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10 Marketing Partnerships We Love to Talk About

In celebration of Valentine’s Day and the month dedicated to relationships, we wanted to put together a list of marketing partnerships we love at The L.A. Office. Here’s just ten out of the 200+ partnerships that were born at our events!

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1. Green Giant | Macy’s

Through a networking event, Green Giant started a conversation with Macy’s that put the Green Giant into the MACY’S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE in 2017. Learn more about this promotion here.

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2. Paramount | Acer

Sharing marketing objectives with 150 creative minds leads to some great partnerships!  As Acer discussed their marketing initiatives, Paramount execs went “Beyond Limits” on a partnership with STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS. Consumers could pre-order the Aspire Touch Notebook and receive a STAR TREK Video Game download. Learn more here.

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3. PlayMonster | The Ellen Show

It was a chance meeting where PlayMonster and Telepictures realized that playing the “5 SECOND RULE” game on ELLEN would turn the game into an instant success. Read more about this partnership here.

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4. DreamWorks Animation TV | Denny’s

During a RoadShow Snapshot, DreamWorks introduced their key initiatives to the attendees and Denny’s jumped onboard to promote their “Kids’ Eat Free” Tuesdays.  Kids menus featured new and familiar characters from the Netflix series, DINOTRUX, along with MR. PEABODY & SHERMAN and HOME. Learn more here.

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5. T-Mobile | Chipotle

After presenting at the event, T-Mobile connected with Chipotle and a T-Mobile Tuesday deal was brokered. Chipotle offered free chips & guac among other tasty prizes.

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6. VH1 Save the Music Foundation | Cost Plus World Market

VH1 Save the Music Foundation and Cost Plus World Market teamed up to celebrate the power of music. World market hosted student musicians in select stores to spread cheer to customers during the holiday season. Read more here.

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7. McDonald’s | Delta Vacations

You never know who you are sitting next to… Delta Vacations met a representative from McDonald’s and a partnership to promote the annual McDonald’s MONOPOLY game was born with prize fulfillment as part of one of their largest prize pools ever. Read more here.

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8. Merlin Entertainments | Target

One of the first partnerships born from our first event in 2006, we were thrilled to hear that Target and Madam Tussaud’s connected to bring Target’s mascot, Bullseye, into the New York location of Madam Tussaud’s. Read more about this partnership here.

9. Universal Parks and Resorts | Jel Sert

Universal Parks and Resorts teamed up with Jel Sert’s Fla-Vor-Ice brand to celebrate #BIGFLAVORICEFUN and the chance to win one of two grand prize trips for four to Universal Studios Hollywood or Universal Orlando Resort. Learn more about this partnership here.

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10. Universal Music Group | Marriott Rewards

Marriott International and Universal Music Group connected and launched one of our biggest event success stories. The partnership included exclusive performances by established and emerging recording artists, branded video series, social content, music downloads, ticket offers and more. Read more here.

Bonus! Because we’re so proud of our attendees’ success, here’s one more:

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True Value | Anne Groben & Associates

Anne Groben and Associates helped create a partnership between True Value and YouTube Influencers Chris Salamone and Johnny Brooke for True Value’s ‘Man Cave Promotion.’ Both influencers created a sponsored video creating man cave essentials that can be built by True Value’s products. Learn more here.

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In celebration of Valentine’s Day and the month dedicated to relationships, we’re pleased to extend 20% off your first year when you upgrade to a VIP Membership on MarketingPartnerships.com. Take advantage and upgrade today using code VIPLOVE to unlock your future partnerships! This offer is only good on new upgrades through February 28th.

On behalf of the team at The L.A. Office, thanks for reading and we’ll see you next time!

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Summer 2018: A Look at 7 Theatrical Opportunities for Your Brand

Despite the current weather, it’s never too early to start planning for summer partnerships. Blockbusters come in all shapes and sizes and can seem daunting at first glance, but take a closer look. From known sequels, including a musical, to new franchises, we’ve rounded up seven Theatrical Properties debuting early this summer that are sure to have a marketing opportunity for every brand!

JUNE:

Warner Bros. Pictures: OCEAN’S 8oceans_8OCEAN’S 8 is a comedy heist that continues the OCEAN’S 11 franchise with an all-star cast of women, led by Sandra Bullock. Playing Debbie Ocean, Bullock, along with Cate Blanchette, recruits a crew (Mindy Kaling, Helena Bonham-Carter, Sarah Paulson, Awkwafina and Rihanna) to pull off an impossible mission at the New York Meg Gala. The movie also stars Anne Hathaway, Matt Damon and Dakota Fanning and arrives in theaters June 8, 2018. More details here.

Disney/Pixar: THE INCREDIBLES 2INCREDIBLES_2newTHE INCREDIBLES 2 is the next 3D computer-animated superhero sequel to The INCREDIBLES (2004), which grossed $633 million worldwide at the box office and won several awards, including two Academy Awards. Scheduled to be released on June 15, 2018,  it will feature Holly Hunter, Craig T. Nelson, Sarah Vowell and Samuel L. Jackson reprising their roles. Learn more here.

