shine brighter than the creative campaigns dreamed up by event marketers during the holidays. From playful pop-ups to eye-catching installations to imaginative window displays to digital engagements, brands go all-in to connect with consumers amid the busiest shopping season of the year. This year was no exception, with all manner of brands coming […]