Trusted Venue Partner

Recess X Northwestern University: 1 Year of Seamless Partnership

Discover how Northwestern University leverages Recess to deliver premium brand experiences to audience across 16 locations, generating incremental revenue with zero operational burden.

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Northwestern University product sampling
1
Years Partnered
16
Locations Activated
2.8K+
Samples Distributed
8+
Offers Accepted
$17,044
Total Payout

Brands That Have Sampled at Northwestern 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 8+ campaigns across 16 Northwestern University locations—with consistent quality, timing, and results every time.

Revenue Without Risk

Northwestern 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

Northwestern 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 Northwestern 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

This was our first time hosting a product sampling event, and honestly, we were nervous about the logistics. But the whole process was seamless, and watching our regulars engage with the new brand created a really fun atmosphere on a typically slow Thursday night. We've already got two more activations booked for next quarter.

TH

The Brass Tap Gastropub

Venue Partner

Working with this platform to host a premium beverage sampling event was incredibly smooth from start to finish. We saw a 40% spike in foot traffic that day, and many first-time visitors came back as regular customers. The brand partner was professional and our community really appreciated discovering something new in our space.

LA

Lakefront Coffee Collective

Venue Partner

The activation we hosted brought in a wellness-focused brand that aligned perfectly with our values, and it genuinely felt like a win-win. Our members got exclusive product access and a special discount, while we earned a nice revenue share that helped offset operational costs. It was refreshing to partner with a brand that respected our space and clientele.

WI

Wicker Park Yoga & Wellness Center

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.