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Sample at Academy of Art University with Recess

Reach 1.2K++ students across 1 Academy of Art University locations nationwide. Turnkey sampling activations with measurable retail attribution—powered by shopper data from Walmart, Kroger, and 6,000+ top retailers.

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Academy of Art University product sampling
1.4K+
Samples at Academy of Art University
1.2K+
Consumer Reach
1
Academy of Art University Locations
63%+
Avg Engagement Rate

Trusted by Leading Brands

Liquid I.V.
Red Bull
Clif Bar
KIND
Kraft Heinz
Anheuser-Busch
La Croix
GT's Kombucha

Reach Consumers Where They Study

Academy of Art University locations deliver engaged students in premium, brand-safe environments.

Audience

Reach students during . Academy of Art University's 1.2K++ students are —making them ideal for brands in .

Premium Brand Environment

Academy of Art University is a trusted destination for students. Your brand appears alongside a curated experience, not in a cluttered retail aisle.

Retailer Shopper Targeting

Target Academy of Art University locations with the highest index of Walmart, Kroger, Target, or your priority retail shoppers. We use retailer data to match your brand with Academy of Art University locations most likely to drive sales at your target stores.

Turnkey at Scale

Activate 1 Academy of Art University locations with a single campaign. We handle fulfillment, coordination with Academy of Art University teams, and execution—you just approve and ship product.

Omnichannel Amplification

Every activation includes digital touchpoints through Academy of Art University's member communications—email, app notifications, and social. Extend your reach beyond the university housing complex walls.

Measurable Retail Impact

Attribute Academy of Art University sampling directly to retail sales. Our reporting connects each activation to purchase behavior at your priority retailers.

How It Works

Launch your first sampling campaign in days, not months.

1

Target Academy of Art University Locations

Use geo-targeting and retailer data to identify which Academy of Art University locations have the highest concentration of your target shoppers.

2

Launch Your Campaign

We coordinate directly with Academy of Art University HQ and local teams. Products ship to your selected locations, and Academy of Art University staff execute the activation.

3

Measure Retail Impact

Track brand awareness, purchase intent, and sales lift at your priority retailers. See exactly how Academy of Art University sampling drives revenue.

What Brands Are Saying

Real feedback from brands that have activated at Academy of Art University locations

Hosting this product sampling activation was a win-win for everyone involved. The brand got direct access to our demographic, our residents got to try quality products for free, and we strengthened our reputation as a forward-thinking community hub on campus. Definitely open to doing more of these.

ME

Meridian Heights Housing

Brand Partner

The activation brought in way more foot traffic than we anticipated, especially during peak evening hours when students were returning from classes. We ended up generating solid additional revenue from increased concession sales that day, and our residents are still talking about the event.

TH

The Collective at University Plaza

Brand Partner

We partnered with a beverage brand for a sampling event last semester and it was fantastic for building community engagement. Our residents loved the free samples, and it gave us an opportunity to showcase our venue to potential future tenants who were visiting campus.

AR

Archway Student Commons

Brand Partner

Frequently Asked Questions

How does pricing work?
You pay a flat cost per sample distributed. Pricing varies by venue type, geography, and campaign size. There are no hidden fees, no platform costs, and no long-term commitments required. We provide a detailed proposal before any campaign begins.
What kind of venues can I target?
Recess works with 10,000+ venues across dozens of categories including fitness studios, yoga studios, gyms, coworking spaces, salons, spas, hotels, and more. You can filter by venue type, location, audience demographics, and traffic volume to find the perfect match for your brand.
How do I track results and measure ROI?
Every campaign includes a real-time dashboard showing samples distributed, venue locations, photo recaps, and consumer feedback. After each campaign, you receive a detailed report with engagement metrics, geographic reach, and venue-level performance data to measure impact.
What is the minimum order for a campaign?
There is no strict minimum, but we recommend starting with at least 500 samples to generate meaningful data across multiple venues. Most brands start with a pilot in one or two markets and scale from there based on results.