Lollapalooza’s 2026 edition stretched far beyond the eight stages scattered throughout Chicago’s Grant Park. As dozens of artists took the stage, an entire second festival unfolded on the ground:
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Intelligence Report: FIFA World Cup 2026
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 passes into the rearview mirror, it is safe to say brands have taken full advantage of the first Men’s World Cup hosted in North America in over 30 years. Between IRL activations, unique broadcast integrations, and ambush marketing ploys, partnerships have arisen in all different shapes and sizes…
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Tamara Goddard Swager
As Vice President of Business Development at Tandem Partnerships, I lead Tandem’s sponsorship strategy, business development efforts, and day-to-day agency operations, with a primary focus on delivering meaningful…