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Live from SXSW 2024: Six Brands Catalyzing Connections in Austin

Event Marketer

The 38 th edition of the SXSW Conference and Festivals in Austin is officially underway, providing nine jam-packed days (March 8-16) of sessions, music and comedy showcases, film and tv screenings, exhibitions, tech competitions, awards ceremonies—oh yeah, and killer experiential marketing activations. And stay tuned for more coverage.)

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A Guide to Hosting an Unofficial SXSW Event

TicketBud

The South by Southwest (SXSW) festival is an integral part of Austin’s identity as a global center for innovation and creativity. Unofficial SXSW events and showcases are those that run concurrently with the festival dates and are hosted in or around downtown Austin. What is an Unofficial SXSW Event?

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25 best Social Media conferences in 2019

Eventory

Social Media area is constantly changing due to its rapid development. To have your finger on a pulse of the latest news and solutions, the best way is to participate in the best Social Media conferences that will cover the topic. We gathered a list of 25 best social media conferences you don’t want to miss out on.

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35 Creative Product Launch Event Ideas to Try in 2024

Attendease

A successful product launch kicks things off on the right foot, generating buzz and allowing you to bring your offering to market in a memorable way. Influencer Review Kits Send your new product to social media influencers, bloggers, and industry experts, allowing them to experience it first-hand.

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How Peacock Promoted its new AI Drama at SXSW 2023 with Nuns and an Interactive Quest

Event Marketer

As the nuns roamed around downtown Austin, SXSW attendees could stop and talk with them about Mrs. Davis and the battle of faith versus tech. Plastered up and down the streets of Austin, TX, during SXSW—on light posts, walls and columns—were hundreds of red and pink posters featuring a defiant-looking nun in a blue habit.

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How Walmart’s Y2K-themed Summer Rewind Tour Delivered ‘Joy at Scale’

Event Marketer

Allison Rand, Head of Experiential Marketing & Talent Partnerships, Walmart The Y2K-themed Summer Rewind experience prompted plenty of UGC. Naturally, the activation lent itself well to social sharing, whether it was the colorful ball cages and spin art, or the retro, infinity mirror-style photo op among oversized popsicles.

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How Ipsy is Making Over Large-Scale Beauty Events

Event Marketer

There were also beauty demos, panels, fireside chats and guest appearances by beauty brand leaders, celebrity makeup artists and social media personalities. Ipsy’s social media community named top 10 finalists and awarded each with a paid creator contract and trip to be honored at the event in New York.