Kait Shea

If your cheeks haven’t flushed with “Barbie” fever this summer, you’re in the minority. The Warner Bros. movie took the world by storm even before its July 21 debut, with a slew of brand collaborations, and a global premiere event circuit that served as an experiential extension of the blockbuster film.

Industries across the board are grappling with rising overheads and shrinking budgets, but there’s one area that businesses must be willing to invest in to stay afloat in today’s marketplace: their people. From the Great Resignation to “quiet quitting,” workers are demonstrating that they expect more than a pay stub for their hard work and […]

The phrase “a rising tide lifts all boats” isn’t often associated with competing brands. But when it comes to increasing visibility for women’s sports, sponsors are steadfast in their commitment to inspiring other brands to jump aboard.

Somewhere between 2020’s DEI reckoning and the violent rhetoric queer people are facing in 2023, the level of support provided to the LGBTQ+ community by brands has taken a nosedive. Look no further than the obvious lack of brand-backed Pride events, advertising and charitable donations this year. It’s a turbulent time that calls for organizations […]

San Diego Comic-Con was poised for a banner year in 2023, but when Hollywood writers and actors launched the SAG-AFTRA strike, the fate of the 53-year-old fan convention was in question. Industry giants Marvel and DC Comics didn’t show up, there wasn’t enough talent for the event’s myriad panels, and brands that typically build large-scale […]