Trusted Venue Partner

Recess X Carnegie Mellon University: 1 Year of Seamless Partnership

Discover how Carnegie Mellon University leverages Recess to deliver premium brand experiences to audience across 6 locations, generating incremental revenue with zero operational burden.

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Carnegie Mellon University product sampling
1
Years Partnered
6
Locations Activated
1.5K+
Samples Distributed
3+
Offers Accepted
$384
Total Payout

Brands That Have Sampled at Carnegie Mellon University

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

Delight Members. Zero Effort. Get Paid.

Surprise your members with free premium products they'll love—while Recess handles all the logistics. You distribute samples, they light up, you earn revenue.

Proven at Enterprise Scale

We've successfully executed 3+ campaigns across 6 Carnegie Mellon University locations—with consistent quality, timing, and results every time.

Revenue Without Risk

Carnegie Mellon University earns incremental revenue on every campaign with zero upfront costs, no inventory liability, and no operational overhead for your teams.

Turnkey Execution

From brand coordination to product delivery and reporting, Recess handles every detail. Your team simply places products and watches audience engage.

Complete Brand Control

Carnegie Mellon University approves every brand and campaign before activation. Nothing enters your venues without your explicit sign-off—protecting your brand integrity.

Premium Brands

Connect your audience with leading wellness, nutrition, and lifestyle brands actively seeking partnerships with venues like Carnegie Mellon University.

Dedicated Partnership Team

Become part of 10,000+ venues partnering with Recess to transform how brands connect with consumers in real-world spaces.

How It Works

Launch your first sampling campaign in days, not months.

1

Create a Listing for Your Venue

Create and list your profile in under 5 minutes. 100% free to join and no obligations.

2

Get Matched with Brands

We connect you with brands looking to reach your specific audience. You review and approve every campaign.

3

Receive & Distribute Samples

Products ship directly to your venue and surprise and delight your community.

4

Get Paid

Get paid for every sample distributed to your audience after completion of event.

What Venues Like You Are Saying

Real feedback from venues partnering with Recess

We were hesitant at first about hosting a sampling event, but it turned out to be one of our best decisions this year. The foot traffic increased significantly during the activation, and many of those customers came back later that week. Plus, our regulars appreciated the fresh vibe and new product options to try.

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Shadyside Coffee Collective

Venue Partner

The product sampling activation we hosted brought incredible energy to our campus gathering space. Students were genuinely excited to try new products, and it created a natural conversation starter that strengthened community engagement. The revenue share was transparent and fair, making it a win-win for everyone involved.

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The Fence Student Center

Venue Partner

This partnership allowed us to offer something unique to our customers while generating additional revenue without any upfront risk. The brand was professional, the setup was seamless, and we saw measurable growth in both customer retention and new faces walking through our doors during the event.

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The Cut & Gather

Venue Partner

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost to me?
Nothing. It's 100% free for your organization. There are never any costs or fees associated with using the Recess platform.
When and how do we get paid?
Within 7 days of distributing the products and completing your recap survey, you'll receive payment via ACH transfer.
Are we responsible for getting the product to our venue?
No. Products are shipped directly to your location during a timeframe that you provide. We coordinate all logistics to make it as convenient as possible for you.
What happens if we deny a brand's offer that isn't a good fit for our venue?
There are no penalties. You always have the option to accept or deny offers and aren't penalized in any way. We want to make sure it's a program you would be excited about and that aligns with your brand values.