Technology
Big Bets in Experiential at SXSW 2019, from Netflix to Sony to Lululemon
If ever there were an event that lets brands flex some strategic muscle, it’s SXSW. The annual Austin-based conference and festivals, this year March 8-17, attracts influential and savvy audiences that hail from the film, emerging tech and music industries. Engaging this crowd is a tall order for brands, some of whom forgo traditional activations...
Three Ways Kendra Scott Masters Retail Events
If you think your brand produces a lot of live experiences, you might not be familiar with Kendra Scott. The fashion retailer places in-store events at the heart of its marketing strategy, hosting 10-15 events per month at each of its 94 locations. To say the brand has mastered the ability to execute retail experiences...
The Do’s and Don’ts of Using Augmented Reality in Events
Three brands offer tips on how to leverage AR for live experiences As augmented reality continues to infiltrate the mainstream, brands are going all-in, experimenting with the technology through mobile apps and AR glasses in an effort to engage consumers and business partners alike. But like most technology, leveraging AR comes with its fair share...
Google Activates ‘Be Internet Awesome’ Campaign at Dad 2.0 Influencer Conference
To spread awareness about its Be Internet Awesome campaign, which teaches parents, educators and kids the fundamentals of online safety and digital citizenship, Google created a carnival-themed activation at Dad 2.0, a dad blogger and influencer conference in San Antonio, TX, from Feb. 21-23. Dads shot hoops, worked a claw machine, knocked over “bad” passwords...