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The Pink Bows Foundation, launched after the Astroworld Festival tragedy, is co-producing training events across the world in partnership with leading safety experts On Nov. 5, 2021, 23-year-old Madison Dubiski was one of 10 concertgoers who lost their lives in the Astroworld Festival tragedy. About 50,000 people gathered at NRG Park in Houston to watch … Read more
Across its storied 122-year history, Crayola has never revived a collection of retired crayon colors—until now. As part of its year-long Campaign for Creativity, which centers on the vital role that color plays in inspiring creativity, the brand “unretired” eight beloved hues, then marked the occasion with a nostalgic, family-friendly pop-up “reunion” in New York’s … Read more
Even the smallest of gestures can make an attendee with disabilities feel seen. It’s one of many valuable lessons that fashion retailer Primark learned while planning a fully accessible launch event for the debut of its new 49-piece adaptive clothing range. To support attendees with an array of needs, the brand ensured every detail of … Read more
Dave Zasada, vp-education and corporate responsibility at Intuit, talks partnerships, event content and scaling up a mission The momentum behind personal finance education is growing. In 2024, 25 states adopted policies that guarantee access to at least one personal finance course at public high schools, according to nonprofit Next Gen Personal Finance. And Intuit is … Read more
The world could use a collective deep breath right about now, and brands are responding with Zen-inspired experiences designed to put consumers at ease. As marketers take cues from the sect of Buddhism, which focuses on meditation, mindfulness and maintaining a state of calm, they’re creating sanctuaries where attendees have an opportunity to get present … Read more
In the wake of the wildfires that erupted across the L.A. area on Jan. 7, the events and entertainment industry has come together to offer support, resources and aid to neighbors, friends, families and colleagues. Tonight, stars like Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Olivia Rodrigo, Sting, Jelly Roll, Anderson .Paak and Stevie Nicks will be performing … Read more
The winds of change are in the air, but the Sundance Film Festival is once again taking place in Park City and Salt Lake City, UT, bringing together the movers and shakers of the filmmaking ecosystem, and a selection of sponsors, for 11 days of storytelling and community engagement. While Sundance 2025 (Jan. 23 to … Read more
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover pizza rentals, AI judges and Zen carriages. COMMUTERS TAKE A MOMENT OF PAUSE INSIDE AUDIBLE’S ZEN CARRIAGE If you ask us, “Zen Commute” sounds like an oxymoron, but for a new campaign of the same name promoting … Read more
Many pop culture moments marked 2024, from Brat summer, to Moo Deng the pigmy hippo, to the Willy Wonka fiasco in Glasgow, to the “Glicked” phenomenon, to the viral break dancer from the Paris Games. But industry pros made an impact, too, activating experiences that challenged perceptions, pushed boundaries, drove loyalty and delivered joy. Following … Read more
Plays have been called, flags have been thrown and victories have been clinched throughout this pro and college football season, and amid all the action, brands have been looking to score points with the fans. From “sailgates” to luxury bathroom trailers to germ zones, here’s how sponsors played the field. ALTEC LANSING The industry … Read more
