Trusted Venue Partner

Recess X Oakland University: 1 Year of Seamless Partnership

Discover how Oakland University leverages Recess to deliver premium brand experiences to audience across 4 locations, generating incremental revenue with zero operational burden.

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Oakland University product sampling
1
Years Partnered
4
Locations Activated
0+
Samples Distributed
1+
Offers Accepted
$800
Total Payout

Brands That Have Sampled at Oakland 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 1+ campaigns across 4 Oakland University locations—with consistent quality, timing, and results every time.

Revenue Without Risk

Oakland 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

Oakland 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 Oakland 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

The health and wellness brand we partnered with aligned perfectly with our studio's values, which made the whole experience feel authentic rather than forced. Our members appreciated the free samples, and the additional revenue from the activation helped us offset some overhead costs during a slower season. The platform made the entire booking and coordination process seamless from start to finish.

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Phoenix Wellness Studio

Venue Partner

We were hesitant about hosting a product sampling at first, but the brand team was professional and our customers responded incredibly well. It created this nice buzz around our venue that carried over into the weekend, and we saw a noticeable uptick in wine sales for weeks after. The activation brought in foot traffic from people who'd never visited us before, and at least a handful became regulars.

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Riverside Books & Wine Bar

Venue Partner

Working with the platform to host a premium beverage sampling event brought in over 300 new visitors to our cafe during a typically slow Tuesday afternoon. The activation was so well-organized that our staff barely had to lift a finger, and we've already booked two more events for next quarter. Our regular customers loved discovering new products, and it genuinely felt like a win-win for everyone involved.

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The Grind Coffee Collective

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.