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Insights for brands and operators
Practical thinking on activations, tastings, event marketing, reporting, and compliance — written for the people who put brands in market.
Is In-Store THC Sampling Legal in Texas?
A careful, operator-focused look at Texas in-store THC sampling, consumable hemp rules, retailer approvals, product documentation, and why legal review should come before any activation.
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TABC Licensing and Why It Matters for Alcohol Promotions, Tastings & Events
A plain-language primer on TABC certification and why compliant staffing matters for tastings, on-premise activations, and events — plus where to verify current requirements.
Measuring ROI from Retail Activations: What Actually Moves Sales
A simple, actionable framework we use with spirits brands to set goals, track the right KPIs, and prove the value of off-premise tastings and activations.
Behind the Scenes: Building Events That Elevate Your Brand
What goes into an activation that feels effortless — from planning and staffing to execution and breakdown — and why the prep is where brands are won or lost.
Event Marketing That Sells: Turning Guests into Loyal Customers
Trial gets a guest to try your brand once. Here's how to design activations that turn that first taste into repeat purchases and loyal customers.