Author archive for Rachel Boucher
With a Secret Password, New Yorkers Unlock a Netflix Takeover of Little Italy
The film “The Irishman,” which began streaming on Netflix on Nov. 27, explores organized crime in America following World War II and the disappearance of union boss Jimmy Hoffa. Directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci, the film spans decades, but as part of a buzz-building campaign the...
Lincoln’s Partner-Rich Activation Capitalizes on the Low-Pressure Test Drive
Automakers know that to get consumers to fall in love with a vehicle, they need to get them behind the wheel first. And for a luxury automotive brand like Lincoln, that means avoiding a one-size-fits-all-approach. The brand continues to lean on stylish destinations to supplement the local dealership experience and provide a low-pressure environment for...
Sponsorships Checklist: Four Tips for Brands on Activating for an Active Crowd
A behind-the-scenes look at the evolution of Tough Mudder’s sponsorship program Nearly 10 years ago, Tough Mudder launched by word of mouth on Facebook, drawing several thousand participants in its first year. Now a platform with five different styles, and over 130 events per year in North America, Tough Mudder cleanly staked its claim early...
College Football: Inside McDonald’s Touchpoint-rich Magic City Classic Sponsorship
Authentic sponsorship programs demonstrate a certain level of commitment. And for McDonald’s, the decade-long title sponsor of the 78-year-old Magic City Classic college football matchup in Birmingham, AL, that commitment extends beyond free food and into students’ lives as well as the local community. The McDonald’s Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola, which features a...