Category Archives: Advertising

Pop Up Night Club

Posted on September 10, 2013 by

Parties attract crowds and Coors Light did just that. Quoting Field of Dreams: “If you build it, they will come.” With the help of a flash mob, #CoorsLight built a pop up night club inside a Las Vegas casino floor. … Continue reading →

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Corona Moon Lime

Posted on June 12, 2013 by

For those who dare to color out the box, I want to share with you an impressive billboard by Corona that pushes new limits for outdoor advertising.  The message is simple and the artwork is split over 2 vertical boards. … Continue reading →

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Budweiser helps Toast new friends

Posted on April 26, 2013 by

Beer is social by nature. Usually, it is the catalyst to good times shared  amongst friends, families and even strangers. The moment that sums up the excitement is the “Toast.” Around the world there are different terms used: Cheers, Skaal, Salud, Prost, … Continue reading →

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Not your traditional beer delivery by Coors Light

Posted on April 15, 2013 by

The element of surprise, harnessed correctly can help deliver what brands are looking for: Shock & Awe. After finishing reading “Winning the Customer” by Lou Imbriano, one concept stuck with me: SCD (Simple Creative Dominating). When developing a promotion, all … Continue reading →

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Sol Beer delivers freedom

Posted on March 24, 2013 by

Too many brands are becoming comfortable with their traditional sampling efforts. Notable examples are tap take overs or sending in models to purchase a round of beers at a tavern. On paper these might produce some great one on one … Continue reading →

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Heineken delivers on its “Open Your World” campaign

Posted on December 7, 2012 by

Heineken is building of their successful 1st journey story were a gentlemen traveled from Shangdu in Inner Monguolia to Bangkok, Thailand and his only form of payment was a Heineken bottle.  Along the way consumers were able to view weekly youtube … Continue reading →

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Enrich the beer shopping experience

Posted on November 29, 2012 by

With almost 80% of the beer volume being sold in the off premise segment (grocery & convenience stores), brands are focusing on innovate ways to grab the attention of consumers at retail. The following campaign from Red Strip surely breaks … Continue reading →

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Football fields are the new Corona Beach

Posted on August 17, 2012 by

In recent years Corona has been searching for ways to expand the brands appeal and drinking occasions. At one point the brand was tied in 100% to sandy beach imagery. In recent years the brand took the relaxation and escaping … Continue reading →

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Budweiser cleverly extends happy hour

Posted on August 15, 2012 by

The problem with all happy hours, is that they all cease at some arbitrary time set by a bar. Happy hours exist to attract patrons who want to socialize, laugh and share stories over a bite & drink. Budweiser, in … Continue reading →

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Miller Lite showcasing strength of video.

Posted on August 12, 2012 by

Video is a powerful tool to showcase passion, camaraderie and all around support, especially for your favorite sports team. Miller Lite, the official beer sponsor of the Mexican soccer team Club Deportivo Guadalajara, widely known as Chivas has embraced their … Continue reading →

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