Kait Shea

The essence of aperitivo culture is wending its way into sampling experiences, offering attendees a slice of the beloved Italian social ritual of gathering for light, pre-dinner drinks and bites, and unhurried conversation, within vibrant branded settings. And a host of consumer behaviors and appetites is feeding the trend, from the rising popularity of early-evening […]

This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover vintage showrooms, goddess energy and one crappy fleet of vehicles.

Fast-paced, livestreamed shopping was one of the most pervasive trends spotted on the show floor at the 20th annual New York Comic Con (Oct. 8-11 at the Javits Ceter), and all of the action took place right inside the exhibits. The QVC-style broadcasts included sophisticated cameras and lighting, live hosts, and screens within the footprint […]

The 20th anniversary of New York Comic Con embodied everything the convention is renowned for, from the marketplace to the masquerade. In our jaunt through the Javits Center, we spotted trends in collectibles and content, and exhibit tactics worth stealing. Read our recap of the best on- and off-site experiential moments.

This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover Sleep Exchanges, “Street Fighter” IRL and Food Vaults.