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Ideas and field notes from the world of brand experiences. Explore the thinking behind our pop-ups, retail environments and cultural activations.
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Measuring ROI in experiential marketing

A practical approach to experiential marketing measurement: clear objectives, realistic budgets, useful data capture and thoughtful follow-up...
Guests inside the Bal Harbour Shops ACCESS courtyard in Destin.

Vehicle activations: taking the brand experience on the road

Buses, trucks and branded vehicles can become stages for product discovery and fan experiences. Explore examples from POPUP's mobile campaigns...
The Equals double-decker brings Ed Sheeran’s album identity onto New York’s streets.

Wine and spirits experiences built around culture

How wine brands connect tasting with music, art and community, with examples from Allegro Cellars, Rabble Wine and Intercept...
The GRAMMY Museum rooftop becomes a block party above Downtown Los Angeles.

Humor, play and participation in brand activations

How humor and interactive design invite people into a brand experience, with examples from Oliver Tree, Ed Sheeran, Hayley Kiyoko and T-Mobile...
A bull-shaped vehicle on a yellow basketball court at Oliver Tree’s Cowboy Tears activation.

Going viral: how experiential activations become shared moments

Explore how live experiences earn attention beyond the event, from A Boogie’s New York listening-party bus to audience participation and thoughtful planning...
A Boogie surrounded by fans

Mall pop-ups: designing for the way people shop

How mall pop-ups connect audience habits, seasonal occasions and product discovery, with examples from T-Mobile, Kamikoto and AliExpress...
The completed Kamikoto kiosk at Roosevelt Field.

Influencer collaborations in experiential marketing

How to connect creator partnerships with live brand experiences, from choosing the right collaborator to planning participation and follow-up...
The completed AliHouse entrance during the Los Angeles summer tour, 2023.

Experiential marketing for Web3 and NFT communities

Lessons from physical gatherings for digital communities: shared identity, accessible participation, art, programming and thoughtful event design...
A colorful digital illustration of a blue figure surrounded by glowing rings and stars.