Sampling

“This opportunity gave us a chance to tap into other areas, like food and wine, lifestyle, the fandom around our location of Scum and Villainy, and has created opportunities for all of our various marketing partners across social… So we were able to have a synergistic event across so many of our verticals.” –Jill Hudson, […]

Ritz’s brand purpose is all about creating “moments of welcome.” So to boost awareness of its new “Everything” Toasted Chips flavor, the brand crafted a lighthearted, family-friendly sampling experience designed for high engagement and visibility during the NCAA Men’s Final Four tournament in Houston. The activation, hosted at the Final Four Fan Fest, served as […]

As consumers continue to prioritize their health and wellness, many are cutting back on alcohol and joining the booming sober-curious movement. In fact, according to new research from Mintel, nearly four in 10 U.S. consumers closely (22 percent) or occasionally (16 percent) follow a sober-curious lifestyle. Naturally, the non-alcoholic (NA) beverage category is thriving as […]

With hundreds of events and activations taking place throughout Austin over the 10-day SXSW 2023, it’s no wonder that the brands that brought a bite to eat, a sample to sip, or a product to try quickly stood out from the pack. But at the show this year, seven brands lured festivalgoers with full-on explorations […]

From Sober October to Dry January to the booming sober-curious movement, a fast-growing number of consumers are aspiring to lead more balanced lifestyles by cutting down on booze. And savvy marketers are carving out time and space within their events and activations to ensure that those riding the alcohol-free wagon feel comfortable, welcome and seen. […]