Universal Pictures: JURASSIC WORLD: FALLEN KINGDOMjurassic_world_fallen_kingdomDebuting June 22, 2018, JURASSIC WORLD: FALLEN KINGDOM is the first in the sequel trilogy and  fourth installment of the JURASSIC PARK series, starring Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard. Set 22 years after the events of Jurassic Park, the movie takes place on the same fictional Central American island off the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, where a theme park populated with cloned dinosaurs has operated for ten years. The park plunges into chaos when a genetically created dinosaur breaks loose and goes on a rampage across the island. Get additional scoop here.

JULY:

Marvel Studios: ANT-MAN AND THE WASPant_man_and_the_wasp_updatedANT-MAN AND THE WASP, based on the Marvel Comics characters Scott Lang (Ant-Man) and Hope van Dyne (Wasp), is the sequel to ANT-MAN (2015) and the twentieth film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Paul Rudd and Evangeline Lilly are back, along with Bobby Cannavale, Michael Peña, Judy Greer, Michael Douglas, Michelle Pfeiffer, Laurence Fishburne, and more. The film is set to hit theaters July 6, 2018. Details here.

Sony Pictures Entertainment: HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3: SUMMER VACATIONhotel_transylvania_3HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3: SUMMER VACATION is an animated fantasy-comedy sequel to HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2, which grossed $473 million worldwide at the box office, and is the third installment in the “HOTEL T” franchise. Known internationally as HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3: A MONSTER VACATION, the movie will feature reprised roles of Adam Sandler, Andy Samberg, Selena Gomez, David Spade, Steve Buscemi, Molly Shannon, Keegan-Michael Key, Kevin James, Fran Drescher, Asher Blinkoff, Mel Brooks and is scheduled to be released on July 13, 2018. Find out more here.

20th Century Fox Filmed Entertainment: ALITA: BATTLE ANGELalita_battle_angelBased on Yukito Kishiro’s Japanese comic (manga) Battle Angel Alita, ALITA: BATTLE ANGEL is a cyberpunk action film, produced by James Cameron and Jon Landau and directed by Robert Rodriguez. Set to debut July 20, 2018, the film stars Rosa Salazar in the title role, with Christoph Waltz, Jennifer Connelly, Mahershala Ali, Ed Skrein, and more. Featuring CGI and new technology that Cameron has been developing, the movie is said to include a similar mix of live-action and computer-generated imagery used in AVATAR. Details here.

Universal Pictures: MAMMA MIA! HERE WE GO AGAINMamma_Mia_Here_We_Go_AgainBonus: Also debuting July 20, 2018 is rom-com musical MAMMA MIA! HERE WE GO AGAIN, the sequel to MAMMA MIA! from 2008 that was based on the musical with the same name. The film will feature most of the characters from the first one, along with Cher, who joins the cast in her first on-screen film role since 2008. Set in Greece, the story finds Amanda Seyfried’s character, Sophie, pregnant and missing her Mom. Learn more here.

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5 Marketing Partnerships in the Beverage Category that will Quench Your Holiday Thirst

Beverage companies are one of the most prominent collaborators for marketing partnerships. With a wide variety of brands and the ability to reach nearly every demographic, there is no shortage of opportunities for unique promotions. Here are five Beverage partnerships that caught our eye.

FERDINAND | Zevia

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20 Century Fox and Zevia teamed up to promote the theatrical release of FERDINAND. The partnership included 1,250,000 limited-edition, commemorative Zevia soda cans, decorated with imagery of FERDINAND and other characters from the film. Read more…

THE WALKING DEAD | Lot 18

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AMC and Lot 18 teamed up with a partnership to celebrate THE WALKING DEAD and it’s eighth season. The partnership included a limited edition wine collection inspired by the characters of the series. The collection was available exclusively on the Lot 18 website. Read more…

STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI | Coca-Cola

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To celebrate the release of STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI, Walt Disney Studios and Coca-Cola teamed up to give fans the chance to win a trip to the film’s premiere. One grand prize winner received hotel and airfare accommodations for a three-night stay, two tickets to the premiere, and $500 spending money. Read more…

UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP | Icelandic Glacial

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Interscope-Geffen-A&M and Icelandic Glacial partnered to promote The Rolling Stones’ “No Filter Tour” in Europe. The bottled water brand was the official water of the tour and provided water for the band and crew of 75 people. Additionally, Icelandic Glacial sponsored a contest to send one fan and a friend from the U.S. to the October 22 show in Paris. Read more…

BLADE RUNNER 2049 | Johnnie Walker

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Warner Bros. Pictures and Johnnie Walker teamed up to celebrate the theatrical release of BLADE RUNNER 2049 with a limited edition Scotch Whisky. The Johnnie Walker Black Label The Director’s Cut whiskey was created by Master Blender Jim Beveridge in collaboration with filmmaker Denis Villeneuve and was packaged in a futuristic bottle as a nod to the period in which the film is set. Read more…

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