A few years ago, one of our clients, a brand with one of the largest sponsorship portfolios in their home country market, would call us in a panic three or four times a year. Their exclusive renewal window with a
In marketing planning, it’s easy to default to scale, reach, impressions, coverage. And those metrics matter. They drive awareness, support media efficiency, and provide easy comparable. But as pressure mounts on marketers to do more with less, sponsorship portfolios are
Whether you’re inside a global enterprise or a high-growth challenger, the tension between speed and structure shows up eventually. Rivian is a fraction the size of Toyota. Gymshark didn’t exist until long after Nike was already a global icon. But
Most brand owners don’t consciously consider category endemicity when making sponsorship decisions. It’s rarely named, but it’s always at play. When the alignment is obvious—like Gatorade in sport or LEGO in play—it’s easy to lean on fit. When the alignment
Sponsorship is often misunderstood inside the walls of a brand organization. While marketers closest to the work, and leaders who “get it,” see its potential clearly, getting full internal alignment, including leadership buy-in, can be more complicated. That misalignment can
Global Sponsorship Trends Webinar 2025 Audio Global Sponsorship Trends Webinar 2025 Video Global Sponsorship Trends Written Report 2025 Global Sponsorship Trends 2025 Report Executive Summary The sponsorship landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by shifts in consumer behavior, technological advancements, and
In an era marked by rapid technological transformation and shifting consumer expectations, marketers are facing unprecedented challenges. The impact of economic uncertainty has heightened scrutiny on marketing spend, compelling teams to justify every investment with tangible results. Amidst this landscape,
The marketing landscape is evolving rapidly, and the future will be dominated by smaller, more agile marketing teams within large brand owner organizations. As the traditional 500-person marketing organization becomes less common, marketers who adapt to rapid change will secure
Sponsorship is often more complex than other forms of marketing, with a wide range of moving parts. From securing rights to valuation, scoping assets, negotiation, and finalizing agreements, sponsorship is a heavy lift. But it’s only once a sponsorship is
Let’s face it—sponsorship is messy. Few initiatives within your organization involve as many stakeholder groups: brand, sales, operations, trade teams, procurement, legal, corporate communications, the executive team, and others. Each of these groups can extract value from your sponsorship investments,
