Trusted Venue Partner

Recess X University of California-Santa Barbara: 1 Year of Seamless Partnership

Discover how University of California-Santa Barbara leverages Recess to deliver premium brand experiences to audience across 5 locations, generating incremental revenue with zero operational burden.

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University of California-Santa Barbara product sampling
1
Years Partnered
5
Locations Activated
0+
Samples Distributed
2+
Offers Accepted
$4,000
Total Payout

Brands That Have Sampled at University of California-Santa Barbara

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 2+ campaigns across 5 University of California-Santa Barbara locations—with consistent quality, timing, and results every time.

Revenue Without Risk

University of California-Santa Barbara 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

University of California-Santa Barbara 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 University of California-Santa Barbara.

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 skeptical at first about hosting a brand activation, but it turned out to be one of the best decisions we made this year. Customers loved the sampling experience, and we were able to cross-promote our complementary products, which boosted our overall sales by 20% that weekend. The brand partner was professional and easy to work with too.

TH

The Herb Garden Market

Venue Partner

The product sampling activation we hosted brought in a fantastic crowd during a typically slow Tuesday evening. Not only did we see increased foot traffic and bar sales that night, but several of the attendees came back as regular customers the following weeks. It was a win-win for building our community and introducing our space to new people.

BE

Beachside Brew Collective

Venue Partner

Partnering with a brand for a product sampling event aligned perfectly with our health-focused clientele and values. The activation felt natural in our space, our members got genuine value from trying quality products they care about, and we earned a nice revenue share that helped offset our monthly overhead costs. Definitely doing this again soon.

SO

Solstice Wellness Studio

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.