Kait Shea
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B-to-C Events
The Brief: Skinsurance Offices and ‘Shrinking’ Mazes
This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover Skinsurance Offices, The Impossible T and “Shrinking” mazes.
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B-to-C Events
Coachella 2026: How 25 Brands Took Experiential Marketing to the Desert
Headliners rocked the Empire Polo Grounds at Coachella 2026, but it was the brands that truly reached fever pitch.
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B-to-C Events
The Brief: Food Courts and ‘X-Files’ Extravaganzas
This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover Chili’s food court, dog-friendly deli shops and “X-Files” fan extravaganzas.
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B-to-C Events
The Brief: Bubblegum Trolls and Pet ASMR
This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover Bubblegum Trolls, Man-icures and pet ASMR.
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Agency Life
As Mergers and Acquisitions Soar, Agencies Point to a ‘Fragmented’ Market
Mergers and acquisitions are cropping up at an unprecedented rate as the demand for live events, global reach and expanded capabilities surges; AI looms; and private equity firms tighten their grip on the thriving business of events. And all of this wheeling and dealing is altering the industry paradigm. Read on for a look at […]
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B-to-C Events
Experiential Marketing Trend of the Week: Charm Bars
At a time when many consumers are suffering from digital fatigue and seeking more meaningful interactions, brands are leveraging tactile, personalized experiences that send attendees home with a physical keepsake that extends the life of the event. We’re talking about charm bars, intimate touchpoints where participants can slow down, get hands-on and customize something they’ll […]
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B-to-C Events
How Superhuman Used SXSW as Launchpad for its Rebrand and AI Ethos
Three days of panels, performances, comedy sketches—and an interactive journey through the evolution of communication When Grammarly merged three AI-forward productivity platforms and rebranded as Superhuman just before the holidays, the timing wasn’t quite right for a large-scale debut. But by the time March and SXSW 2026 rolled around, the company saw a clear opening […]
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B-to-B Events
The Brief: Mulch Mobiles and T-Rex Leather
This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover Lowe’s Mulch Mobile, ship resurrections and lab-grown T-Rex Leather.
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B-to-C Events
The Brief: Y2K House Parties and Mechanical Condiments
This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover Y2K house parties, chocolate heists and “Ride the Ranch.”
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B-to-C Events
We Were at Barbie Dream Fest—Here’s What the Viral Event Was Really Like
Oh, Barbie. We wanted to go party. Alas, we spent a lot more time scratching our heads at Barbie Dream Fest 2026 than enjoying the experience. Hosted March 27-29 in Fort Lauderdale, FL, the cost of tickets to the inaugural convention ranged from roughly $70 for a day pass to $450 for a VIP weekend […]
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