Author archive for Juanita Chavarro Arias
The Top Thrills, Chills and Frills from IAAPA Expo 2024 in Orlando
The theme park and attractions industry isn’t known as the “business of fun” for nothing. When manufacturers and suppliers of roller coasters, water slides, arcade games, inflatables, f&b, haunts and theming come together, it’s a lively show floor filled with rides, lights, laughter and screams, not to mention tasty samples and sensorial experiences. IAAPA Expo...
Q&A: Audible’s James Finn Reflects on the Impact of Experiential, Authenticity and Fandom
Throughout this year, Audible has set out to prove that its experience isn’t limited to the ear. The brand has embarked on a tour of tentpole festivals in the U.S., popping up with themed activations ranging from ski lodges to carnivals, while also taking part in international events and fan cons to reach new markets...
Cheetos Challenges Fans to Escape Chester Cheetah’s Cabin Using their ‘Other Hand’
It’s impossible to enjoy Cheetos without getting a little, or a lot, of Cheetle on your fingers—you know, that signature orange dust. A Cheetle-covered hand can get messy, and that’s the premise behind Cheetos’ “Other Hand” campaign, which launched in the spring and highlights the challenge of keeping one hand free while eating the cheesy...
Podcast: Looking Back on the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics, with GMR’s Jeff Handler and Dennis Jenders
The Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games took the world by storm this summer, and hundreds of event and experiential professionals were on the ground taking in the sights and sounds of the French capital, while making brand activations happen. We spoke with Jeff Handler, vp-Olympic and Paralympic clients, and Dennis Jenders, executive strategy director,...