The pop-up shop has long been a staple of experiential marketing, a way to combine a big brand with a fun, unique adventure the attendees can gush about to their friends. Even better, the temporary nature of pop-ups creates scarcity, and with it a desire to experience something before it's gone. The McRib Effect, to boil it way down.
Bobby Johnson
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How CPG Brands Can Benefit from the Pop-Up Shop
Sep 9, 2022 4:30:00 AM / by Bobby Johnson posted in Insights, Experiential
The Future of Snacks in 2022
Aug 31, 2022 8:35:19 PM / by Bobby Johnson posted in Insights, Trend Reports, CPG, Food
America is busy, hungry, and looking for a moment of peace and comfort. And the data shows that snacking is the perfect affordable little break in a hectic day.
We dove into four major recent studies about the state of snacking in the United States in 2022, and have brought you insights about the past, present, and likely future of packaged snack foods.
Learn what America is snacking on, when they’re snacking, and where they’re buying those snacks.
The Role of Brands in Mental Health Awareness
Aug 26, 2022 10:30:00 AM / by Bobby Johnson posted in Social Media, Beauty, Health and Wellness
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, approximately one in five U.S. adults experience mental illness in a given year.
7 Facts You Didn't Know About Back-to-School Shoppers
Aug 24, 2022 6:48:32 PM / by Bobby Johnson posted in Trend Reports
A recent 1Q survey polled 200 parents of kids between Pre-K and senior year of high school about their back-to-school shopping habits.
4 Things Gen Z Hates About the Car Buying Experience
Aug 23, 2022 5:34:21 PM / by Bobby Johnson posted in Insights, Automotive
The car-buying experience has always been hit-or-miss for most people, but Gen Z in particular has some pet peeves that dealers need to be aware of if they want to make a sale.
Five Trends to Watch in the World of Esports
Aug 19, 2022 1:27:00 PM / by Bobby Johnson posted in Insights, Sports & Entertainment
Esports are barreling toward mainstream adoption, if they’re not already there, with professional leagues bringing in millions of fans and over a billion dollars.
Gen Z Wants Product Samples and Don't Care Where They Get Them
Aug 17, 2022 4:18:34 PM / by Bobby Johnson posted in Insights, Trend Reports, CPG, Food
Everyone knows the importance of product sampling, that’s hardly news. However, a glut of new reports and studies have revealed that Gen Z not only loves sampling, but it plays a large part in why they shop where they shop. Product sampling also has a huge effect on what they buy.
Can Influencers Tarnish Your Brand?
Aug 10, 2022 7:57:11 PM / by Bobby Johnson posted in Insights, Social Media
Influencers are everywhere and only growing more mainstream. Duke University now has an influencer class at their school that teaches students how to grow their social media platforms, and Kris Jenner is teaching MasterClasses on personal branding.
5 Tips for Marketing Your Events During Turbulent Times
Aug 10, 2022 3:41:01 PM / by Bobby Johnson posted in Inspira News
Inspira Marketing CEO Jeff Snyder joins other industry luminaries in sharing their strategies for event marketing in sensitive or difficult times.
5 Strategies for Event Planners to Meet Growing Attendee Expectations
Aug 5, 2022 11:00:00 AM / by Bobby Johnson posted in Experiential, Employee Spotlights, Inspira News
Inspira Marketing CEO Jeff Snyder shares his top strategies for keeping attendees engaged no matter the size of the event. He also stresses the importance of creating a community to help attendees feel invested.