Sampling

Country Time Lemonade noticed a pain point among its consumers over the summer: Kids across the country were getting busted for setting up lemonade stands. Yup, you read that right. The time-honored tradition, often one of the first ways children learn about entrepreneurship and business, actually violates local laws in some municipalities that require a […]

To increase its presence in the U.S., Australia-based vitamin and supplement brand Swisse activated a destination for its “wellness warrior” target at Wanderlust 108, Sept. 9 in Brooklyn, NY, offering consumers a soothing lounge, garden and detox center. Wanderlust 108, a one-day event series as part of the larger Wanderlust festivals, is described as “the […]

Halloween is an experiential holiday. Between Halloween events, costumes, multisensory elements and, of course, “sampling,” it creates a natural opportunity for brands to infuse a little fun and engagement into the annual traditions. Entertainment platform Vevo last year hosted a Halloween extravaganza for employees that included a carnival freak show and plenty of engagement with […]

As much of the culinary world continues to hype complex meals featuring exotic ingredients and unconventional combinations, Barilla is keeping things simple. The 141-year-old pasta brand touted its understated approach Sept. 21-23 at the Laver Cup tennis tournament in Chicago with chef demonstrations, cook-offs and a clean design aesthetic that underscored its messaging. Part of […]

Wandering down a crowded street, a man dressed as Mario physically holds a replica Nintendo coin box above his head. Nearby, scores of consumers wait in a three-hour line to participate in a 10-minute escape room experience. No, we’re not in an alternate universe. This is Comic-Con International: San Diego, the original event platform for […]