Back-to-school shopping this year is a moment of emotional significance combined with stress. Brands that recognize this deeper purpose can build lasting loyalty.
Candy brand Joyride launched a pair of exclusive SKUs at Target this summer, promoting them with a sweepstakes and a successful attempt to beat the record for the most photos of people holding candy uploaded to Instagram in 1 hour.
Hershey built on the 2024 launch of Shaq-A-Licious XL Gummies, which are shaped like NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal’s face, by partnering with 7-Eleven to release an exclusive Slurpee flavor.
C-store chains are known to aggressively pursue exclusives from beverage brands as a way to boost trips. We break down the marketing support for 7-Eleven's latest from PepsiCo’s Gatorade.
Better World Fragrance House, a brand from five-time Grammy-winning rapper Drake, launched a Summer Mink scent exclusively at Ulta Beauty in May as part of an ongoing partnership.